2014 Mitsubishi Outlander is Official Safety Vehicle of the 2013 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander is "Official Safety Vehicle"

The technologically-advanced safety features found in the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander has made it an excellent choice for the "Official Safety Vehicle" for this year's Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). The Outlander sports Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Mitigation, as well as great interior styling!

The PPIHC is held in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado; it's a unique road course that begins at an elevation of 9,390 feet and finishes at 14,110 feet! The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will also be joining the 2014 Outlander at this year's event as a supplemental safety vehicle; both vehicles that will be in attendance were built specifically for the race.

Want to learn more about the Official Safety Vehicle of the PPIHC? View our 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander inventory here!

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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Receives IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Accolade

The 2013 Outlander Sport did even better than a Top Safety Pick with a Top Safety Pick+ recognition

Only two of 13 small SUVs received the recognition for superb safety by being granted an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award. This is a new award for the IIHS, designated as its highest accolade for vehicles that offer superior crash protection, according to the Mitsubishi press release. Two-thirds of the small SUVs tested alongside the 2013 Outlander Sport were granted a "poor".

If you love the safety features like we do, view our 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport inventory here.

Safety features in the Outlander Sport:

• Advanced front airbags with seat belt-use, passenger-weight and driver's seat position sensors
• Front side-impact airbags and side-impact air curtains with rollover protection
• Driver knee airbag
• Electronically controlled AWC system
• Active Stability Control (ASC)
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Hill Start Assist
• Traction Control Logic (TCL)
• Active front seat headrests
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Three-point seatbelts for all five seating positions
• Engine immobilizer and anti-theft alarm system
• Child-safety rear door locks
• LATCH child safety seat anchors & upper tethers
• Remote fuel lid opener
• Front seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters
• Collapsible steering column and foldaway brake pedal assembly
• Side-impact door beams 

Award information via Mitsubishi Newsroom, safety information and via Mitsubishi Cars

Behind the Wheel of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander

The 2014 Outlander driven:

Automotive.com drove the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander and they have great things to say. According to the reviewers, the Outlander is a perfect vehicle for those with a larger family; the three row seating is perfect for carrying around children, and the $24,000 price tag makes it both practical and affordable.

Exterior restyling was kept to a minimum, but the interior has both upgraded technology and safety features. The two the reviewers sampled were the SE and GT trim levels; the SE has a 6.1-inch touch-screen display with navigation; the GT's screen was a 7-inch. There's a Lane Departure System that can be turned on or off, and everything was within an easy arms length.

The 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander was praised for its comfortable seats, and the third row seats can be folded down if needed for extra cargo space. The third row seats are specifically designed for children, accommodating a family well.

"SUVs with three rows of seating are a rare breed. SUVs with three rows of seating and a starting price tag of $24,000 are almost non-existent," wrote the Automotive.com reviewer. The 2014 Outlander is also backed by its 10-year/100-mile powertrain warranty and five years of roadside assistance.

The 2014 Outlander hasn't reached dealerships just yet, but is expected to this summer. If you like to see our current inventory, view our 2013 Outlander inventory here! We'll keep you posted when we know an exact date, and in the meantime, happy driving!


Review via Automobile.com, all images via Mitsubishi

The Future of Charging Electric Vehicles: Wireless?

Mitsubishi currently researching ways to make a wireless EV charger

Those who are in the market or have done research on Electric Vehicles (EVs) have undoubtedly ran into the question of charging and range. How long will this vehicle run for without a charge? How long must you charge it? All of these are legitimate questions for those in the market for an EV. Well, Mitsubishi is working on a better solution; a technology that would charge EVs with wireless remote charging. This technology would not only allow an EV to have an infinite driving range, but could also potentially be able to keep gadgets (phones, tablets, computers, etc.) powered up indefinitely.

This is a great direction for Mitsubishi and Electric Vehicles in general! Take a look at our inventory of Mitsubishi's EV, the i-MiEV here!


All information and image via Slash Gear

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Wins "Best All-Around Performance"

The Automotive Science Group awards the 2013 Outlander Sport with the Best All-Around Performance Award

"Best overall performance amongst all model year 2013 crossover SUVs sold in the U.S. market" recently went to the Outlander Sport; this is the highest honor given by the Automotive Science Group (ASG). The ASG is a consumer product rating website that helps potential customers look more closely at the real value of vehicles in the automotive marketplace.

Starting at just $19,170, the 2013 Outlander Sport has already been named a 2013 IIHS Top Safety pick, is the best-selling Mitsubishi vehicle this year, and was awarded the Kelley Blue Book's 5-Year Cost to Own Award. Seating five comfortably, the Outlander Sport is powered by a 148 hp, 4-cylinder engine, and is equipped with Electric Power Steering and a high-efficiency alternator, helping it achieve 24 mpg city/ 31 mpg highway. Available on the Outlander Sport is a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), a panoramic glass roof, Rockford-Fosgate premium audio system and a 40GB HDD navigation system with real-time traffic and music.

If you'd like to see our selection of the vehicle with the Best All-Around Performance, take a look at our 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport inventory here!


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The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport are Named IIHS Top Safety Picks

Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander Sport pair for IIHS Top Safety Pick

The Mitsubishi Lancer joins the "elite group of 2013 model vehicles that meet the Insurance Institute's rigid vehicle crash test criteria in order to be called an 'IIHS Top Safety Pick'" for the sixth year in a row. The 2013 Outlander Sport joins that group for the second year running.

To view our "elite" and safe models, please see our 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2013 Outlander Sport inventory here.

All information and images via Mitsubishi Motors

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