Mitsubishi Outlander 2022 review: All-new seven seater SUV tested in Australia - Toyota RAV4 beater?

[@RenfromBespin]

I have an ‘03 outlander. 260k+ and still going strong! 💪🏾 cool car

[@epic_movie_scenes9422]

I recently just purchased same color, base model. So far so good 😊

[@masumliton5833]

How's the suspension though. Is it bumpy?

[@darrelladrian5744]

Something car reviewers never seem to talk about is the front seats. Like do you feel you're sitting in them or just on them? Also from a guys perspective what about the depth from front to the back of the seat base, how much thigh support do you get. This really impacts the driving comfort.

[@ScottMurrayBestFamilyCars]

Exactly how is a tall skinny dude like Richard supposed to inform a short, overweight person of those impossibly subjective aspects? You need to test the seats for yourself.

[@maddyk5371]

Even Bentleys don’t have thigh support.

[@dangrego7031]

This guy must be a failed comedian, 4/10 for the self-indulgent act. How about focus on the car?! Overall it's a fantastic package. What a clown.

[@carpetbrown1115]

i have a 2012 outlander and i love the option of either 2 WD or 4WD, i dont go offroads, but when it rains and you are in a tight roundabout, 4WD comes in real handy ! these are not meant for off roading, but being an SUV, i think 4WD is a must.

[@FawadBilgrami]

Their website says 10 Year New Car Warranty and 10 Year Capped Price Servicing, not 5 years.

[@ScottMurrayBestFamilyCars]

That's only if you service within the dealer network. That doesn't mean you can't service at an independent mechanic; you can and Mitsubishi cannot void your five-year warranty. They just offer you more if you service in-house.

[@FawadBilgrami]

@@ScottMurrayBestFamilyCars yes but with capped servicing, it’s not a biggy

[@kmaidotia]

It's a beautiful car but 1. Not much storage compartments inside, the ones provided are very small, with lots of useable space not used. 2. The lane asist is accessed through a complicated setting menu, not a stearing wheel button like most cars. 3. The bonnet does not slant downwards so it's kinda in your face limiting visibility when trying to park 4. Yes visibility all round is generally poor, 5. True suspension is very firm, not comfy. 6. The dash board volume button does not have backlights so invisible when driving at night 7. The adaptive cruise control is not adaptive. It does not respond to cars in front quickly enough. It will stop if the car in front stops then disengage cruise control and start moving forward - not safe and pathetic - unlike other cars where the car stops and even alerts you when the car in front moves. 8. But it looks cool

[@leem5894]

Watching from the UK, Mitsubishi sadly is no longer trading here. $50,000 Aus for the top trim Outlander is a bargain compared to UK prices, we'd be paying well over £40k! Even the base trim would be around £30k! That's too much when average salary is under £30k per annum in UK.

[@wax333]

your emissions standards are just to hard to adhere too they are pushing the way for more electric vehicles

[@warcrabcyber9908]

When mitsu gives you a functional interior you call it bland and outdated, the interior is much improved to reflect a modern car, now you say it's too business like?. And it's trying to be a Volkswagen. Nitpicky car reviewers should atleast stay consistent. It's like you change your mind on a daily basis. The outlander has 20" rims , do you really expect it to absorb bumps like a ute With big tires?

[@manhhahlu]

Ouch more than 13l per 100km these days are suicidal to the wallet.

[@sameersiddiqi2160]

What is the best used suv, considering everything fuel economy space etc and mileage on odometer. What are the things to consider

[@Retromansite]

Lots of silly comments in an effort to be funny. Go check it out for yourself. I did and signed up for the Tourer. We need a new category for a large mid size suv. Unless I’m mistaken the 10 yr warranty and capped price servicing is the best in the industry. Sure that requires dealer servicing but can you blame them! Best value around I think. Styling is subjective but personally I like the bold front - each to their own. Not too much you can do to dress up a big box. Now I’ve just got to wait 10 months for it to arrive 😍

[@nishs2680]

It’s like the back has never met the front before!!! Pure gold, another great review

[@brycelevido3275]

20 inch wheels surely impacted (excuse the pun) the ride. I will be interested in the hybrid Exceed with a downgrade to 18s.

[@thomasdavie4813]

IF VW ever grows up, it would LOVE to be a Mitsi!

[@boskojovanovic2770]

With this car now available, Toyota retakes the “Poverty Pack” award once again 😆

[@inodesnet]

I think Mitsubishi actually has been clever with choice of materials allowing them to keep costs down. The other Japanese are changing things up leading to increased prices. Toyota is one step up on the cost ladder. Although Mazda is a very high selling here and it would seem it's quantity above all else, they've dramatically changed their choice of materials in the last two years leading to unavoidable price hikes. Their new focus is increasing market share in the US by way of moving up the ladder choosing materials such as nappa leather rather than suede and lesser materials. Mitsubishi must be commended here. To build this for the price is fairly good.

[@hinan187]

Was very excited about this vehicle. I tested today: My driving experience was 6/10. Steering wheel was not smooth at all. Middle of front hood vibrate without noise. Car seems struggling and fuel average was 13L/100km.

[@brentonl2631]

This should be titled Mitsi, Nissan, Outlander review.

[@mr.h3603]

Don't forget the Renault Koleos...cause that's basically a Nissan Xtrail 😂😂

[@merbentan]

13.6L/100km? 7/10 for fuel efficiency? Is this real or a typo?

[@rohitrajani4924]

That’s not true at all. Don’t believe in this review. It would have been different if the badge on the car was of Toyota. This new outlander does 100kms on 7L easily

[@john36175]

@@rohitrajani4924 urban? runs like a V8

[@kuyabebang1266]

i think its not the car that’s has problem. it’s you bro.. i saw some of your reviews such a bias from other cars. u like most Subaru cars lol!! such a shame..

[@Pedro-nw7rv]

Don't you think the uncomfortable suspension is also caused by the 20" rims?

[@billlee270]

I have it. It foes 420 mile range with a full tank of gas. I am not complaining.

[@mdrasheduzzaman5139]

Quick of the mark!! Almost all other review i have seen on this car said it doesn’t have enough power shame there is no turbocharged option

[@alansmith8440]

GET THE NEW HAVAL H6 ULTRA AWD FOR 40K OTR.. ITS FANTASTIC.. I HAVE ONE AND ITS ONE OF THE BEST CARS IVE OWNED IN 45 YEARS OF DRIVING... GERMAN DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN PRC...

[@FawadBilgrami]

Yeah this one is quite contrasting. Even the warranty is 10 years but here he said 5. I am not sure what is going on. In another review they said the suspension is very soft whereas he says it’s firm. 🤔 🤯

[@mdrasheduzzaman5139]

@@FawadBilgrami his reviews are more softer than others

[@Skyvroom]

Its the more comfortable car that i did test ride on , go test ride it and then make a decision, dont know why hes saying uncomfortable

[@reitsmaassociates]

Cool review!!! Fun approach.

[@MrAbbbz]

What's up with the massive third row headrests

[@rockshr7484]

Are the prices mentioned drive away price ? I was in the dealer today and they quote me 47k for the LS model.

[@Bobthebuilder2235]

This reviewer is hilarious. Enjoy watching his reviews. Keep up the awkward funny style!

[@Tonystarkes888]

i dont think he is trying to be awkward look his his small body he is naturally awkward

[@tedrik1346]

Looks great

[@outandaboutinoz]

Another very entertaining review. You make the bland bloody funny. Thanks.

[@deet4895]

Nissan X-Trail in different clothes.

[@likeasambud9817]

Massagin front seats in a Mitsubishi. Now I’ve seen it all.

[@shravp769]

I'm deciding between outlander and Subaru Forester 2022 models. Mind says Forrester heart says Outlander.

[@Cashewnutter112]

Very creative!

[@interpolkillersfan93]

I’m so close to pulling the trigger on one of these and trading my triton for $40,000 on it

[@Ken.Howard]

When is the PHEV version coming to Australia?

[@zingw]

How come it's 5 years wry and capped service price only ? I own an older outlander coverby the 10 years wrty and service capp diamond advantage. Did they back out on that ?

[@Retromansite]

We just bought one 10 yr warranty

[@malcolmpatton7817]

That’s it sorry not buying one of these but thank you for an honest review I need comfort and good fuel economy not sold on the front end look

[@inodesnet]

13:22 with CVT's you're damned if you do and damned if you don't. Given a CVT is a pulley system based on ratio of engine shaft speed to driveshaft speed, there shouldn't really be a gear. But a true technical implementation of a CVT is so damn noisy and isn't really nice to drive which is why most car makers have given up on doing it correctly, and instead putting in fake steps (gear like). Ironically this also means that CVT's that step are really more focused on driver sanity than the technical aspects of optimising the transmission for fuel efficiency and power delivery. They're really awesome in < 1000kg Japanese Kei cars (which is probably the original source for this madness). From these, it made its way into most Japanese marques. Notably though. it's the drivability compromises of a CVT that made Mazda state they would never have a CVT in any of their cars (except the rebadged Kei cars they sell in the Japanese domestic market).

[@warcrabcyber9908]

Cvt transmissions are improving , I also cannot stand the old cvt causing the engine to be constantly reving, As well as the rubber band effect the cvt in this outlander is one of the best because it keeps the suv in a low Rev range consistently, while still maintaining all the benefits of a cvt. Jatco transmissions are not as good as Toyota, but Mitsubishi tunes their jatco transmissions much better than Nissan so it does not break like a Nissan.

[@jaredwang2893]

Toyota camry SL Hybrid and BMW X5 40D owner. I would say the CVT from Camry is amazing and perfectly mathching the powertrain. Smooth, responsive and fuel efficiency.

[@EastWood2004]

@@jaredwang2893 I thought the Cvt from hybrid is different from the petrol cvt?

[@jaredwang2893]

@@EastWood2004 Basically, Toyota hybrid cvt is a pertrol cvt plus a build-in electromotor.

[@farainyika2365]

Great point. I hate/ detest CVTs. There's nothing that can convince me to buy a car with a CVT

[@ferdinanddanielpepito4458]

Does it have a spare tire? Thanks

[@rendyusman8701]

Yes it does

[@indiemeans9735]

No it does not on the 2022 Outlander. It comes with an emergency repair kit

[@rendyusman8701]

@@indiemeans9735 i think it depends on country you live in, i live in australia and they do have it

[@indiemeans9735]

@@rendyusman8701 oh ok, well I wish they did that in the U.S.

[@JaskaranSingh-wm5qe]

Price of this car in Australia?

[@peterpanousis8458]

The camera operator’s got to go 😂

[@KINGABYSS111]

Been trying to buy one of these since april and either the dealers act too cocky and say they don't need you to be a customer or no inventory till this day

[@mrsammyhuynh]

Nice review. Thank you 👍

[@lee.j7077]

The front looks like optimus primes face

[@stellalanham272]

Too negative!!

[@alysharosly622]

legend says he's still reviewing the car... in a loop... forever.. until the next-gen Outlander car. 😂

[@kishangurung5645]

Why there is price difference in compare to Mitsubishi website??

[@arvinderbeer1]

That’s without Road on cost

[@turbonayan]

Fuel economy of 13.6L/100km. Is this a typo? Surely that cannot be right

[@moniquestone]

Surely not. That’s what our V8 Q7 uses 😂 We’ve just bought the new outlander, so I’m interested to test this.

[@turbonayan]

@@moniquestone haha took me back to my days when I had an xr6 turbo. Will be keen to hear your feedback Monique

[@bigcheese82]

@@moniquestone how did you go?

[@moniquestone]

@@bigcheese82 currently sitting around 9L/100km 😊

[@ShannonSpringerx]

I thought the same! And fuel economy also depends on how it’s driven. I know myself that if my partner steps foot into my car my fuel efficiency on my CX3 goes from about 6L/100km to 6.6L/100km 😂

[@preetdeep9132]

You are the best Reviewer ever Mate😎

[@michaelhenry-hurst2787]

now take it off road like my 2013 PHEV and lets compare....sand and mud thanks loads of fun despite what people suggest

[@monstamowing3395]

Since this shares the same platform as the x-trail, is the engine and gearbox from Nissan or Mitsubishi?

[@YZJB]

Nissan engine and JATCO (Nissan) CVT

[@glennO-e9r]

I’ll wait for the PHEV with the Mitsubishi engine and no CVT

[@madness8556]

Are you serious about the warranty not being competitive? Who else offers a 10 year warranty with more affordable capped price servicing every 15000km provided its done at a Mitsubishi service? You say that the LS is the pick of the bunch... Yes perhaps if you don't bother negotiating a better price for a higher end version and who just walks into any dealership without doing some negotiating? We got an Aspire with extra accessories for only a couple of thousand dollars more. IMHO the Aspire is the pick of the bunch not the LS.

[@whereismymind6696]

I'm not sure how it got a 7/10 for fuel economy when the actual fuel economy was so terrible and way off the manufacturer claims.

[@keyner111]

Really love the new Outlander

[@stevenalexander403]

I concur Stunning new vehicle Love everything about it Not sure sure about the reviewer though

[@keyner111]

@@stevenalexander403 same

[@2010appra]

can you review 2022 xtrail stl 7 seater

[@stendecstretcher5678]

I wonder how long the waiting list is.

[@Tonystarkes888]

i was expecting him to blast this car, but he didn't not a bad review

[@seanfenwick]

I owned a previous gen and averaged 10.2ltr/100.

[@spikechurchill7478]

No third row curtain airbags which is a huge miss and the reason why I didn’t buy one, I’m not treating my third row passengers like second class citizens.

[@malhaar707]

I am getting this very soon. After your review, I am a bit doubtful. This is the only all new model available in mid size SUV, all other are going to get major update next year or so. I don't feel to get VW Tiguan as I am already using their VW Golf. I need a solid SUV with good fuel economy and fun to ride at similar budget. What's your advice/suggestion?

[@Rally4Life1982]

The Escape has always been the drivers SUV, has the most power as well. The Rav4 can't tow anything and its pricey, it is the most frugal in Hybrid form though. The CX5 is a safe bet but you'll blend into the crowd. Avoid VWs. If you bought a Mitsubishi your basically buying a Nissan Xtrail/Renault. I wouldn't personally touch those.

[@Isaac8243]

If you wait for the Kia Sportage all new model launching soon.

[@stevenalexander403]

Hi Congratulations on your purchase This is a stunning new vehicle. The interior is fun and has a premium feel plus with all its storage including huge door pockets it's great. We test drove new Outlander at the weekend and had nothing to complain about. The suspension can be sporty and firm but always comfortable, soaked up all the bumps with aplomb. The fuel consumption over city roads and motorways averaged at 8.1 litres for us. The third row of seats it's designed for children only and that's fine. A 10 year warranty is a huge bonus if you're planning to keep the vehicle that long though most people don't, Mitsubishi has a reputation for durability and reliability otherwise they wouldn't offer an industry leading warranty. It's crammed with the best and latest technologies which is convenient and safe. Too bad this reviewer didn't take his job seriously when test driving this excellent new generation of Outlander. The superseded model was always a popular car, I think the third most popular SUV in its class and this all new generation model will continue that success, be sure that even the likes of the overrated RAV4 or that soft and feminine Mazda what-ever-it-is will be concerned, both of these manufacturers charge like a bull. Anyway we're heading back to our local Mitsubishi dealer on the weekend to do a deal. Just saying

[@YZJB]

Just buy a CX-5 turbo and thank me later

[@jfw1006]

@@YZJB and a trailer for the petrol tank. :)

[@callumfreebairn8082]

toyota rav4 beater? honda cr-v beater?

[@ChrisJones-fn6tw]

Ugh, whoever thought clamping a tablet onto the dash like that was good look needs glasses. That's so ugly and lazy looking! I had a 2017 and currently have a 2018 Outlander, the infotainment display is surrounded by dash, not jutting up from it like some hunk of plastic that was an afterthought.

[@Stevegrande1]

Most are like it now especially Toyota

[@clubgus07]

Hi Richard it looks like a Renault Koloes from behind maybe is parent company is doing something with a wolf in sheeps clothing thanks for your review yes rear visibility is my gripe. I have already brought my Subaru forester car gonna pick it up soon and i know Subaru doesn’t reinvent the wheel like here in mitsi outlanders case its quite disappointing they could of made the roof taller so that rear vis could be better. And i dont like the touch screen of the entertainment centre another afterthought it would be better to integrate it into the dash, i be surprise if the car even comes with full sized spare.

[@eddielia3177]

I too have pre ordered my 2022 Forester in Premium trim. Nissan’s and Renault’s are also not known for their reliability or after sales service. Forester may not be the fanciest SUV on the market but they are reliable, practical and well made.

[@TaviRenaeReveiws]

That door safety feature is good for ADHD peeps like me

[@joebay1049]

Its a great beautiful design stop whining! Lol nothing is perfect!

[@AgsyMixChannel]

Does the CVT from Mitsubishi itself or Nissan? If it's the latter then that will not be a good news!

[@deet4895]

it uses Nissan's CVT.

[@stevenlee7195]

@@deet4895 that is the worst CVT of all!

[@AgsyMixChannel]

Fatal mistake by Mitsubishi, stay away from this car then. 😔

[@deet4895]

@@stevenlee7195 Subaru's CVT is pretty bad too.

[@vaskodimoski5690]

It uses nissan everything

[@charliemcawesome5012]

Compared to most of the reviews I’ve watched on this car, he has opposite views. And from my experience driving these views are outcast from the norm. Also it’s an annoying review.

[@kashhelp2372]

The face is overdone ... Ride handling again comes as not impressive...good safety feature though

[@bharathikannan8826]

Amazing five out of five review, Richard good one 👍

[@31nuwan]

Can you please do an off-road review too. And would appreciate if you can review the jeep compass 2022

[@raazdaar5278]

Nice review Are all the prices drive away no more to pay?

[@kazmol8249]

They’re not drive away prices on video

[@craigthacker]

Good review Richard, convinced me to avoid it.

[@Mehcorp]

Oh how far have they fallen. How did it all goso wrong. From the lancer evo to… nothing. Pajero to Pajero sport which is just a challenger.

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

Mitsubishi had lots of recall problems..that drained the coffers , they never recovered.

[@ozzesty7314]

Thought it looked ok. But not impressed with cvt transmission. Looks like they cared about bottle holders and usb ports.

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

THE front facia is again too heavy handed ..looks like the designer came back to it after a long friday lunch. Question : Surely the future in dash design is a one piece long panel that houses all the relevant information.(Ionic- MB- EV6)...so why are manufacturers persisting with 2 digital screens , one with no sun glare protection and the other still in a deep cowling protected from supposed glare?

[@wax333]

thats what people said about the new triton aswell but now its become acceptable

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

@@wax333 ''ACCEPTABLE'' is hardly a design criteria.

[@wax333]

@@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars well looks like all the people in Mitsubishi motors agreed on what’s been delivered to the market and I’m sure they tested all these things you mentioned. I’d encourage you to see the vehicle yourself in person

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

@@wax333 What else could they say? ..they have to sell the friggin thing.

[@richlawrence4160]

wheelsize and low profile tyres is a harsh ride, smaller wheels with higher profile are much better. tyre quality a big factor, cheap versions are appauling especially in the wet. they would be better off spending on better quality tyres rather than bigger wheels. noone seems to mention the tyre brand/model/type, just the wheel size, very strange. two reasons for an SUV, ride height for easy access and ability to carry stuff, but they all have smaller boots than sedan/wagon equivalents, very strange. a hatch back like mazda 6 that had a park mode height increase and lowered for driving would be a better design concept.

[@adoreslaurel]

What a shame, no more Diesel and no more 6 speed torque converter trans, Bugger.

[@김경수-q9x]

Bring the hybrid car !

[@parsaparvin4978]

13.6L?? Are you sure

[@naaniratify8657]

Good one Richard! Hilarious to be honest

[@dorado0359]

25 reviews of this SUV...this is the first negative.

[@ashmodownunder]

Very entertaining and informative thank you.

[@212driller]

Hopefully it has a taller cargo area than the rav4. We couldn't even fit our stroller in the back of it. I was highly disappointed.

[@kurt5457]

Worst engine in the segment. Its 2004 over at Mitsu. Maybe they'll offer something 2021 in a future release.

[@yyyngyyyong1285]

The look has a bit of Hyundai Palisade.

[@inodesnet]

8:59 great idea. I would say that no one would ever do this.... but for the first time last week I fell into trap. I realised and applied brake. But it could have been a mess.

[@kevinmccormack6610]

Sadly its basically Nissan x-trail.

[@Burbs1976]

The front end looks stupid.

[@sunnysydney1111]

Good one

[@NoosaHeads]

Why would anyone want to disfigure themselves like that.

[@gdh1827]

It looks like a refrigerator on it's back!

[@joturner2125]

My 2007 Outlander has waaaaay more storage, and much better visibility out the rear quarter windows. Glad that Mitsubishi have *finally* put air vents in the back…..but the little motor 🙄

[@MiggyMndza]

Not sure if aussies have bad taste or is it just this channel's followers? Another channel from the same country has positive reviews about the new Outlander with minimal criticisms only. Ngl I prefer this more than the RAV4 and CRV though. It just needs a better gasoline and powerful diesel engine options, a 4N14 MIVEC Diesel would be nice mated to a conventional automatic.

[@cooljool1]

The RAV4 has more storage and their CVT is better.

[@solid7468]

Honda is a dying brand.

[@cooljool1]

Yes they need a better more powerful engine

[@Belltown]

You know you are screwing up when you can’t even make a car like this comfortable to drive. It hasn’t got sporty handling so at least make it ride well

[@gayankanishka6476]

Wants to be a VW when it grows up 🤣

[@joepowell7025]

The RAV is whitegoods on wheels.

[@afnanekram4087]

Totally a clown..Fantastic vehicle and disagree with most of your analysis..be honest and not a joke..

[@callumfreebairn8082]

steers like a jeep grand cherokee

[@k.premawansha9566]

CAN YOU DO A REWIEW OF DFSK GLORY I AUTO