Updated Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV arrives with more range, higher prices

Mitsubishi has launched the updated Outlander PHEV in Australia today, bringing a longer electric range, sharper styling and a revised chassis tune developed locally. Prices start at $58,990 before on-roads for the entry ES, rising to $74,490 for the flagship Exceed Tourer.

Pricing

Key specs

• Battery: 22.7kWh (up from 20kWh)
• EV range: 86km WLTP / 103km NEDC (up from 84km NEDC)
• System power: 221kW (up ~40kW)
• Fuel consumption: 1.2L/100km NEDC (down from 1.5L)
• Engine: 2.4-litre naturally aspirated petrol with dual electric motors

The headline upgrade is the new battery pack, which pushes electric range well beyond the outgoing model. Chassis updates include recalibrated shock absorbers, a smaller front anti-roll bar and revised electric power steering mapping, all tuned on Australian roads. New Bridgestone tyres and a steel bonnet and front guards also help reduce cabin noise.

Inside, the centre console has been redesigned with repositioned cupholders and 45 per cent more under-armrest storage. All variants now get a 12.3-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 360-degree camera and Mitsubishi's Connected Car Service.

The seven-seat option is now exclusive to the mid-range Aspire. The Exceed gains ventilated front seats and a digital rear-view mirror, while the Exceed Tourer adds a 12-speaker Yamaha audio system and massaging front seats.

Key rivals include the Skoda Kodiaq PHEV from $63,490 and the Kia Sorento PHEV from $71,130, while Chinese alternatives like the Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid undercut the range significantly from $45,990 drive-away.

All Outlander PHEVs are covered by Mitsubishi's 10-year warranty, with 10 years of capped-price servicing and roadside assistance, conditional on dealer servicing.

Buyers get more range and more kit, but they'll pay for it.