Mitsubishi Outlander (2006): first official pictures

By Phil McNamara

First Official Pictures

29 September 2006 03:00

Mitsubishi Outlander: the lowdown

Mitsubishi has finally unveiled the European Outlander, 11 months after the seven-seat crossover hit Japanese showrooms. But you'll still have to wait until 1 March 2007 to get your hands on the mid-size SUV. The Outlander is certainly a crossover, combining car-based underpinnings and primarily two-wheel drive with lockable four-wheel drive for when you hit the muddy stuff. Power comes from 2.0- and 2.2-litre turbodiesels, and 2.4-litre and V6 petrols; prices should start around £18,000.

Mitsubishi has spruced up the Outlander for Europe, with a new Mount Fuji grille which adds drama to the Japanese model. Officially this car is a concept, but who are they trying to kid? It could win an award for the least conceptual show car in history. Only the 20inch wheels, funky lower grille, brightwork and paintjob will go AWOL on the production car.

By Phil McNamara