Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV specifications confirmed! More EV range and Yamaha stereo for hybrid midsize SUV

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Mitsubishi has detailed the specifications for the facelifted Outlander PHEV with electric-only driving range now boosted to 86km (WLTP).

The core, petrol-only Outlander range was updated earlier this year, with similar spec changes such as the addition of a Yamaha stereo to top-spec trims and an Australian-specific suspension tune, said to improve the dynamics and comfort.

Pricing won’t be released until closer to the PHEV’s local release in the first quarter of 2026, but the line-up continues to include the ES, Aspire, Exceed and Exceed Tourer.

The previous ES PHEV started at $57,290 before on-roads, climbing to $71,790 for the Exceed Tourer. Expect these figures to increase slightly.

No mention of the range-topping ‘GSR’ PHEV was made in the initial release but it’s expected to make a return in the future.

Bigger battery and more range

With cut-priced competition such as the GWM Haval H6 PHEV and Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV, claiming 95 and 106km respectively according to the generous NEDC testing standard, Mitsubishi has looked to bolster the Outlander PHEVs previous 84km claim – also according to NEDC.

Now held accountable by the more stringent WLTP standard, the predicted range figure has grown to 86km, courtesy of a larger 22.7kWh battery pack.

It’s a figure that falls slightly short of the incoming Toyota RAV4 PHEV – expected to pack around 100km – and the Skoda Kodiaq PHEV with a WLTP range of 112km.

Quieter and better to drive

Chasing Cars will conduct a full review when the model arrives to draw our own conclusions but Mitsubishi says it has improved the overall noise vibration and harshness levels (NVH) by fitting a new steel bonnet and front fenders, among other changes.

Along with a new steering and suspension tune, Mitsubishi has fitted summer-specific Bridgestone tyres said to improve driving engagement and lower noise levels.

The plug-in drivetrain continues to use 2.4-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to a twin-motor AWD setup. Combined outputs are expected to rise above the previous 185kW/450Nm but full Aussie specs are yet to be confirmed.

Outlander PHEV grade-by-grade:

The ES now features a 12.3-inch multimedia display with an eight-speaker Yamaha sound system said to boost audio quality over the previous unnamed stock unit. 

A stricter driver monitoring system and speed limit detection has also been introduced to help update its five-star ANCAP score, along with other incremental improvements to restraints and airbag performance.

Other standard feature highlights include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• LED tail-lights
• Black cloth upholstery
• LED interior lighting
• 360-degree camera
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Blind spot monitoring
• Lane departure prevention

Now fitted with seven seats, rather than five, the Aspire adds the following:

• 20-inch wheels
• Slide and recline manual seat adjuster
• Black Granlux and PVC upholstery
• Heated front seats 
• Heated steering wheel
• Wireless phone charger
• Lane keep assist
• Touch sensor steering vibration
• Low-speed adaptive cruise control

The new Exceed adds the following:

• Black of grey leather upholstery
• Ventilated front seats
• Frameless rear-view mirror w/digital monitor
• Aluminium finish for the pedals

The now flagship Exceed Tourer adds:

• 12-speaker Yamaha sound system
• Brick Brown semi-aniline premium leather upholstery
• Massage function for the front seats