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 confirmed for Australia
Pricing is up by $1700 to $3000 over the pre-facelifted model, depending on the grade, now starting at $58,990 before on-roads for the entry-level ES, followed by the Aspire ($66,790), Exceed ($71,640) and Exceed Tourer ($74,490). The flagship GSR has been removed from the range, at least for now.
All PHEV variants are AWD as standard, reflecting a price gap of $15,750 across all grades with the base 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine.
Once Australia’s best-selling PHEV by a country mile, the Outlander PHEV has faced fierce competition from Chinese rivals, with the likes of the BYD Sealion 6 priced from $47,990 before on-roads, and the Haval H6 PHEV from $43,490 before on-roads.
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
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2026 Australian pricing
Prices listed are before on-road costs
- ES: $58,990 (+$1700)
- Aspire: $66,790 (+$3000)
- Exceed: $71,640 (+$2350)
- Exceed Tourer: $74,490 (+$2700)
