Have had a 2012 ZH Outlander 5sp manual for a year, and while I really like Mitsubishi, this model is pretty average. Fuel consumption is heavy, however when the fuel light comes on I can get at least 45km before refilling. It is too easy to induce a front-wheel skid and spin the wheels in this, even when taking off on a level road. I would not want to tow anything as a result. I recently bought new tyres, and it is still skidding when I take off turning a corner with foot to the floor. It is very sluggish acceleration until the engine gets to about 1800rpm. so you need to give plenty of accelerator when taking off. However, one good feature is that it has rear folding seats that give you more room in the back for large items.

Despite what the brochures say the Mitsubishi PHEV ZK is not suitable (or rather safe) for any sort of towing if there is any chance of having to go up a slope. They (Mitsubishi) don't advertise the fact it has 'torque limiting' apparently to protect the electric motors. It means if you have to stop on an uphill slope due to traffic etc you will not be able to move off. A PHEV loaded to its max GCM (1500kg trailer + passengers) struggles to move if the gradient is greater than approximately 6 deg. Even at its GVM (passengers + baggage, no trailer) the limit is about 9 deg.

Bought car in 2015 from Fleet Sales ex-NSW Gov car (Dept of Food Lismore) AUD$20K. Was fitted witha non-Mitsi, Nokia-only Bluetooth by NSW DoF which had to be removed.

I have retrofitted a Bluetooth handsfree and fog lights (both OEM parts ex-wreckers), the chiller box vent (new parts ex Mitsi dealer) and installed the ZG top of dash glove box (again OEM ex wreckers).

Bought the car for myself and my two dogs (their travelling bed is in the cargo area and their harnesses attached to the cargo barrier anchor points on the side.

The drop down...

There are a few "hacks" when towing with a Mitsubishi PHEV.

Remember you have a petrol motor and a front and rear electric motor so drive accordingly.

Stay within your vehicle's towing limits.
Buy a quality electric brake controller.
Select 4WD
Select CHARGE if you have a hilly journey
Select CHARGE if your Electric Fuel level is low
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I am happy to say that after purchasing this SUV with a lot of comparison with other SUV's. I am happy with this SUV. The main thing I like is for a SUV it is very (very) twice fuel efficient. It has at times given me 5.8 Its/100KM equal to 17 Kms/Ltr for its large size and 2.0 Litre engine. Very comfortable and spacious. I have done so far over 100K in 6.5 years and its been fantastic. I like the shape and the size. The boot is very spacious. I used it only on paved roads. Infact, still using the Toyo A24 tires that came with it with 20K -30...

Superficially it seems to be very impressive and fuel economy is great (got 1500km out of 30 litres of fuel) but in the 4 weeks I have had it I have noticed a few software 'bugs' (erroneous displays etc). Around town and on a freeway it is a pleasure to drive ....but.... the electric drive system seems to be very under powered at low speed - it struggles going up a slope slowly with 4 people on board. It is also supposed to be able to tow 750kg (unbraked) and 1500kg (braked) but it cannot pull a light (400kg) unloaded trailer up an 18deg sl...

I believe the Outlander is best value for money of all vehicles in its category. It's not necessarily the quickest or best equipped, but for all-round value it's hard to beat. Admittedly, my usage is low, more of a runaround, so I can't speak for how well it survives long-distance commuting, for example. Certainly worth consideration if you're in the market for a family SVU.

# AVOID NORTHSHORE Mitsubishi # at all cost.
Read all the reviews left by customers at their Facebook Page and Google review for both Mitsubishi and Hunter Holder !
The same dealer principle for Hunter Holden Ryde ,603 Victoria Road NSW
They will lied to you with the LOWest price compare with other Mitsubishi dealership but the price you pay for a POOR after sales service and EXPENSIVE spares parts is what you get. Misled and Misrepresented of the product is what they are good at ...STAY AWAY please don’t b tempted by their low price you pay what for you get

I was pleasantly surprised to how smoothly my car drives. Fuel economy is very reasonable. Inside space and back seating roomy and comfortable. Best to consider bigger than the two litre engine, as underpowered on hilly roads.

I use my outlander to go to work and family outings it has heaps of space in it.
Very smooth in driving i drove it to snowy mountains very comfi drive.
Service it regularly from dealership.

Bought my 2017 outlander brand new within 12 months the carpet started to fall apart (no where near feet area) MMA replaced and said it was a good will.
Roughly 12 month later same place same issue. Was told sorry its wear and tear through foot traffic. Funny unless u are driving with a twisted foot.
I now in the process of taking them to the small claims tribunal

We bought our Outlander 3 years ago as a dealer demo with 400kms. We're up to 75,000kms and haven't had a single issue with it. We've always received good service from Mitsubishi and are really happy overall. We have 2 little kids and have to cart around a big pram with 2 seats. There's heaps of room inside, even at 6'2 I'm legitimately as comfortable in the front seats as I am the back. There's heaps of legroom and even after hours in the car (we do lots of long distance driving) I'm never cramped. I really rate this car highly. The only featu...

Very simply the electric outlander is a good buy and Subaru have just released a self charging hybrid which mimics the charging while driving function of the Outlander.
1: dual fuel... electric and petrol so if you run out of fuel RACV just give you some petrol.
2. Home charging. Well your oven works on a 15 amp circuit so does the mitsi. There are also chargers which plug into a standard household 10 amp socket.
3. On road charging while driving gives you a new full tank in 30 minutes.
4. All the advantages of a family SUV four wheel drive.
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Mitsubishi said the issue is wear and tear, however the issue is on the side wall not on the floor were shoes can wear out carpet.
Been told i have to pay for it at $1700.
It was replaced once under warranty, but they wont admit its a fault.

I bought a 2013 second hand outlander. Engine light came up, transmission needs service, 4wd needs service, ASC needs service messages came up. Took it to a few mechanics done all the services but still the same. The car doesnt speed more than 60 km/hr. Dont buy it

ZK 2.4 4X4 SAFETY PACK...Complete cvt failure and replacement required after 83000km..Thankfully covered by warranty,but will take more than a month to get done due to no transmissions available in the country...
This vehicle has always been maintained on time at the dealer...Once it's repaired we will be getting rid of it for something without a cvt...

I using my car for work and personal use then for my everyday needs and doing the normal service and no problems at all.
Very cheap to run and perfect space.

Bought seven seater Mitsubishi outlander from motorama springwood. Very happy with the car and support by staff at Motorama springwood both sales and service teams were fantastic in providing information on time.

2017 model took it in for capacity loss but been told it is all good and as per design.
Had to take it to Adelaide to fix it.
Yes I did have to drive it to Adelie from Melbourne because nobody knew a thing about it here

Very bad on fuel,for a 60 litre tank the maximum I get out of it is 500kms no matter how I drive.Sensors in the car keep going off randomly for no reason and connecting samsung phone via Bluetooth to play music keeps cutting out.Sound quality isn't the best and you have to turn stereo up to well over half way to hear it properly.