27.02.2017
Mitsubishi Outlander is a mid-sized crossover produced on a single basis with the Peugeot 4007 and Citroën C-Crosser. In the widest line of Mitsubishi SUVs, the Outlander is in second position, after the ASX / RVR, just above the Outlander are the Pajero Sport and Pajero. The Outlander was designed to compete with the Nissan X-Trail/Qashqai, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Subaru Forester, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Jeep Cherokee, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 and similar models. The engines of the Mitsubishi Outlander correspond to its class and size, these are typical 2.0, 2.4 and 3-liter gasoline engines, as well as a diesel engine with a working volume of 2.2 and 2.3 liters. In addition, the starting generation of the Outlander was equipped with a supercharged two-liter engine, a derated engine borrowed from the Lancer Evolution.
ENGINE KIA-HYUNDAI G4KD/MITSUBISHI 4B11(2012 - N.V.)
The G4KD / 4B11 engine is a representative of the Theta II family, for Mitsubishi it is 4B1 (in this case, 4B11 is the successor to the popular 4G63). This family of engines replaced the old engines of the Beta series. These engines were installed on Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge, under these cars they were given the name Chrysler world. The engine, in fact, is a modernized Magentis G4KA (Theta) engine, with a modified intake receiver, replaced by a SHPG, and a modified CVVT valve timing system. Phase shifters are present on both shafts, the exhaust manifold and firmware have been changed. As a result, the engine changed and gained power up to 163 hp, although for our country the engine was weakened to 150 hp, in order to reduce the tax burden on the car owner. The engine is not demanding, and consuming the recommended 95 gasoline, it completely accepts the 92nd. At the same time, due to the lack of hydraulic compensators, it is necessary once every 90 thousand km, in the event of a characteristic noise, to adjust the valve clearances. If we talk about malfunctions, we can note the following.
- The engine can diesel until it warms up.
- The bearing of the air conditioning compressor whistles, which means it needs to be replaced.
- Chatter, accompanies the normal operation of the nozzles. And you shouldn't worry.
- The engine vibrates at 1000-1200 rpm. Spark plugs need to be replaced.
In addition, there may be various sounds made by the fuel pump. Yes, and in principle, this engine is quite noisy, but copes with its tasks confidently. The engine served as the basis for the G4KE (Theta II) / 4B12 engine, with a displacement of 2.4 liters. Based on it, a turbocharged version of the 4B11T was also developed, for the sports Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart.
POSSIBILITIES FOR TUNING
As mentioned above, the engine power initially reaches 165, but in our country it was purposefully brought to 150 hp. but the iron was not affected. If you turn to specialists, you can use firmware for 165 hp. raise the power to its original level. The presence of a turbocharged version of this engine allows you to supply supercharging, however, the T-GDI engine has significant features compared to the G4KD. You can make a G4KD 4B11 based on the TD04 turbine, but the need to bring the engine, suspension, brakes and other components to mind will require additional costs.
ENGINE KIA-HYUNDAI G4KE / MITSUBISHI 4B12 (2012 - N.V.)
The G4KE / 4B12 engine is a representative of the Theta II family, for Mitsubishi it is 4B1, where 4B12 is the successor to the popular 4G69. However, on Chrysler cars, such engines are called Chrysler world. As a result, it is an enlarged G4KD / 4B11, due to the fact that it has a crankshaft with a piston stroke of 97 mm, and not 86 mm as on the previous two-liter model, the engine also has 88 mm pistons, and not 86 mm as it was in the previous one versions. The engine has a system for changing the gas distribution phases for the shafts, there are no hydraulic lifters, the flaws are identical, regular suspicious sounds, noise, knocking. Everything is like G4KD. The G4KE engine is practically a copy of the Mitsubishi 4B12, since the development was carried out as part of the World Engine program, such an engine is installed on Outlander, Peugeot 4007, Citroen C-crosser and similar cars.
TUNING POSSIBILITIES
Specialists can offer options to flash the engine and increase power to about 190 hp, of course standard chip tuning allows only a small increase in power. If you need to get more and get to 200-210 hp. it is necessary to install a direct-flow exhaust with a 4-2-1 spider with it, shafts with a phase of 270 and the corresponding setting, you should not do something more serious, otherwise you can only do harm. Options with turbines and compressors can be a good solution if you can solve the issue with the box and the comprehensive refinement of the car to high capacities.
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Fully electric option van ID. Buzz is predicted by 2022. In the meantime, we are talking about intermediate models of vans from Volkswagen.
First of all, we are talking about the T6 truck. It will be followed by the Volkswagen T7 van by 2021. It will be radically different from its predecessor. This applies not only to the appearance, but also to the technical characteristics.
V German concern they say that ride quality, handling and, most importantly, payload will be improved. In addition, all European environmental standards will be observed.
On the market, the Volkswagen T7 will be represented by traditional gasoline and diesel engines. There will also be a hybrid variant. It can be considered a transitional stage to electrical ID. buzz.
It is also worth noting that the VW T7 will have autopilot elements. This is important for the quality of car handling. The T7 should be just as good for transporting people as it is for heavy cargo work.
Even car enthusiasts with a low level of experience can notice the large amount of masking film on the front of the car.
The purpose of its imposition is to hide the features of the upgraded hood, improved laser headlights, the design of which includes graphics for daytime running lights on LEDs. The grille appears to be slightly larger than the previous version, and the front bumper has also undergone a modification process that includes new versions of the air intakes and an updated lower grille.
The same is true of the rear. The changes made are not too significant, but the presence of camouflage indicates some changes in the appearance of the rear lights. In fact, the camouflage cover extends to virtually the entire rear bumper, which could mean a complete redesign of the diffuser and overall layout. The appearance of the exhaust pipes has not changed in comparison with the current configuration of the M5.
Speaking about the mechanical part of this sedan, at the moment no details have been made public. As a power plant, a 4.4-liter engine with two turbines is used, the power of which is 591 hp and the amount of torque is 750 Nm. The Competition version has an increased to 617 hp. power and similar torque.
Mitsubishi Outlander XL 2007–2012 MY
Mitsubishi Outlander XL 2007–2012 MY
The second generation Outlander didn't put much effort into becoming one of the leaders in the compact crossover class. All the work on promotion to the market was performed for him by his predecessor, who was in stable demand in Russia. With the change of generations, the car grew in size, the wheelbase lengthened, which made it possible to accommodate up to seven people in the cabin. In the period from 2007 to 2008, cars of both generations were sold in Russia. In order not to create confusion, the later model Mitsubishi Outlander was assigned the XL index.
At first, the crossover was offered with a 2.4-liter petrol “four” and a 3-liter V6. All our cars were sold with all-wheel drive. After restyling in 2010, the line of engines was replenished with a 2-liter gasoline unit. This version came with front wheel drive only. In the same year, the assembly was established near Kaluga. Moreover, along with the Outlander XL, its French clones, the Citroen C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, also rolled off the assembly line.
An important role in the popularity of the Outlander XL was played by a very worthy equipment. Russian dealers sold the car in several trim levels: Inform, Invite, Intense, Instyle and Inspire. The basic Inform version with a 2.4 liter engine and a manual transmission included ABS, front airbags, climate control, a dynamic stabilization system, a CD radio, heated front seats, fog lights and alloy wheels. In the Invite version, instead of "mechanics", a V-belt variator and six airbags instead of two were installed. The Intense variant with a V6 engine and a 6-speed "automatic" was supplemented with an electric drive and heated mirrors, as well as a light sensor. For the Instyle version, a leather interior was offered. And the top performance Inspire came with a sunroof, xenon headlights and an advanced Rockford audio system with a CD changer.
From year to year, the levels of configurations and their content changed. For example, after restyling in 2010, the initial version of Inform turned out to be somewhat truncated: two airbags, ABS, radio, climate control and power accessories. Intense additionally installed side and window airbags, alloy wheels and color display. Instyle meant a leather interior and a stabilization system. And the ultimate Ultimate version is adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a rearview camera, navigation and keyless entry.
Engine
For the entire production period, Outlander XL was equipped with 2.0 liter (147 hp) and 2.4 liter (170 hp) gasoline engines, as well as a 3-liter V6 (220 and 230 hp) . Turbodiesels with a volume of 2.0 and 2.2 liters produced 140 and 156 hp. respectively, and after restyling there were two versions of the 2.2-liter (156 and 177 hp). We only sell petrol versions.
The 2.0 and 2.4L engines are identical in design. In the drive of the gas distribution mechanism, they use the so-called backlash-free chain. Its service life is designed for the entire life of the motor, and so far there have been no cases of its replacement. The motors do not have hydraulic valve compensators - adjustment is made by selecting washers. This operation will be required only after 100 thousand km, but in fact - even later. Experts advise periodically monitoring the condition of the auxiliary drive belt rollers (pump, power steering pump and generator). The fact is that by 60 thousand km, the rollers made of plastic wear out - their working surface from a cylindrical one eventually turns into a conical or barrel-shaped one. In the end, the belt slips and jumps off. Fortunately, in most cases this happens without serious consequences for the engine. Replacement will cost 15,000 rubles, of which 12,000 rubles. spare parts cost. Let's make a reservation right away that the parts bought in the store will be 25–40% cheaper than from dealers. Yes, and it is more expedient to perform work at specialized service stations.
The 3-litre V6 initially rattled the damper block inside the variable-length intake manifold. On this occasion, the company held a recall action. Therefore, ask the seller if the node has changed to an updated one. This makes sense, since the collector assembly costs some unthinkable money - something around 250,000 rubles.
All units are designed for 95th gasoline. But they work great on the 92nd - it is also recommended to be used by the "officials". Motor electronics - from the category of super-reliable. Cases of failure of oxygen sensors and mass air flow, idling and others are isolated.
Transmission
A manual transmission under the hood of a used Outlander XL is quite rare. But, as a rule, there are no complaints about it. Unless, after 150 thousand kilometers, you will have to change the lever backstage bushings for 2200 rubles. But at first there were problems with the Aisin CVT variator - it twitched and worked noisily due to wear on the pressure cones. The worst thing is that no one was engaged in the repair of the unit then. The box was just replaced entirely under warranty. And at first they sinned on a radiator located separately from the main one, which quickly clogged with fluff and dirt. After changes were made to the design of the variator by mid-2008, there were no more serious complaints against it.
The automatic 6-speed hydromechanical box proved to be the best. And long and happy life it should be provided with timely service with an oil change after 60 thousand km.
The Outlander XL's all-wheel drive transmission is also reliable. Under normal driving conditions, the torque is transmitted only to the front wheels, and the rear ones are connected automatically when the front wheels slip through an electronically controlled multi-plate friction clutch - at the signal of the computer, a powerful electromagnet compresses the clutch package operating in an oil bath. Moreover, the clutch can be forcibly blocked (4WD Lock mode) when you have to overcome difficult road terrain. But do not confuse the Outlander XL with an SUV - the clutch overheats very quickly in difficult driving conditions. There are almost no weak points in the transmission. Is that the outboard bearing, which wears out after 100 thousand km. True, it changes along with the cardan shaft. At dealers, the part costs about 80,000 rubles. And a cardan with a bearing brought from the UAE will cost 32,000 rubles. Feel the difference.
Chassis and body
The suspension of the Mitsubishi Outlander XL is fully independent, with MacPherson struts in front and a rear multi-link design. The main complaints about the front struts, which can leak even after 10-15 thousand km. This defect occurs on every fourth crossover. Shock absorbers cost 4200 rubles. a piece. Wheel bearings are also short lived. The good news is that they change separately from the hubs and the dealer goes for 3000 rubles. (although you can buy cheaper). They are changed as they fail, individually, and not in pairs, as usual. But the racks (1100 rubles each) and bushings (540 rubles each) of the stabilizers are durable, which easily take care of the “hundred”.
Outlander XL is based on the tenth Lancer. The undercarriage of the crossover was surprisingly strong. A weak points in it you can name only the front shock absorber struts (4200 rubles each), which sometimes flow for 10 thousand km, and wheel bearings (3000 rubles each), which permanently fail. Therefore, they are changed (work - 3000 rubles) not in pairs, as usual, but individually.
In the rear suspension, except for the hub bearings (3,000 rubles each), nothing breaks before 100-130 thousand km. Even shock absorbers servicemen call eternal. But the springs (5000 rubles each) are rather weak. Due to frequent driving with a full load, they sag. Brake discs (4800 rubles each) are not particularly durable - on 2- and 2.4-liter versions, they cannot withstand more than 50–70 thousand km, but on 3-liter versions change two or three times more often.
The body on the Mitsubishi Outlander XL does not lend itself to corrosion. The paintwork, like all "Japanese", is weak. The glass of the rear doors warp over time, as evidenced by their jammed rubber compressor. In this case, you have to change the U-shaped sealing gum and file the fasteners of one of the guides. Replacement at the dealer - from 8500 rubles. Windshields cracked for no apparent reason. Mechanics say: due to insufficient body rigidity. On cars after restyling in 2010, there were no such problems.
Close relatives
As part of the cooperation between Mitsubishi and PSA, two French twin brothers, the Peugeot 4007 and Citroen C-Crosser, were created on the basis of the Outlander XL. Since 2010, the assembly of all three crossovers has been established at the PSA-Mitsubishi plant near Kaluga. The "French" differed from their progenitor only in external styling and emblems on the steering wheel, as well as in the level of equipment. However, in technical terms, the difference between them is much greater. If the Mitsubishi Outlander XL on the Russian market was offered exclusively with 2.0, 2.4 and 3 liter petrol engines, then in the range of French clones there were only two power units: a 2.4 liter petrol and a 2.2 liter turbodiesel (156 hp). Moreover, the 2.4-liter was combined with a 5-speed “mechanics” and a CVT, and for a diesel engine a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed “robot” with dual clutch were provided.
restyling
After the modernization of 2010, the front end of the Outlander XL has changed. The design of the car began to echo the rest of the concern's models, having received a branded radiator grille in the form of a huge trapezoid. In the cabin, finishing materials have improved, and a small box, previously located above the center console, was simply removed. In the most expensive version of the Ultimate, a touch screen was installed, combined with a navigation system and a rear-view camera. The technique has also changed. A 2-liter gasoline engine with a return of 147 hp appeared in the range of engines, and the Japanese increased the power of the V6 from 220 to 230 hp. Moreover, the 2-liter version is only front-wheel drive. The Invecs III CVT began to adapt to the driving mode and respond faster to the gas supply.
Verdict
Editor:
The Outlander XL, of course, has flaws and minor defects, but they dissolve against the background of the overall reliability of this crossover. In addition, it still looks quite modern today, so much so that some potential customers prefer it to the new model. If funds allow, we advise you to stop at more recent copies - better than post-styling ones, which got rid of many problems. In addition, the Outlander XL has good maintainability, and parts for it can be bought very inexpensively. It is also important that the officials today offer significant discounts on the maintenance of cars that have already gone beyond the warranty age.
The technical characteristics of the Mitsubishi Outlander are determined by three options for the power plants used. Two gasoline "fours" with a volume of 2.0 and 2.4 liters give 146 and 167 hp. respectively. At the top of the engine range is the 3.0-liter V6 engine provided for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport version. It develops a maximum power of 230 hp. and generates a torque of 292 Nm (at 3750 rpm).
The top modification of the Outlander involves the installation of a 6-speed automatic transmission in pair with the power unit. Other versions of the crossover are equipped with an eighth-generation Jatco CVT with a torque converter. Tandem V6 230 hp and 6AKPP provides the sports version of Outlander with good dynamics - up to 100 km / h the car accelerates in 8.9 seconds. The crossover option, which hides any of a pair of 4-cylinder units under the hood, cannot boast of such agility, spending more than 10 seconds on a spurt to “hundreds”.
The average fuel consumption of Mitsubishi Outlander varies from 7.3 to 8.9 liters. The most "insatiable", of course, is the 3.0-liter "six", according to passport data, consuming about 12.2 liters of fuel in the urban cycle.
The geometric parameters of the car body are interesting primarily for the equality of the angles of entry and exit, each of which does not exceed 21 degrees. The ramp angle is of the same importance. Ground clearance (clearance) Mitsubishi Outlander is 215 mm.
The Japanese crossover is available in front- and all-wheel drive versions. Front-wheel drive is provided only for versions with a "junior" 2.0-liter engine. Four-wheel drive has two possible configurations: All Wheel Control (AWC) and Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC). The second option, which adds stability in high-speed corners and on slippery surfaces, was developed specifically for the Outlander Sport 3.0.
Specifications Mitsubishi Outlander - summary table:
| Parameter | Outlander 2.0 CVT 146 HP | Outlander 2.4 CVT 167 HP | Outlander Sport 3.0 AT 230 HP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| engine's type | petrol | |||
| Injection type | distributed | |||
| Supercharging | No | |||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 6 | ||
| Cylinder arrangement | row | V-shaped | ||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | |||
| Volume, cu. cm. | 1998 | 2360 | 2998 | |
| Power, hp (at rpm) | 146 (6000) | 167 (6000) | 230 (6250) | |
| 196 (4200) | 222 (4100) | 292 (3750) | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Drive unit | front | full (AWC) | full (AWC) | full (S-AWC) |
| Transmission | variable speed drive | 6automatic transmission | ||
| Suspension | ||||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson type independent | |||
| Rear suspension type | independent, multi-link | |||
| Brake system | ||||
| Front brakes | disc ventilated | |||
| Rear brakes | disc ventilated | |||
| Steering | ||||
| Amplifier type | electric | |||
| Tires and wheels | ||||
| Tire size | 215/70 R16 | 225/55 R18 | ||
| Disc size | 6.5Jx16 | 7.0Jx18 | ||
| Fuel | ||||
| Fuel type | AI-92 | AI-95 | ||
| Tank volume, l | 63 | 60 | 60 | |
| Fuel consumption | ||||
| City cycle, l/100 km | 9.5 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 12.2 |
| Country cycle, l/100 km | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Combined cycle, l/100 km | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 8.9 |
| dimensions | ||||
| Number of seats | 5 | |||
| Length, mm | 4695 | |||
| Width, mm | 1800 | |||
| Height (with roof rails), mm | 1680 | |||
| Wheel base, mm | 2670 | |||
| Front wheel track, mm | 1540 | |||
| Rear wheel track, mm | 1540 | |||
| Trunk volume (min./max.), l | 591/1754 | 477/1640 | ||
| Ground clearance (clearance), mm | 215 | |||
| Weight | ||||
| Equipped, kg | 1425 | 1490 | 1505 | 1580 |
| Full, kg | 1985 | 2210 | 2270 | |
| Maximum trailer weight (with brakes), kg | 1600 | |||
| Dynamic characteristics | ||||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 193 | 188 | 198 | 205 |
| Acceleration time to 100 km/h, s | 11.1 | 11.7 | 10.2 | 8.7 |
Mitsubishi Outlander engines - specifications
All three motors available for the crossover are equipped with the MIVEC valve lift control system. It allows, depending on the speed, to change the operation mode of the valves (opening time, phase overlap), which helps to increase engine power, save fuel, and reduce harmful emissions.
Features of Mitsubishi Outlander engines:
| Parameter | Outlander 2.0 146 hp | Outlander 2.4 167 hp | Outlander 3.0 230 hp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine code | 4B11 | 4B12 | 6B31 |
| engine's type | gasoline without turbocharging | ||
| Supply system | distributed injection, MIVEC electronic valve control system, two camshafts (DOHC), timing chain drive | distributed injection, MIVEC electronic valve control system, one camshaft per cylinder bank (SOHC), timing belt drive | |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 6 | |
| Cylinder arrangement | row | V-shaped | |
| Number of valves | 16 | 24 | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 86 | 88 | 87.6 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 | 97 | 82.9 |
| Compression ratio | 10:1 | 10.5:1 | |
| Working volume, cu. cm. | 1998 | 2360 | 2998 |
| Power, hp (at rpm) | 146 (6000) | 167 (6000) | 230 (6250) |
| Torque, N*m (at rpm) | 196 (4200) | 222 (4100) | 292 (3750) |
Mitsubishi Outlander all-wheel drive system
The All Wheel Control (AWC) system is a front-wheel drive configuration in which the rear axle is connected using an electronically controlled electromagnetic clutch. Up to 50% of the thrust can be directed backwards. There are three operating modes for the AWC drive - ECO, Auto and Lock. In economy mode, all the torque is transferred to the front axle by default, and the rear is activated only when slipping. The Auto mode distributes the effort in an optimal way, based on the data received by the electronic unit (wheel speed, accelerator pedal position). The lock mode increases the amount of torque transmitted to the rear wheels, which guarantees confident acceleration and more stable behavior on unstable surfaces. The main difference between Lock and Auto is that the rear wheels initially get more traction regardless of whether slip is detected or not. 
The Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system is an advanced variation of the conventional AWC, in which an active differential (AFD) is installed on the front axle, distributing power between the wheels. Thus, an additional mechanism for controlling the behavior of the car appears. The S-AWC includes a stabilization system, ABS, electric power steering and braking system. Thus, the control unit of the Super All Wheel Control system, under certain conditions, can initiate braking of the wheels, for example, in the event of a drift during the passage of a bend.
The S-AWC all-wheel drive mode selector has four positions: Eco, Normal, Snow and Lock. Snow mode optimizes the system settings for driving on slippery surfaces. 
Mitsubishi Outlander engines will please with a variety and a choice of three atmospheric gasoline units. Mitsubishi Outlander engines in Russia are fairly reliable units. Diesel versions are also offered on the European market. At the moment, Mitsubishi Outlander customers have two 4-cylinder in-line engines with a working volume of 2 and 2.4 liters, plus a more powerful 3-liter power unit in a V6 configuration. 
Today we will talk in detail about the design of these engines. Let's talk about the timing drive, fuel consumption and dynamics. Let's start with the base Mitsubishi Outlander engine with a working volume of 2 liters. This engine produces 146 horsepower at 6000 rpm. The torque is 196 Nm. The peculiarity of this power unit is that only with it you can buy Outlander, both in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions. More powerful Outlander engines are installed only on all-wheel drive modifications.
The valve train of the 2-liter unit is a classic DOHC with two camshafts and 4 valves per cylinder. The timing chain uses a chain. The power system uses distributed injection. Excellent power with relatively low fuel consumption is provided by the MIVEC electronic valve timing control system. Further detailed characteristics of the engine, fuel consumption and dynamics.
Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0 engine, fuel consumption, dynamics
- Working volume - 1998 cm3
- Power hp / kW - 146/107 at 6000 rpm
- Torque - 196 Nm at 4200 rpm
- Timing Drive - Chain
- Max speed front-wheel drive- 190 kilometers per hour
- Maximum speed four-wheel drive - 185 kilometers per hour
- Acceleration to the first hundred front-wheel drive - 11.5 seconds
- Acceleration to the first hundred four-wheel drive - 12.0 seconds
- Fuel type - AI 92
- Fuel consumption in the city 2WD / 4WD - 9.0 / 9.8 liters
- Fuel consumption in the combined cycle 2WD / 4WD - 7.5 / 7.8 liters
- Fuel consumption on the highway 2WD / 4WD - 6.7 / 6.7 liters
More powerful Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 engine offered in conjunction with 4WD only. In fact, this is the same unit as the two-liter engine with the MIVEC valve timing control system. The 2.4 liter engine has the same valve train with a timing chain drive and ECI-MULTI distributed injection. The increase in volume due to larger diameter cylinders led to an increase in power and torque. The cylinder block of the 2.4 engine is made of aluminum alloy. 92 gasoline is also used as fuel. Further characteristics of the MIVEC 2.4 liter engine.
Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 engine, fuel consumption, dynamics
- Working volume - 2360 cm3
- Number of cylinders / valves - 4/16
- Power hp / kW - 167/123 at 6000 rpm
- Torque - 222 Nm at 4100 rpm
- Timing Drive - Chain
- Maximum speed four-wheel drive - 195 kilometers per hour
- Acceleration to the first hundred four-wheel drive - 10.5 seconds
- Fuel type - AI 92
- Environmental standard - Euro 4
- Fuel consumption in the city 4WD - 10.6 liters
- Fuel consumption in the combined cycle 4WD - 7.9 liters
- Fuel consumption on the highway 4WD - 6.4 liters
Recently, a 3-liter gasoline engine with 6 cylinders arranged in a V-shaped order became available to Russian buyers of the Mitsubishi Outlander. The power of the unit is about 230 hp, this allows you to accelerate an all-wheel drive SUV to the first hundred in 8.7 seconds! Of course, you have to pay for hurricane dynamics, so fuel consumption, especially in urban conditions, is several liters more than that of 4-cylinder engines. The V6 engine also has 4 valves per cylinder, there is a belt in the timing drive. In addition to the fact that a car with such an engine is very voracious, gasoline also requires at least AI 95. If 4-cylinder engines are combined with stepless CVT variators. Then to the V6, a 6-band automatic is offered as a gearbox. Further parameters of the 3-liter Mitsubishi Outlander engine.
Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0 engine, fuel consumption, dynamics
- Working volume - 2998 cm3
- Number of cylinders / valves - 6/24
- Power hp / kW - 230/169 at 6250 rpm
- Torque - 292 Nm at 3750 rpm
- Timing Drive - Belt
- Maximum speed - 205 kilometers per hour
- Acceleration to the first hundred - 8.7 seconds
- Fuel type - AI 95
- Environmental standard - Euro 4
- Fuel consumption in the city - 12.2 liters
- Combined fuel consumption - 8.9 liters
- Fuel consumption on the highway - 7.0 liters
Whatever power unit you choose, these are quite reliable motors that do not cause serious problems during operation.
18.01.2017
It has a controversial design, but, according to the manufacturer, at the moment, the car has a reference appearance for an urban crossover. The appearance of the car divided the fans of this model into two camps: some see it as ugly and boring, while others see it as modern and fresh. Despite this, the car remains quite in demand in the market and occupies high places in the ratings of the best-selling cars in its class. Today in the secondary market you can find a large number of offers for sale used Mitsubishi Outlander 3, but for what reason the owners part with their car so quickly, we will try to find out.
A bit of history:
The history of Mitsubishi Outlander began in 2001 and has been going on for 16 years.. The second generation appeared on the market in 2005 and the design resembled Mitsubishi Lancer, such a similarity favorably affected car sales. Debut Mitsubishi Outlander 3 generations took place in 2012 at the international auto show in Geneva. Six months before the official presentation of the third generation Mitsubishi Outlander, the president of the company puzzled the world community with a statement that Russia would be the first foreign country in which sales of new items would start. The vast majority of experts were firmly convinced that this generation will be created in the image and likeness of the concept, which was presented to the public at the auto show in Tokyo in 2009. When developing the design of the third generation Outlander, the developers almost completely abandoned the Mitsubishi brand style " jet fighter", which in recent years has become calling card most popular models of the Japanese brand.
Misubishi's chief designer explained this decision by the fact that aggressive styling remains the prerogative of passenger cars, and serious cars cannot afford such youthful frivolity. New design car, compared with the second generation of the model, looks less aggressive and devoid of any frills. Car assembly is carried out in Japan, the Netherlands, Thailand, India and Russia. In 2012, at the auto show in Paris, a hybrid version of the car was also presented, called " Outlander PHEV". In 2014, the management of Mitsubishi announced the launch of a restyled version of the model on the market. The vast majority of the changes affected the appearance of the car, mainly its front part, and minor changes were made to the technical specifications.
Advantages and disadvantages of Mitsubishi Outlander 3 with mileage
Traditionally for Japanese cars, the paintwork is quite weak, therefore, chips and scratches on the body are a common occurrence. Body iron, in principle, is of good quality, and if the car has not been restored after serious accidents, then there should be no problems with corrosion resistance. In places where the paint is chipped, after a while the metal may begin to oxidize, but, as a rule, this does not lead to serious consequences, however, it is better not to delay the restoration of the paintwork. The windshield is also not famous for its reliability (chips and even cracks can appear from hitting a small pebble). In terms of electrics, the owners blame the electrics control unit - the dipped beam spontaneously turns on and the engine cooling radiator fans start spinning constantly. The problem is floating, it can be eliminated only by pulling out the fuse.
Engines
It is equipped with the following power units: 2.0 (163 HP), 2.4 (167 HP) and 3.0 (230 HP), also, a hybrid version with a motor is available for this model 2.0 (118 hp). In European markets, you can also find diesel versions of the car. All motors were deformed a little and the control program was changed, thanks to this, they digest the 92nd gasoline without any problems, only the most powerful motor became an exception. Also, these changes had a positive effect on fuel consumption, for example, for engines 2.0 and 2.4 average consumption in the city is 10-11 liters per 100 km. Motors 2.0 and 2.4 are equipped with a chain drive timing, but a belt is installed on a three-liter engine. According to the regulations, the belt needs to be changed every 90,000 km, but already at 70,000 km, you need to carefully monitor its condition. The chain is quite reliable and, with proper maintenance, can last up to 300,000 km, but the cost of replacing it can be unpleasantly surprising.
If we talk about the reliability of power units in general, then, significant shortcomings in them have not yet been identified. Perhaps there are no negative statistics yet because most cars have not even run over 100,000 km. Of the minor troubles, one can distinguish: loss of tightness of the cooling radiator ( in most cases, the defect was eliminated under warranty), unstable work on XX on some copies, as well as vibration in the body. Often, even on a car with low mileage, a generator squeaks ( at maximum load). The engine maintenance interval is 15,000 km, but many experts assure that it is very long and recommend changing the oil and filter at least once every 8-10 thousand km.
Transmission
Equipped with three types of gearboxes - stepless variator CVT from Jatco 7, six-speed automatic and mechanics ( installed only on diesel versions). Automatic transmissions are very demanding on the quality of lubricants and service intervals ( at least once every 60,000 km). If these requirements are met, the transmission can last 300-350 thousand km without repair. The variator is quite capricious, and, unfortunately, will not be able to please its owners with a long service life ( its resource does not exceed 200,000 km), and the replacement will cost about 5000 USD. Therefore, it is better to refuse to buy a second-hand car with such a transmission, especially if the car's mileage is more than 80,000 km. The first sign of a CVT malfunction will be a distinct metallic knock during acceleration, and at high speeds the car does not accelerate well. Also, you need to check the color of the oil, greenish color - the oil was changed recently, if the oil has been changed for a long time, its color will be brown.
The disadvantages of this transmission include rapid overheating with frequent traffic in traffic jams, slippage and at speeds above 120 km/h. On cars manufactured after 2014, they began to install an additional radiator, which slightly improved the situation, but did not completely solve the problem. Four-wheel drive is plug-in, and is activated using a multi-plate clutch when the front wheels slip. The clutch is maintenance-free, but in the gearbox, it is necessary to change the oil and filter every 100-120 thousand km. The all-wheel drive system is generally reliable, but it is very afraid of frequent overheating, therefore, this car should not be considered for constant off-road forays. To check the condition of the clutch, you must turn on the four-wheel drive ( AUTO or LOCK), then slowly and smoothly make several 360-degree turns. If there is a characteristic crunch, squeal, clang or other extraneous sounds, it is better to refuse to buy such a machine. 
Disadvantages of the Mitsubishi Outlander 3 suspension
Like the previous generation Mitsubishi Outlander 3 equipped with a fully independent suspension: front - McPherson, behind - multi-link, while the suspension settings have been changed. As for the reliability of the chassis, most of its parts are not famous for their endurance. Most of all complaints are caused by rubber suspension elements ( shock absorber rods, silent blocks, stabilizer bushings) and the problem lies not in their quality, but in the fact that they very poorly tolerate the effects of salts and reagents, which our roads are generously sprinkled with. Traditionally, for modern cars, stabilizer struts do not last long ( up to 40000 km). The rear shock absorbers, with careful operation, can last 50-60 thousand km, the front ones a little longer - 70-80 thousand km. The rest of the suspension elements, on average, live up to 80-100 thousand km. Brake pads run 30-40 thousand km, discs - 60-70 thousand km. When replacing the pads, it is imperative to lubricate the caliper guides, otherwise, over time, the brakes will begin to wedge.
Salon
Compared to its predecessors, the interior began to look more modern, but the quality finishing materials, unfortunately, remained at the same low level. As a result, extraneous squeaks and knocks bother the owners of even practically new cars. The new Outlander is not famous for its good sound insulation either. On most specimens, over time, on the ceiling ( in the area of the ceiling) moisture begins to accumulate. As for the electrical equipment, at the moment, no serious problems have been identified with it. The only thing that many owners complain about is the weak windscreen blowing. 
Outcome:
In general, a reliable car with good off-road potential, but, nevertheless, consider this car for constant off-road forays - not worth it.
Advantages:
- Roomy interior.
- Comfort suspension.
- Four-wheel drive.
Flaws:
- Weak paint finish.
- A small resource of the variator.
- Rattle salon.
