Revised Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Offers Enhanced Specification and Marginally More Competitive Pricing

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The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV range has been extensively revised with a new six-variant line up.

Powered by the most advanced plug-in hybrid system on the market, with two electric motors providing full-time four-wheel drive regardless of driving mode, the best-selling Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has an EV range of 28 miles, CO2 emissions of just 46g/km and a fuel economy figure of 139.7mpg.

All new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV models feature revised seating with electronic lumbar support as standard on all models and re-contoured rear seats for more comfort and support. The dashboard has also been revised to accommodate new climate controls and a larger infotainment systems.

The new, entry-level Verve trim offers many luxury features including DAB radio, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, keyless operation, rear parking sensors, a rear spoiler, cruise control, electric folding door mirrors, LED DRLs, headlamps washers, automatic headlamps, rains sensing wipers, auto-dimming rear view mirror and a programmable climate control system which can warm or cool the car in advance of a journey. Prices for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Verve start at ÂŁ35,455. 

The Verve as the entry level replaces the ÂŁ34,255 Juro model, a significant ÂŁ1,200 increase.

The new Design trim, priced from £36,455 OTR, adds 18-inch alloy wheels, Mitsubishi’s new eight-inch Smartphone Line Display Audio (SDA) system with smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), a more intuitive interface than the outgoing version and integrated reversing camera display.

The Dynamic, priced from £38,555, adds leather upholstery with an eight-way adjustable electric driver’s seat, black headlining, blind spot warning and rear cross traffic alert, while the top Exceed variant, priced from £40,955 OTR, adds integrated TomTom satellite navigation, diamond quilted leather upholstery, LED headlights with LED high beam, LED front fog lights, 360-degree camera, heated steering wheel, power tailgate and twin rear USB sockets.

The Dynamic Safety (ÂŁ41,055) and Exceed Safety (ÂŁ43,455) add Forward Collision Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Ultrasonic Misacceleration mitigation System, automatic high-beam and front and rear parking sensors to their respective specifications.

With the top of the line now costing ÂŁ43,455 replaces the ÂŁ43,100 5hS model, a ÂŁ355 increase.

With close to 50,000 registered in the UK since 2014, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV remains the UK’s most popular plug-in vehicle with a real-world EV range of 28 miles, emissions of 46g/km and an official fuel economy figure of 139.7 mpg (WLTP).

A recent survey of Outlander PHEV customers reveals that half their average weekly mileage is driven in electric mode, with 68% charging at least once per day and 90% charging several times (2-3 times or more) per week. 83% would recommend an Outlander PHEV to family and friends and 25% say they are considering a pure electric vehicle for the next vehicle, making it a true gateway vehicle towards an all-EV future and an important step on the road to zero.

Version

OTR* Price (Sept 2019)

Outlander PHEV Verve

ÂŁ35,455

Outlander PHEV Design

ÂŁ36,455

Outlander PHEV Dynamic

ÂŁ38,555

Outlander PHEV Dynamic Safety

ÂŁ41,055

Outlander PHEV Exceed

ÂŁ40,955

Outlander PHEV Exceed Safety

ÂŁ43,455

Replacing 

Version

OTR Price* (Sept 2018)

Outlander PHEV Juro

ÂŁ34,255

Outlander PHEV 4h

ÂŁ37,000

Outlander PHEV 4hs

ÂŁ39,100

Outlander PHEV 5h

ÂŁ41,000

Outlander PHEV 5hs

ÂŁ43,100

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