Two-Wheel Drive Mitsubishi Outlander Star Attraction at the Australian International Motor Show

Oct. 18, 2010 - PRLog -- Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced the arrival of a two-wheel drive Outlander as part of its 2011 product line-up. The new variant, dubbed the Outlander LS 2WD, is the star attraction of the popular vehicle’s 2011 model year update, which will be presented publicly for the first time at the Australian International Motor Show, Sydney.

All models in the 2011 Outlander line-up, including the traditional all-wheel drive variants, will receive a variety of interior and exterior upgrades such as a new power window safety system including driver auto up/down function, and an enhanced brake assist system. In addition, a full size spare tyre will now be standard on all five-seat Outlander variants and updated alloy wheels will be available on XLS, VR and VRX variants.

Masahiko Takahashi, Mitsubishi’s President and CEO, said the new two-wheel drive Outlander LS is a significant model which will increase the breadth of the company’s model range and appeal to a whole new audience.

“Outlander is a tried and trusted brand in the marketplace, and has been praised for its styling, flexibility and technical features.

“However, within this segment there is fast growing demand for two-wheel drive variants, which have a lower entry price. Releasing an economical two-wheel drive variant ensures Outlander will appeal to a much wider range of wagon buyers,” Takahashi said.

The new two-wheel drive Outlander LS will share the majority of technical and feature specifications of the all-wheel drive variants and will be powered by the company's economical 2.4-litre DOHC 16-valve MPI MIVEC engine, which generates 125 kW of power @ 6,000 rpm and 226 Nm of torque @4,100rpm. The 2.4-litre engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission or an optional continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) with Sports Mode sequential style shift changes and INVECS Smart Logic.

The 2011 Outlander range continues to offer a second engine on some variants, the V6 3.0-litre SOHC 24 valve MPI MIVEC engine which generates 169 KW of power @ 6,250 rpm and 291 Nm of torque @ 3,750 rpm. The 3.0-litre V6 engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Sports Mode sequential style shift change and INVECS Smart Logic.

The 2011 model year Outlander offers a comprehensive line-up of variants, with the 2.4-litre version available in three specification levels, the LS 2WD and 4WD (manual or CVT), XLS and the XLS Luxury option (these last two with CVT only). The 3.0-litre V6 version offers two specification levels, the VR and the VRX (V6 versions with six-speed automatic transmission only). All variants carry over relevant braking and suspension technology from the previous model.

Safety is a focus of the 2011 model year Outlander, with all models featuring driver and front passenger dual stage SRS airbags, active stability control, ABS with EBD and RISE body protection and three-point ELR seatbelts. Side and curtain airbags are now standard on all four-wheel drive models and optional on the LS 2WD variant.

Entry level LS (2.4-litre engine) two- and four-wheel drive variants come with all the standard appointments carried over from the previous model, including air-conditioning (automatic in four-wheel drive variants), upgraded electric window systems, remote-control locking, steering wheel mounted audio and cruise controls, two-speed variable and intermittent wipers and USB port.

XLS (2.4-litre engine) variants come with new 18-inch alloy wheels, Smart Key remote entry, automatic air-conditioning, aluminium pedals, cool/warm box and Bluetooth 2.0 functionality, while XLS Luxury variants include upgraded18-inch alloy wheels, leather seats, dusk sensing headlamps, rain sensing wipers, sunroof, reverse camera and a 710 watt Rockford Fosgate sound system, all carried over from the previous model. MMCS is also available on the XLS Luxury and includes satellite navigation, voice activation, iPod functionality, Bluetooth and vehicle maintenance data.

The 3.0-litre VR variants include all the appointments of the LS model and add the security of Mitsubishi’s acclaimed S-AWC system, fog lamps, reverse sensors, alloy pedals and enhanced interior trim. The top of the range VRX variant includes the premium appointments of the XLS Luxury model - unique 18-inch alloy wheels, leather seats, dusk sensing headlamps, rain sensing wipers, sunroof, reversing camera, Rockford Fosgate sound system and MMCS - along with the S-AWC system.

Mitsubishi provides its industry leading warranty on all Outlander vehicles, including a comprehensive five year/130,000 km whole vehicle warranty, backed up by its 10 year/160,000 km powertrain warranty and a five year/130,000 kilometre roadside assistance package.

Launching the Outlander LS 2WD at the motor show, Masahiko Takahashi said he couldn’t imagine a vehicle that was better placed to meet the demands of today’s lifestyle oriented consumers.

“Our customers need a car that can keep up with them and meet all their needs and the 2011 Outlander does just that. It’s a value packed vehicle designed to delight,” said Takahashi.

The new Outlander LS 2WD and the popular VRX will be on display at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show, Sydney from 15th-24th October. The Outlander LS
2WD starts from $28990* for manual and $31490* for CVT.

*Prices listed are vehicle the only price before adding dealer and statutory charges.

For further information, contact:
Lenore Fletcher, Head of Corporate Communications
Telephone: (08) 8275 2348
E-mail: lfletcher@mmal.com.au
www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au


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