Mitsubishi Outlander (2006) CAR review

Ah yes, the Outlander, aka the C-Crosser and 4007…

Yes indeed. Mitsubishi’s new Outlander, which arrives in the UK next March, is the perfect example of the interwoven intricacies of the current automotive market. It’s a soft-roader built on a platform jointly developed by Mitsubishi and DaimlerChrysler, powered by a Volkswagen-sourced diesel engine and a petrol unit co-developed with Hyundai, and both PSA Citroen and Peugeot will rebadge the Outlander to create their own versions, the C-Crosser and 4007. Expect a start price around the £19,500 mark for the entry-level Equippe, rising to around £25,000 for the top Elegance model.

It’s a hell of a lot better looking compared to the outgoing model.

True, the Outlander’s predecessor was the wallflower at the soft-roader ball, but the rakish and more aggressive new model should turn more heads. Mitsubishi is hoping for around 5600 sales in the first 12 months – around 10% of the UK’s mid-sized SUV market. That sales target shouldn’t be too difficult to achieve. As usual with Mitsubishi, spec levels will be generous. All models are expected to come with climate control, alloy wheels, traction control, anti-lock brakes, front airbags, a decent stereo and keyless entry.