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The new New Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV go on sale in Japan on June 18 and July 9, respectively. Prices start from 2,519,640 yen ($20,540) for the regular Outlander and 3,596,400 yen ($29,317) for the Outlander PHEV. Mitsubishi also says acceleration and response from a full stop in urban environments as well as on the move has been improved thanks to a revision of the plug-in hybrid EV and motor control systems.
Inside, the plug-in hybrid model gets a new design and material for the seat upholstery, a new four-spoke design steering wheel and is now available with a new brown leather trim as standard on the G Premium Package. Accent stitching is used both in the seats and door trim, as well as on the instrument cluster hood. The center console uses a finish mirroring the elegance of black lacquer used in traditional Japanese craftwork, while black stream patterns as well as shiny accents are used in the dashboard and door trim ornament panels.
The plug-in hybrid system of the Outlander PHEV has received some updates as well. Thanks to optimization and reduction in engine friction, fuel economy has improved by 1.6 km/L to 20.2 km/L (4.95 l/100 km or 47.5 mpg US), measured in the Japanese JC08 drive mode. Additionally, improvements to electric motor efficiency have increased all-electric range by 0.6 km to 60.8 km (37.7 miles).
