2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Scores Impressive "5-Year Cost to Own Award" from Kelley Blue Book

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander wins prestigious award for low ownership costs

Kelley Blue Book's (KBB) 5-Year Cost to Own Award is a coveted award because of its obvious value to for customers. It's presented to a certain number of vehicles and brands with the lowest projected cost of ownership. The cost is calculated based on extensive data that's put together for new cars for an initial five-year ownership period. Consideration is put on projected fuel costs, maintenance and repair costs, finance, insurance and state fees, as well as vehicle depreciation.

This award is given to help customers make more informed decisions when purchasing a new vehicle; it helps break down typical ownership costs. The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander took home the award in the Mid-Size SUV/Crossover division.

"This honor represents not only an exceptional achievement for all of our engineering, research and development teams but, most importantly, it translates into significant cost savings and worry-free operation for all Mitsubishi Outlander owners," said Mitsubishi Motors North America President and CEO Yoichi Yokozawa.

Congratulations to the Outlander! Be sure to check our 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander inventory here.


All information, quotes and details of KBB's award system via Misubishi Motors' Online Newsroom

"Mitsubishi Lancer SE Designed for 'Snowbelt States'"

We just saw this great review on the Mitsubishi Lancer SE, that coins it as a car that's designed for Snowbelt states. Sally Miller Wyatt of The Reporter gives great information on why the Lancer is a great car to drive if you're someone who lives in an area with tough road conditions - like us!

Wyatt writes that it's fuel efficient, stylish, zippy, "perfect for commuters or parents who spend just as much time on the road shuttling children from school to after-school activities as they do getting to and from work."

The specific Lancer they reviewed is the SE, which has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). It has Mitsubishi's All-Wheel Control all-wheel drive system, as well as heated front seats, heated side mirrors, 16-inch alloy wheels and chrome accents.

A Deluxe Package adds FUSE HandsFree Link System, sunroof, an extra two speakers and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, as well as an optional Navigation Package.

"Behind the wheel, I found a simple and uncomplicated dashboard, comfortable seats and very good visibility. On the road, I found the car handled very well, offered virtually no road noise at freeway speed, and had a good amount of room for rear seat outboard passengers," wrote Wyatt.

She adds that overall the Mitsubishi Lancer is a nice-looking, mid-sized sedan with spunk, and is a good size for a small family.

We've probably made it past the worst of the snow this year, but who can be sure? Plus, there's always another Vermont winter coming at us next year :) Take a look at our 2013 Mitusbishi Lancer inventory here.

All information via The Reporter, images via Mitsubishi

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 4WD: Driven Review

Stu Wright of the Northern Colorado Gazette had the pleasure of using a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport for a week and recently published his review. Here's what he had to say:

His favorite parts of the car were its styling, nimble handling and comfortable back cloth bucket seats. The total MSRP of his Outlander Sport was $28,570, which included delivery ($825), a premium package ($2,050) and navigation system ($2,000). The premium items he had were a panoramic glass roof with LED mood lighting, roof rails, backup camera and a nine-speaker stereo with a ten-inch subwoofer. Also included on the Outlander Sport are heated seats, satellite radio, automatic climate control, proximity key arrangement with push-to-start ignition and a console-mounted emergency brake.

The Outlander Sport has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) equipped with wheel-mounted paddle shifters. 4WD can be selected at any time using an easy button mounted on the console. The crossover also has 18-inch alloy, eight-spoke wheels, a spoiler, a chrome exhaust finisher and dual fog lights.

"Mitsubishi has managed to put together a vehicle worthy of respect with their Outlander Sport SE," Wright said.

Good news is, we have a bunch in stock! Be sure to check out our 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport inventory here.


All information via the Northern Colorado Gazette, photos via Mitsubishi