2019 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 Design PHEV PROFESSIONAL

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a large, family-friendly SUV with plenty of features that make it an attractive buy. It's offered with four-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox, a long warranty and, on some versions, seven seats. Generally speaking, though, it's showing its age, having been around more or less unchanged since 2013. That's more apparent in some areas than others, particularly the interior and the driving experience.However, it has a real saving grace, and that's the presence of a plug-in hybrid model introduced in 2013. The Outlander was one of the first plug-in hybrid models to achieve real success in the market, and it remains a strong-selling model even all these years on. However, the Outlander's since been outclassed by more modern rivals such as the Skoda Kodiaq, VW Tiguan Allspace and Hyundai Santa Fe – not to mention fellow hybrids such as the Toyota RAV4, Kia Niro PHEVand Honda CR-V Hybrid.The battery can be topped up from a three-pin socket in four hours, or a 50kWh fast charger will do the job in 25 minutes. When the juice runs out, the petrol engine kicks in – either charging the batteries or driving the car directly. It's the combination of the two power sources that allows Mitsubishi to quote an impressive official fuel economy figure of 139mpg. Very few people opt for an Outlander that isn't a PHEV, but Mitsubishi does offer options for those who wish to. Previously a 2.2-litre diesel was available, but this was dropped from the range in favour of a very old-fashioned 2.0-litre petrol engine that does without turbocharger or supercharger.Whether PHEV or petrol, the Outlander's set up for comfort over handling. There's a lot of body lean in the corners and the steering is dead and lifeless. It doesn't inspire very much confidence when driving fast, especially compared with the likes of the Skoda Kodiaq or Toyota RAV4.The interior remains a sticking point, too. It feels very old-fashioned and plasticky, with a mish-mash of different materials and buttons. The sat-nav infotainment system feels aftermarket, too, and all in all there's very little of the high-tech feeling that most alternatively-powered rivals manage to get right. Even compared with more conventional rivals, such as the Kia Niro PHEV, the Outlander's awkward layout and poor materials feel cheap and tacky. It's very practical, however. Five-seat models – which includes all PHEVs, as the batteries go where the sixth and seventh seats would fold away – have a cavernous boot and room for five adults to stretch out in comfort. Where fitted, the rearmost seats are only really suitable for children, but they're a useful addition to have for emergencies and don't impact boot space much when folded. Check our website for more stock. Friendly and approachable sales team, check out our reviews.[!@@Additional Info@@!]12V Socket - Front and Rear, 18in Alloy Wheels, 2nd Row ISO-Fix Child Seat Mountings - x2, 3 Point Front Seat Belts, 3 Point Rear Seat Belts x3, 4WD Drivetrain Mode Indicator, 60-40 Split Rear Seats, ABS with EBD, Active Stability and Traction Control, Aerial - Shark Fin, Air Conditioning - Climate Control - Dual, Airbags - Front Passenger Deactivation Switch, Airbags - x7 - Front - Side - Curtain and Knee, Alarm - Thatcham Cat 1, Android Auto Supported, Apple CarPlay Supported, AVAS - Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System, Bluetooth with Music Streaming, Brake Assist, Brake Auto Hold, Bumpers - Colour Keyed - Front and Rear, Charging Cable - 5m 240v 10amp, Child Proof Rear Door Locks, Colour Keyed Mirrors and Handles, Console Box - Centre, Cruise Control, Cup Holders - Front, DAB Digital Radio, Dashboard Trim - Gloss Black, Daytime Running Lights - LED, Deadlocks, Demister - Rear, Dusk Sensing Headlights, Eco Mode Switch, Electric - Heated - Folding Mirrors with Indicators, Electric Heater, Electric Windows - Front and Rear, Electronic Parking Brake and Brake Auto Hold, Engine Start-Stop Button, ESS - Emergency Stop Signal System, EV Priority Mode, Extended Roof Spoiler, Floor Carpet Including Luggage Area, Fog Lamps - Front and Rear, Front Armrest with Storage Box, Front Grille - Chrome, Front Seat Heaters, Front Sunvisors With Extended Vanity Mirrors, Front Variable Wipers with Washer, Glovebox - Illuminated, Head Restraints - Height Adjustable Front, Head Restraints - Height Adjustable Rear, Headlamp Washers, Headlights - Follow Me Home Function, Headlights - Halogen, HSA - Hill Start Assist, Immobiliser, Instrument Display with Digital Meters, Interior Light - Front and Rear, ISOFIX Child Seat Mountings - Front Passenger, Joystick Style Gear Knob, Keyless Operation System, Locking Wheel Nuts, Luggage Area Light, Luggage Area Under-floor Compartment, Luggage Cover - Retractable, Pollen Filter, Power Assisted Steering, Privacy Glass - Rear Side and Rear Windows, Radio with 6 Speakers, Range Remaining Display, Rapid Charging Connection - CHAdeMO, RDS - Radio Data System Information, Rear Centre Armrest with Cupholders, Rear High-Mounted Stop Lamp, Rear View Camera, Rear View Mirror - Auto Dimming, Regenerative Braking Paddles, Remote Charge-Heating Control via Smartphone App, Remotely Controlled Keyless Entry, RISE - Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution - Body Safety System, Roof Rails - Silver, Seatbelt Height Adjustment - Front, Seatbelt Warning Lamp, Seats - Drivers Lumbar Adjustment, Slide and Recline Adjustable Front Seats with Fully-Flat Function, Smartphone Link Display Audio, Speed Limiter Adjustable, Spoiler - Rear Colour Keyed, Steering Wheel - Audio Controls, Steering Wheel - Leather, Steering Wheel - Tilt and Telescopic Adjustment, Sunglasses Holder, Tailgate Handle - Inner, TPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Trip Computer, Tyre Inflation Kit, USB Connection, Visible VIN, Wipers - Automatic Rain Sensor, Wipers - Intermittent with Washer - Rear