*Family Tested* 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

[@seikocitizenwatches]

This Mitsubishi looks so gorgeous and upscale. People may mistakenly think it’s a more expensive SUV.

[@brianlee9233]

I agree. I hope Mitsubishi goes bye-bye very soon.

[@keyner111]

@@brianlee9233 not gonna happen

[@damilolaakanni]

I hope they get to produce something bigger based on the Pathfinder...while this looks great, it's too small for people who actually really need a third row of seats. Mitsubishi is missing out on the mid size crossover/SUV segment in the US, they've been doing so since they discontinued the Montero and Montero sport.

[@keyner111]

@@damilolaakanni The Montero Sport isn't discontinued, only the bigger Montero/Pajero is discontinued.

[@rzemos]

The interior looks so good.

[@KirkKreifels]

It's really great for the price

[@itreat2016]

First thing I noticed was how nice the interior looked actually surprised with it. For under $40k this is a great deal at MSRP.

[@keyner111]

Man, I just love the design and that interior is everything.

[@itreat2016]

This is probably one of the best real life reviews of ownership. Great job keep it up. 🙂

[@nofameculture]

I like the mix Family reviews... Or aka real world testing!

[@Blank00]

When do you think Mitsubishi will announce that the Outlander will get the 1.5 VCT?

[@KirkKreifels]

Probably in 2-3 years

[@ciello___8307]

the upcoming PHEV version sounds like it will be another hit for mitsubishi

[@lforeman9467]

Very nice I like that its built in Japan 💯💯

[@franzvanjulio5523]

I may have missed the price as I was getting my five year old ready for bed, but it looks like a really nice option for our small family. At a good price, I can see it having great appeal. Thanks, Kirk. It was fun you incorporating your family. You often mention your little girls making noise in the background and I have never heard them until yesterday when I watched your video on the next IS. I thought it was coming from downstairs but was them. I laughed. Even if they do make their presence known, it doesn’t bother me. Keep hustling.

[@KirkKreifels]

Thanks! Price was around 38,500 for this loaded sel. Base is around 28k USD.

[@jczerozerotwo3071]

the interior sure looks sharp on the new 22 Outlander

[@crxracer805]

Kirk pumping out videos like I pump...don't know what to compare it to.

[@aritruths1452]

Great vehicle, built in Japan a plus, just needs more power and dump the CVT!

[@donkedic1]

Not all CVTs are created equal. But yeah, Jatco CVT is a huge deal breaker! Too bad Toyota doesn’t have a stake with all Japanese brands. Nissan/Mitsubishi can benefit from Aisin or Fuji Heavy CVTs if they really wanna stray from TC trans.

[@kennedy9072]

@@donkedic1 actually, Mitsubishi has been using JATCO CVT's since the 90's and even the 10 year old Mirage/Mirage G4, Outlander Sport and even the old Outlander was using JATCO CVT's and they don't have issues like Nissans.

[@bck0001]

I miss the classic 1990s-2000s Monteros.

[@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961]

The new outlander is fantastic and excellent come back by mitsubishi .❤❤. 1.cx50 .2.rav4 .3 crv .4.tuscon .5.sportage .6.outlander .7.rouge .top 7 best.❤🥂. Excellent job krik

[@donkedic1]

Pretty good list. IMO, I would put the Forester at #6, then Nissan/Mitsubishi after.

[@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961]

@@donkedic1 👍

[@anthonydavis191]

Hey Kirk quick question since the new Rogue got the well waited for engine that was in the Infinity SUV’s, do you think it’s gone go in all the line up

[@syxepop]

The 201hp engine on the Rogue is a ("1.5L") 3 pot version of the VC Turbo used on the Infiniti QX 50 / 55 (268hp) and the topline Nissan Altima (248hp), so I'd say each would be kept for smaller and larger apps.

[@KirkKreifels]

I wish it had the VC turbo and 250+ HP for the money... PHEV might be the best option out there depending on how it's priced

[@syxepop]

@@KirkKreifels - Kirk, if Mitsu would put any VC Turbo it'd be the 3-pot rather than the I4 as they're reserving the latter for Infiniti (until it dies, that is...) or for larger Nissan apps. Any further versions of the VC Turbo are still "close to the top brass chests".

[@regmatt]

i think they have done a good job designing better than older crap models , the only downside is the engine , mitsubishi why would u put 181 hp on a heavy loaded suv.don’t u think a turbo would have added to make it atleast 200hp .. for a better run .👍🏻

[@kevinbarry71]

Mitsubishi? This is a Nissan rogue, Mitsubishi just put their badge on it. The company is basically toast at this point

[@syxepop]

Wonder why Mitsu didn't use the 201hp 3-pot VC Turbo all US-sold Rogues have. Maybe they try to differentiate from Nissan, unless they already plan to put it into the '23 model....

[@POSS99]

Those older "crap" mitsubishis are probably much more reliable. This is the real crap mitsubishi with nissan engine and nissan frame. yuk

[@ciello___8307]

they are saving more power for the PHEV model. I think the upcoming PHEV will be quite good

[@Trance786]

Love the reviews

[@Trance786]

I love your videos man.

[@alengreen589]

It´s very good for a tiny car manufacturer where are build cheap cars for the customers where are like this brand.

[@RyanPerlmanCooks]

The interior is very impressive. How’s the reliability of Mitsubishi engines?

[@arhamkhakwani5851]

Well the engine is from a Nissan with unfortunately less power than wanted and a Nissan CVT. So not as reliable as some manufacturers.

[@keyner111]

This uses Nissan's PR25DD engine which is been out since 2019 and no issues at all and Mitsubishi has been using JATCO CVT's since the 90's and no issues as well plus you'll get their amazing warranty.

[@ramoncarter6585]

The exterior and interior both look good definitely seem some Rogue angles.

[@syxepop]

Kirk, so Mitsubishi hasn't yet updated to the VC-Turbo "1.5L" 3-pot the Rogue already has* (+20hp), also they're not made in the same Japanese factory as the Rogue (2 separate factories). That and the fact the Mitsu is +2" / 50mm longer than the Rogue (that is still not enough for the 3rd row exclusive to the Outlander, like on the Space Wagon and Expo predecessors). That's how Mitsu is trying to distance itself from "their Nissan masters" (design and equipment are NOT ENOUGH, just check the "dance" Hyundai and Kia brand have to do in their mostly shared models). *except for Canadian sold base models, which still have this NA-2.5L the Outlander have PS: Do you think the new Outlander Sport on the cover of that Japanese magazine will make it to The States in '23 MY?

[@syxepop]

@@chezzyperson3339 - I don't see both a new Outlander Sport and a new Qashqai / Rogue Sport in US, which will probably share the SWB version (same width) of the Outlander / Rogue / Xtrail platform. There are more chances to see in US Mitsu's version than Nissan's. On that 3G Qashqai (info already plastered on Wikipedia) there's an intriguing engine, the first app of the 3-pot VC-Turbo with electrification (2 kWh self-contained battery pack). But wonder if that hybrid combo would make the Rogue Sport even more expensive than the Rogue in USDM (the topline model in USDM already is over the topline Rogue).

[@cpOtAto]

The electric motors in the PHEV gets it moving much more quickly

[@2daih4]

Now that was a fun review!

[@SergioSilvaBramptonMitsubishi]

It would be helpful for people to know that the middle row is adjustable just like the front seats where you can slide them forward or back. Everyone seems to forget that you can adjust the seats to make for more leg room for the 3rd passengers. If you did that then your girls would be more than comfortable. This has one of the best rear seat leg room in it's class and because you can adjust the seats you can take advantage of that for the 3rd passengers. As far as cargo space behind the 3rd row please show me a vehicle that can accommodate your "Sam's Club" runs with all rows of seats up. If you have an Escalade, Suburban or something of that size then for sure but any vehicle similar or larger up is still useless for cargo space behind the 3rd row. The Outlander is a 5+2 vehicle, the 3rd row is for those odd chances you need extra seats. If you have 7 adults or 4 adults and children then you need a van, not an SUV for people capacity and cargo.

[@pjsneeringer5942]

Missing NEEDS to put Eclipse back, REAL 1

[@syxepop]

With Nissan "pulling the strings"? TOUGH LUCK. Not even Hyundai is able to sustain with their "quirky" Veloster (they only sell the N in '22, which probably will be axed for '23).

[@brianlee9233]

I know right? Mitsubishi needs to either 1. Start caring about its customers' needs 2. Go bust. It's their choice.

[@akila219]

Can’t wait for the plug-in, hope it’ll be on sale soon. Actually considering it along with the Rav-4 Prime

[@KirkKreifels]

Yes! 🤞

[@blakethomas8897]

I use to own a Mitsubishi years ago and after 100,000 it started to give me problems. For$38k, I would purchase my Honda CR-V again. I like the exterior and really like the interior. Your family @4:08 has already out grown this SUV! LoL. Can you fit a child seat in the 3rd row? Thank you for the video!

[@kevinbarry71]

You are exercising good judgment; which is not what anybody who buys this vehicle would be doing

[@fffwe3876]

Mitsubishi used share engines with hyundai and chrysler. HUGE mistake. good thing they dont anymore.

[@joskjj3625]

@@fffwe3876 yeah but early Hyundais used Mitsubishi engines and they were junk, quit trying to blame American and Korean automakers to defend the shady work of Mitsubishi junk

[@DJG37S]

I just wish Mitsubishi would bring that their fun cars like the EVO the true EVO. With Subaru pulling out of the market, Mitsubishi would make a killing and dominate the market for a 4 door performance car under 40k.

[@Chad.D]

i was listening to a long podcast before opening kirk's video and i was thinking hory-shet bro slow down!!! LOL was watching at 1.5x speed 😂😂😁😁

[@jamesg8199]

Growing up, we had an ‘84 Dodge RAM van that was equipped with a Mitsubishi motor. The funny part was everything broke on that van except for the engine. I personally would be very reluctant to consider a Mitsubishi in 2022. Their dealer network is dwindling and the long term reliability of a Mitsubishi is subpar compared to a Toyota or Honda.

[@toronado455]

8:07 that disclosure screen.

[@peaceable263]

The interior looks good but the exterior isn't my taste. Mitsubishi hasn't offered anything I'd buy since they discontinued the Lancer.

[@donkedic1]

The Pajero is the only Mitsubishi I’d consider, but we don’t get that in the US. My rule of thumb: if it got Jatco, it got to go!

[@RothBalloon]

Wait…did you try to adjust the temperature down to 60 degrees. You said the a/c was not cold, but your video shows you turning the temperature down to 72 from 73. What gives? Like your videos though…

[@KirkKreifels]

60 to 72 felt the same

[@RothBalloon]

@@KirkKreifels Ahh...well that's not good lol. Hopefully it's a one off

[@markc4651]

I own a 2022 Outlander. Apparently there is a malfunction with the AC unit in these cars. Mine has been in the shop over a month and the Service Tech told me he had 6 of them there. All needing the same part.

[@GBraidi78]

I heard there's a new type of freon they are using, that's why it doesn't get as cold. I forgot the name.

[@MrDavidRicketts]

Basketball orange is nice. My wife likes it in blue. Too bad the plug in hybrid doesn't look like these.

[@keyner111]

The new 2023 Outlander PHEV with this interior and looks is coming.

[@MrDavidRicketts]

@@keyner111 hopefully it has like 300+HP

[@keyner111]

@@MrDavidRicketts On full EV mode it has 248HP, while the Max system output is around 308HP but I'm not sure on that 308HP, the old Outlander's Max system output is 221HP and Mitsubishi said due to the bigger battery capacity, they said that they added 40% more power and it's 308HP.

[@MrDavidRicketts]

@@keyner111 thats freaking awesome!

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

like the int colors , make 's a great rental car

[@user-uq7io2os3r]

I w is that just Nissan rogue/pathfinder in different body panels?

[@mbiker345]

This thing looks like a million bucks and I appreciate that but my personal experience with Mitsubishi is that it’s built about as well as cars from Detroit. Hopefully that’s different now. Made in Japan gives me hope.

[@joskjj3625]

“Made in Japan” is just an overhyped marketing scheme it makes no difference in build quality,Mitsubishi and Nissan quality and reliability is mediocre at its finest

[@POSS99]

@@joskjj3625 really? honda fit was pulled out of mexico because of poor quality control. I would never buy japanese car that was built outside of japan.

[@joskjj3625]

@@POSS99 cherry-picking one vehicle isn’t going to help defend your lame excuse, you Japanese car fanboys are really defensive defending “made in Japan” nonsense it’s actually pretty xenophobic at this point

[@joskjj3625]

@@POSS99 with the fit that can be blamed on Honda entirely.if Honda cared about quality there cars would be well built regardless of where it’s made just look at Mazda and Toyota, quality is key for both Toyota and Mazda, Honda on the other hand is resting on their laurels

[@POSS99]

@@joskjj3625 You hate japanese cars but subscribed to mazda, toyota, playstation channels? You sound just like trolls who never owned mitsubishi but just hate the brand because they stopped making evo and eclipse. Go troll elsewhere

[@nathanielsingleton6302]

Jatco CVT transmission??? You’re asking for problems down the line.

[@keyner111]

Did you know that every car in Mitsubishi's lineup that has a CVT transmission all are using JATCO CVT's? Did you know that Mitsubishi has been using JATCO CVT's since the 90's? Did you know that Suzuki also uses JATCO CVT's? Did you know that even the old Outlander was using a JATCO CVT?

[@mikej238]

Wow how many kids you got 😆

[@syxepop]

Kirk is proud to have 4 GIRLS (he shown all of them in a few interior shots).

[@mantocats]

I like it ❗ But where's the híbrido plug-in ❗⁉️ It got to be better than the older version and more capable off road

[@syxepop]

Supposedly Mitsu has THEIR (not Nissan's) NA-2.4L PHEV (Hibrido enchufable) as an option for the Outlander for either later in the '23 MY or into '24.

[@diamondd2778]

Awesome looking car! But it's got a cvt oh

[@markcoopers1930]

Snazzy

[@RaikiLikeDaSombodie]

It's giving me palisade exterior vibes

[@KirkKreifels]

Looks better than the palisade imo

[@RaikiLikeDaSombodie]

Gotta keep it japanese ;)

[@keyner111]

Mitsubishi previewed this design way back in 2016 with their GT PHEV Concept and again in 2019 with their Engelberg Tourer Concept.

[@keyner111]

@@KirkKreifels true ahahahahahaha

[@CSIG1001]

2023 will make this one obsolete

[@syxepop]

The only way is for Mitsu to use the Nissan Rogue engine (double-edged katana)...

[@CSIG1001]

@@syxepop talking about the PHEV version

[@syxepop]

@@CSIG1001 - with the extra premium to buy it (before any "dealer sauce") you won't recuperate it in fuel savings. Besides it doesn't pull like the 302hp Rav4 Prime that the PHEV variant will compete against.

[@occckid123]

punch a rav 4 locked in 3rd gear at 40 mph and tell me how that works out for you also. if you're trying to get good performance at 40 you should be in 2nd gear ratio.

[@KirkKreifels]

Rav 4 would dust this in a pull. It has 20 more HP and weighs 200 lb less and has physical gears, not vague simulated gears.

[@SergioSilvaBramptonMitsubishi]

@@KirkKreifels I've seen reviews where people complain about every vehicle in this class for power. The RAV4 may be 200lbs less but you couldn't use it for your family of 6. What is more important for everyday livability? 300hp or versatility?

[@occckid123]

@@KirkKreifels it will at certain speeds but not at all speeds. It's the same reason something like the toyota sienna hybrid has a faster 50-70mph than the v6 sienna but the v6 has a quicker 0-60 and 30-50 the gearing is bad in the 8spd auto. If you have a v6 sienna and you floor it at 50mph it won't go into 2nd gear. The transmission will go into 3rd gear and it's not enough revs to get the vehicle moving quickly until it picks up some revs. I bet you this has as quick or even quicker 50-70 time. It's the same reason every time I race a camry 4cy that has over 200hp I beat it in my less than 190hp altima. The 8spd in the toyota is actually holding it back until it picks up some revs. Like I said try it in the rav 4 locked in 3rd gear at 50 and punch it. The funny thing is if you lock it in 3rd gear at 40mph in the rav 4 and floor it the transmission downshifts to 2nd gear automatically and thats sad because you have less control than the cvt that will actually hold the selected ratio you summoned. The rav 4 is actually only slightly faster from 0-60 than this bigger vehicle that weights more with less hp so it's not that bad. What is it 0.5 seconds faster to 60? If you're doing a pull at 40 idk why you would be in 3rd gear anyway. Is any 4cyl fast in 3rd gear at 40mph? Supposed to be in 2nd gear. Oh well...

[@syxepop]

@@SergioSilvaBramptonMitsubishi - Rav4's aren't sold with 3 rows anymore (ask the chef in Top Chef that was "crushed' (3-wide) in the middle row of a Rav4 from 2 generations ago) for a reason. Neither the Rogue has those optional "jump seats" in the rear of last generation.

[@joskjj3625]

Someone woke up today this morning and said “I want to buy a Mitsubishi” when there are far better brands to choose from

[@keyner111]

Hater I've seen you everywhere, the question is, is all the hate working?

[@antonypato4847]

It’s technically the PATHFINDER right?

[@matthewalexis]

Rogue, just a slightly revised exterior.

[@keyner111]

@@matthewalexis nope, Mitsubishi, Renault and Nissan shared the cost to develop this platform (CMF-CD) then after the development each manufacturer will run away with that platform and do whatever they want with it so no, you can't call it a Nissan Rogue or based on a Nissan Rogue.

[@keyner111]

@@matthewalexis they share platforms dzuh all 3 of them are involved in the development.

[@kevinbarry71]

It's a Nissan rogue with a Mitsubishi badge on it. Talk about a niche

[@syxepop]

Main differences are the engine (Nissan doesn't use the NA-2.5L on any Stateside Rogue) and it's 2" / 50mm. longer, not enough for the 3rd row (not used on any Rogue, standard on the Outlander).

[@toronado455]

@@syxepop that 3rd row omg.

[@barbz_zayne]

3:03 then turn the temp down to 65 lol. 73 isn’t gonna cool you off

[@blackpantherx4019]

Nissan rouge under pinning and same tech cvt 🤭garbage

[@tails300]

Pass…I have a feeling Mitsubishi is going to leave America in the near future.

[@ae747sp5]

No power.

[@bngr_bngr]

That’s one ugly looking car.

[@keyner111]

Your opinion

[@mountainhobo]

@@keyner111 "Your opinion" -- Were you under impression that he was posting someone else's opinion? No? Then why state the f# obvious?

[@keyner111]

@@mountainhobo I know so what?

[@PRESD4TIME]

Trying hard enough to look like a Range Rover?

[@JDMSwervo2001]

Yucky