2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is expected to arrive in three trims, which would be SEL, LE, and GT. The three trims are expected to have the same powertrain under the hood. The new Outlander PHEV is expected to feature a plethora of updates and new features. A lot of new features including a 9-inch touch screen and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster display are expected to be in the 2022 Outlander PHEV. The differences in features according to each trim and the expected prices of each trim are discussed in the table below.

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The Outlander PHEV in a mid-level LE trim, expected to be in an estimated price range of around $39,000, would be the best option to choose. The LE trim is expected to get the new 9.0-inch infotainment unit and even the premium Bose sound system could be an optional feature. It also gets distinct styling and a power panoramic sunroof. The LE trim is the ideal one to go for. 

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The price of the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV will likely be around the $37,000 mark and upwards. The price hike was very likely, considering some major changes inside the car. The price may seem to be somewhat expensive when compared to its rivals who have better features and specifications. 

With a gasoline range of a combined 26 miles, it looks very average and doesn’t stand on par with some of its rivals who offer much better mileage than the Outlander PHEV. The Outlander PHEV offers an all-electric range of just 22 miles from the 13.8 kWh battery pack and a combined eMPG of 74 miles, which makes it clear that the Outlander PHEV is not the most fuel-efficient option in the segment.

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The fuel MPG figures here completely turn in the favor of the Kia Niro, but Ford’s Escape is very close, trailing behind with just a margin of 3 MPGe combined. On the other hand, th Toyota RAV4 Prime has the biggest fuel tank out of them, which gives it an upper hand in terms of range. The Outlander, however, is way behind the rivals in this comparison.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is expected to receive some major refreshments in its interior this year. Previously, this car has received a little outrage from both the automobile critics as well as the buyers for its average cabin features and quality that too at a much higher cost. But for 2022, we will most likely see its cabin dressed in plush materials and better features. The cabin space is also very likely to get increased this year, which will take it to the list of most spacious SUVs in its segment. 

The 2022 Outlander PHEV is expected to feature Tri-Zone Climate Control along with 8-way powered seats with memory function and heating in leather or semi-aniline leather cushioning. The interior is expected to feature premium quality materials with great quality, fit, and finish even though not uber-luxurious. The design layout will also come with uplifted looks and better ergonomics than before. Overall the quality of the cabin would be improved, and the cabin will be a bit more classy and upscale.

Yes, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is expected to go through some major revamps in the exterior. It will most likely have a sportier and futuristic look that is somewhat the trend of today. The body of this car will also most likely be widened for this model year, which will result in having more cabin space for the passengers. The thin front DRLs lights along with the sleek, blacked-out grille will all in all give it a much better look. Below the LED DRLs, we will get to see big LED headlamps on both sides of the grille, which will be separated by the body paint. 

The rear profile of the Outlander also resembles a very aesthetic look overall. Overall, the exterior dimensions look pretty good for the Outlander, but we must admit to the fact that it is indeed the heaviest in its class. The figures are taken from the 2021 model as the dimensions for the 2022 model are not available yet. The width and ground clearance will most likely get a buff for this year’s model giving it more road presence. 

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Talking about the current comparison, every other car here has a somewhat similar and very good dimension. But, we have to admit that both the Escape and RAV4 have a higher ground clearance, which is indeed an advantage here for an SUV. The Outlander is expected to be the second heaviest in the competition, followed by the Toyota RAV4 Prime, whereas the Kia Niro will remain the lightest. Major exterior highlights of the SUV are:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Full-LED headlights
• Power panoramic sunroof
• Grand horizon high stability rear lights with T-shaped ends

The 2022 Outlander PHEV is expected to come equipped with a set of advanced safety features. The Outlander would possibly come with a multi-view camera system providing a 360° camera view of the vehicle. The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander got an impressive 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, and the 2022 version is also expected to get a similar rating with improvement at possible sections. The 2022 Outlander PHEV is also expected to come with Traffic Jam Assist, Speed Limit Assist, and Lane Centering Technology along with the following safety features.

• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Rear Automatic Emergency Braking
• Driver Attention Alert
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) with Pedestrian Detection

With the arrival of the RAV4 Prime at the scene, the little to no hope that the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV had of succeeding has somewhat diminished. While the overall interior and styling will be heavily updated, the powertrain just lacks the punch of the rivals. Heck, even the Escape PHEV looks like a better proposition, considering it’s only marginally more expensive than the Mitsubishi. Overall, it looks like Mitsubishi has been left behind by its other Japanese peers, and despite having Nissan’s cutting-edge tech at their disposal, they just don’t seem to learn!