2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV pricing and features

UPDATE: 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV scores minor update, price rises

The second-generation 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has received its first update just months after it launched in Australia.

It mirrors revisions found on the petrol Outlander for model-year 2023, with minor specification changes, new safety technology, and price rises of up to $1500.

The entry-level ES now includes rear autonomous emergency braking (AEB), rear cross-traffic alert and automatic high beam.

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Across the range, there's a 'last memory' function for its auto-hold electronic park brake, while the rear AEB system receives a trailer connection over-ride function to prevent the brakes from automatically engaging when attempting to reverse with a trailer attached.

Wheels has reached out to Mitsubishi Australia to see if a retrofit is available for current Outlander PHEV vehicles.

The highest price increase applies to the flagship Exceed and Exceed Tourer, which gain a heated steering wheel and sequential front indicators, while the Exceed Tourer features heated rear seats and additional two-tone paint finishes.

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Both grades also now include the brand's 'Mi-Pilot' driving system for semi-autonomous highway steering.

It works in conjunction with the existing adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist to keep the vehicle within its lane at speeds above 60km/h, or under 60km/h if a vehicle is travelling in front.

The system also features traffic jam assist – allowing the adaptive cruise control to re-engage after coming to a complete stop – and an automatic speed limiter.

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Due to the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage, the auto-tilt side mirror function has been deleted from the Exceed and Exceed Tourer.

The updated 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is on sale now, with the first deliveries expected in January.

Our original story, below, has been updated to reflect the new information.

You can see our full first drive and video review of the Outlander PHEV at the link below.

JUMP AHEAD

• Outlander PHEV overview
• Pricing
• Features
• Colours
• Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
• Safety
• Warranty and servicing
• Availability

Pricing and features for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV have been confirmed just over a month before the electrified SUV arrives in dealerships.

Set to add an electrified variant to the existing, combustion engine-powered Outlander's range, the new plug-in hybrid model will aim to put Mitsubishi at the top of Australia's PHEV sales charts, leaning on the success of its outgoing model.

“Mitsubishi is proud of its pioneering plug-in hybrid EV heritage,” said Mitsubishi Motors Australia CEO, Shaun Westcott.

“With all-new Outlander signifying a significant shift in Mitsubishi’s design philosophy, it’s the perfect vehicle with which to showcase our continued leadership in the PHEV drivetrain space.

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Pricing

As expected, the Outlander PHEV commands a hefty sum over its combustion-engine only counterpart, with the electrified model starting out at a $17,600 premium when comparing ES grades, setting the trend for all variants to be over $17,000 more than the standard offering.

Prices exclude on-road costs.

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Features

ES

Aspire

Exceed

Exceed Tourer

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Colours

Metallic paint incurs a $740 premium (excluding Exceed Tourer).

A two-tone finish is standard on the Exceed Tourer, paired with black diamond (with a bronze roof), white diamond, sterling silver or titanium (with a black roof).

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Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy

Powered by a 2.4-litre, Atkinson cycle petrol engine, the combustion unit provides peak power of 98kW (up from 94kW in its predecessor).

It is assisted by a pair of electric motors on the front and rear axles – now producing 85kW and 100kW respectively – for a total system output of 185kW and 450Nm.

While higher outputs usually mean lower range, Mitsubishi has equipped the latest Outlander PHEV with a 20kWh battery pack, increased by 45 per cent over the outgoing model's 13.8kWh pack.

Along with a larger 56-litre fuel tank (up by 11 litres), the Outlander PHEV boasts a combined fuel consumption figure of 1.5L/100km.

The Outlander PHEV is also now able to run for up to 84km in its fully-electric mode on a single charge, 54 per cent longer than the car it replaces.

Three charging modes are available in the Outlander PHEV, depending on what facilities are available to its owners.

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Safety

All grades of the Outlander recently received a five-star ANCAP safety rating, owing to the high level of safety equipment fitted.

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Warranty and servicing

As with the rest of Mitsubishi's model range, the Outlander PHEV is covered by the brand's base five-year/100,000-kilometre warranty, although owners may be eligible for its extended 10-year/200,000-kilometre warranty if all scheduled services have been completed through an authorised dealer.

The PHEV's battery is covered by a separate eight-year/160,000-kilometre warranty which applies regardless of the extended offer.

In addition to this, 10-year capped price servicing is also included as well as one year of roadside assistance as standard, extending to four years when the service schedule is adhered to.

Availability

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is on sale now.