Car Show once took 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport introductions at New York Auto Show. Now, it will be available in US with two models, the 2WD ES model and the 4WD SE model.
A variety of attractive offers to consumers other than eye-catching appearance also Outlander offers enthusiast drivers will welcome the opportunity to choose between an available Sportronic ® continuously variable transmission (CVT) with magnesium-alloy steering column mounted paddle shifters or a smooth-shifting 5-speed manual transmission.
Exterior, help give this handsome crossover the best aerodynamic performance in its class and giving the car a fresh and athletic look that truly sets it apart from the rest of the compact crossover segment.
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is available in the U.S. with a 2WD drivetrain (ES model) or in either 2WD or with a driver-selected, electronically-controlled 4WD system (SE model) that is identical to that found in its slightly larger sibling, the Mitsubishi Outlander. And while the 2WD ES model is available with either a 5-speed manual or the Sportronic ® continuously variable transmission (CVT), the 2WD/4WD SE versions come equipped exclusively with the high-tech continuously variable unit.
While the ES includes a long list of standard features and equipment, the more upscale SE edition ups the amenities ante with attractive 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, super-wide beam HID (S-HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windshield wipers, auto on/off headlamps, upgraded interior fabric, one-touch Start/Stop (OSS) engine switch, automatic climate control with pollen filter and the FAST-key passive entry system.
You can check out the full spec of the list below:
- Wheelbase: 105.1 in.
- Length: 169.1 in.
- Height: 64.2 in.
- Width: 69.7 in.
- Engine: DOHC MIVEC 2.0-liter I4
- Horsepower: 148 @ 6,000 rpm (*143-hp with California emissions)
- Torque: 145 lb.-ft. @ 4,200 rpm (*143-lb.-ft with California emissions)
- Transmission: 5-speed manual or Sportronic ® continuously variable transmission (CVT) with steering column mounted paddle shifters
- Dynamics: Anti-Lock Brake System w/ Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) & Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist, Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control Logic (TCL) and Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Wheels: 16 x 6.4 in. (ES) or 18 x 7 in. (SE) aluminum alloy
- Tires: 215/70R16 (E) or 225/55R18 (SE) all-season radials
- Fuel Economy: 31 mpg highway (estimate)
Major Standard Features
- Air conditioning with pollen filter
- FUSE Hands-free Link System™ with USB input jack
- Steering column mounted magnesium alloy paddle shifters (CVT only)
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Chrome grille surround
- Heated outside mirrors
- Advanced front air bag SRS with passenger weight and driver’s seat position sensors, front seat mounted side-impact air bags and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors
- Driver knee airbag
- 60/40 split folding and reclining high-back rear seats
- Remote keyless entry with panic feature
- High-contrast gauge meters with full-color LCD Multi-Information Display
- Rear LED combination tail lamps
- Cruise control with steering-wheel mounted controls
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
- Power door locks and side view mirrors
- Power windows with driver’s one-touch up/down
- Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
- Two 12-volt power outlets
SE adds over ES:
- Super-wide beam High-Intensity-Discharge (S-HID) headlights
- FAST key
- Push button start
- Super HID headlamps w/ Auto-leveling
- Heated front seats (4WD only)
