Test Drive Mitsubishi Outlander since 2012 SUV

Test drive of the new Mitsubishi Outlander from Drom.ru. Estimation

Sales of the new Mitsubishi Outlander first of all started in Russia, in August of this year. Even earlier than in Japan. This fact is explained simply the previous generation is best sold in our country.

The Japanese says that changes and improvements in the nature of the new model were introduced from the supply of Russians. During the work on the third outlander, the company's representatives communicated a lot with Outlander XL owners, asked them about comfortability, manageability, interior. Let's see what happened from it ...

XL prefix in the title disappeared. Yes, it does not need the previous generation. It received it due to the increased dimensions (compared to the very first auto), as well as for the reason that both models were sold for some time in parallel. At first glance, it seems that the novelty has grown a little. However, this visual deception sizes almost exactly in-point, except for a centimeter decreased length. So formally a new out is even less. And, by the way, easier.

Changes in the design concept are obvious. If the precursor was performed in the predatory style of Jet Fighter (jet fighter), as well as Lancer, then the current model sends to another, non-aggressive principle. Take a look at how the lines are bent on the falseradiator lattice, forming the similarity of the mountain. That's right, in this case, it is about the direction of Mount Fuji (Mount Fuji), which are held by large Mitsu, such as, for example, Pajero. So Outlander, it became, wants to become more serious, stretches to the elders.
    
Happened? Definitely. However, the first sense is that, together with the degree, she came boredom. If there was a low crossover with a squeezed window abrasion on us on conceptual sketches on us, cakes, large wheels and boldly flourishing sides, then during the transformation into the serial model, it turned out ... Just another universal of increased passability. Calm, neat in detail, with pretty lighting (it is especially interesting to solve in the back).

From the car blows in peace, family values. High side line gives birth to a certain sense of security. In general, quite a target approach. However, as the first impression disappeared, as I could communicate with the car, I somewhat changed the skeptical evaluation of appearance. The crossover is sympathetic exactly accuracy and emphasized minimalism. Yes, and his classic forms are correct.

The new body is built on the previous platform and has been subjected to some improvements. It has become stronger thanks to a slightly wider (by 6%) use of high-strength steel. It affected the body weight it decreased by 85 kg. Approximately the same on average lost and the car as a whole (from 75 to 95 kg, depending on the version). It is a lot, given the unchanged dimensions and the increased level of passive safety and equipment.
    
The previous Outlander XL was repeatedly criticized for a promotion salon, the front part of which was also covered with artificial skin. The interior was the top of minimalism, which, of course, did not like the buyers. Competitors went by XL in this aspect. Well, the Japanese tried to do better. The upper part of the front panel is a pleasant elastic plastic, which extends from one rack to another. The central console is not here, but there is a kind of cockpit, which is focused on the driver and combined with a lining made of plastic under black varnish.

Driver has two own ducts that differ in shape and size from passenger. The multimedia system screen is slightly deployed towards the seat. The graphics are pretty, navigating the problem menu does not cause.

But the speed of the system does not withstand any criticism: large pauses between downloading the menu, problems with adequate playback of MP3 files (in particular, extremely slow rewind and, again, navigate to folders) ... But the system does not happen to the WAV format, for which special thanks to. And yet, with speed, the creators of the car definitely need to do something, at least change the stone.

The devices are well read, between which is the information color display with a diagonal of 4.2 inches. Door panels and part of the passenger side are separated by textured inserts. They look good, and to the touch even immediately and you will not define that it is plastic. These front panels also have a soft surface at the top, and the entire bottom perimeter immediately reminds of the previous way the hard black plastic is better not to touch. Touch the torpedo from above is much more pleasant.
    
The front chairs are familiar, the same stood on the previous version. Covered with skin ... but is it really skin? Most likely combined finish. The steering wheel was regulated by departure, and it was easier to sit comfortably. There is a lot of place on the back row. The series is fixed tightly (there is a longitudinal adjustment in the American seventh version), but the ability to change the angle of the back of the back is left. The sofa is flat enough, it is impossible to call it. In the luggage compartment immediately draw attention to the two cup holders on the right wing. Atavism, which got a car from the version with three rows of seats. In Russia, the third row was not in demand in Rolf conducted a study. As a result, in the new outlander, the trunk can be in two configurations.

In the top version on the floor of the luggage compartment under the floor, several compartments, so the floor is flat, and there is no step when loading. But in more available versions of the underground there is no: the rug is lying, and the floor level is lower. Also, if you fold the chairs of the second row, the top version forms a smooth floor. In the second case, there is a large step. Well, as a pleasant completion of the loading activities, clicking on the cherished key. The car thinks a squeak, and the door smoothly closes automatically. In this class, no one can offer such an option.

It should be noted that the charms of life like the touchscreen display in Russian with navigating and supporting reading flash and SD cards, as well as a pretty screen in the tidy privilege of the Top version of Ultimate for 1,414,000 rubles. The usual cars look easier. At the place of the color display, the dual one of the radio, and between the tachometer and the speedometer, the usual monochrome display. The steering wheel is not always leather and sometimes one-function, but the seats without electrically regulating and rag. There is no electric drive fifth door. Thus, a small hint of premium, which is in our car, disappears.
    
However, is it important? Outlander never claimed to premium. It was an honest crossover, with a simple lounge and good running manners. Especially in the first generation, in the TURBO version. And what can offer a new model to the driver?

As already mentioned, the platform of the predecessor remained the same, but was improved. The same thing happened with the suspension. For example, new springs and upper supports of shock absorbers appeared in the front. Installed a second subframe that enhances the stiffness of the structure. The engine acquired new hydraulic rods.

Rear changes less. The multi-phase has been basically the same, but there are new shock absorbers, springs and lightweight longitudinal levers. To coupled with the changed design of the rear calipers (the handbrake is integrated) in them) it made it possible to throw about three kilograms of unsprung masses from each wheel. Steering, as well as on ASX, is represented by an electric powerful, which is located on the shaft.

The power unit is a well-known 2.4-liter atmospheric motor. The engine was weaker than 3 hp And lost 5 nm. Changes in the structure of the block head and control electronics are aimed at promising environmental norms. Considering that the car became easier, the dynamics even improved in acceleration to hundreds of 0.3 seconds, and the maximum speed is 5 km / h. Some of the fuel efficiency in the passport. In fact, everything remained approximately in the same framework. On the track, the average consumption on a computer at a speed of 110 km / h was about 8.5 liters, in the city of 12.5-13.0.

Helps the motor a stepless variator, also used in the past. Mechanics are not available even for the simplest front-wheel drive version. Next year, a machine gun will appear, along with the engine 3.0 V6. It will be offered only for the top version.

Well, with changes in the design, it seems, everything is clear. It remains to find out if all this has influenced the driving quality of the car. And for what purpose did the changes have been laid? The body has become tougher, the car is easier. In theory, this is a contribution to manageability. But now new shock absorbers and springs settings?
    
After the first kilometers driving a new outlander, nostalgia covered me. I bought on the original outout, and even in the turbo version. Now the car seems to be pure romantic. Rigid suspension, mechanical, explosive turbo engine and the very genes of Mitsubishi rally, who dared to show up in the civil crossover. That is, they dared. Now they have no one would let him.

Let's see how there will be a top version equipped with V6. She will definitely be configured a little differently with the suspension, but still have to admit that the car tried to design themselves. However, it turned out contradiction. It is felt that the rolls became stronger. The machine with a delay reacts to the steering wheel. But at the same time, it all also repeats in detail the micropographs of the road, which looks like a generally comfortable background with some dissonance.

Yes, and the steering wheel is not enough informative. In addition, it is easy enough. However, in the family mode of movement, it is unlikely that someone will pay attention. And only a rare fan and only in winter will be pouring sideways on the carcement on this 2,4-liter 167-strong car. Therefore, about sports genes is better forgotten. And pay attention to other factors.

For example, on the stability of movement in a straight line. On the tolerance of a beacon. The fact that the tandem Motor-Viator is now working more simplifier, promptly reacting to the movement of the accelerator pedal. On good visibility. And a bit improved noise insulation.

Why a little? Because measures to improve noise insulation were most likely insufficient. And first of all it concerns the motor compartment. Closer to 4000 rpm Not chib to the pleasant voice of the motor cut throughout its glory, multiplied by monotony provided by the variator. Isolation of the arches and as a whole, the salon from extraneous noise is improved.
    
Weighing change in the new generation Haldex Coupling System, which faster and capable of transmitting more torque. However, the latter for our market is irrelevant motors while the same. The newest 2.2 liter turbodiesel in our market is not worth the quality of the diesel fancy too dubious.

There are minor changes in the control electronics, its overall performance has increased, and the front-wheel drive mode is replaced by mysterious at first view of 4WD Eco. This implies connecting the rear axle when slipping the front. For example, when starting. In 4WD Auto, unlike ECO, the coupling is blocked preventively. There are 4WD Lock, for slippery surfaces. In general, everything is as follows as in the last series. It is reported increasing for a couple of degrees of entry / exit angles. But, as you understand, seriously on the passability of the outlander cannot affect this.
    
At the exit, we get a picture of a new crossover, updated quite painstakingly on all items just as much as possible for modern Mitsubishi. The car has a radically changed design, increased the degree of comfort and improved interior. And all this is at about the pricing level of the precursor. In general, Outlander has grown, it is more clearly focused on the target audience. And it is difficult to doubt his success in the territory of the Russian Federation, where Mitsubishi SUV positions are still very strong.
    
Technical Specifications Mitsubishi Outlander
Engine type gasoline, four-cylinder
Working volume (cm3) 2 320
Power (hp at rpm) 167/6 000
Torque (nm at rpm) 222/4 100
Full drive, connected
Gearbox stepless variator
McPherson Front Suspension
Suspension rear independent multi-dimensional
Brakes front ventilated discs
Brake rear discs
Length (mm) 4 655
Width (mm) 1 800
Height (mm) 1 680
Wheel base (mm) 2 670
Clearance (mm) 215
Curb Mass (kg) 1 495
Fuel consumption 10.7 - city, 6.6 track
Acceleration 0-100 km / h (sec) 10.5
Maximum speed (km / h) 195
Price test machine (rub.) 1 414 000


 
 

A source: Drom.ru.