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How the Outlander family tackles winter

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the inevitability that winter is once again upon us. And while Canadians are a hardy lot, the harsh climate is something we need to prepare for when it comes to safety and comfort, especially on the road. If you’ve lived through even one winter here, you’ll know that’s not easy.

But if you own a Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander PHEV, you’ve got a great head start on ol’ Jack Frost. The three-row SUVs are packed with features specifically to make winter driving safer, with other amenities that help take the chill out of the colder months of the year.

Keeping you safe: Super All-Wheel Control

First and foremost is Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control or S-AWC. Considered one of the best all-wheel-drive systems in the business, S-AWC has three elements: not only does it control wheel torque from front to back, but it also employs Active Yaw Control to control torque distribution from side to side; the four-wheel antilock brake control works in tandem with the whole system to keep things stable and controlled when stopping. A multitude of sensors detects wheel slip and directs the system to adjust accordingly for maximum traction. The Outlander’s system is mechanical, while the PHEV system uses twin electric motors for power.

S-AWC also features driver-selectable modes for even more control. Both vehicles offer a Snow mode, which adjusts the sensors and vehicle responses (such as gear changes and throttle inputs) to ensure the vehicle will respond even more quickly to slippery surfaces. Of course, remember that no matter how the system works, a good set of winter tires is a necessity for any vehicle when the temperature drops.

Keeping you safe: Super All-Wheel Control

First and foremost is Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control or S-AWC. Considered one of the best all-wheel-drive systems in the business, S-AWC has three elements: not only does it control wheel torque from front to back, but it also employs Active Yaw Control to control torque distribution from side to side; the four-wheel antilock brake control works in tandem with the whole system to keep things stable and controlled when stopping. A multitude of sensors detects wheel slip and directs the system to adjust accordingly for maximum traction. The Outlander’s system is mechanical, while the PHEV system uses twin electric motors for power.

S-AWC also features driver-selectable modes for even more control. Both vehicles offer a Snow mode, which adjusts the sensors and vehicle responses (such as gear changes and throttle inputs) to ensure the vehicle will respond even more quickly to slippery surfaces. Of course, remember that no matter how the system works, a good set of winter tires is a necessity for any vehicle when the temperature drops.

Keeping you safe: Maximum visibility

Snow and ice accumulation can severely reduce a driver’s visibility, but every Outlander and Outlander PHEV model features systems designed to help a driver see the road better both day and night. These systems include:

  • Headlight Washers
  • Heated Power Folding Side View Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signal Light
  • Rear Window Defroster with Intermittent Wiper
  • Windshield Wiper De-Icer

Keeping you safe: Maximum visibility

Snow and ice accumulation can severely reduce a driver’s visibility, but every Outlander and Outlander PHEV model features systems designed to help a driver see the road better both day and night. These systems include:

  • Headlight Washers
  • Heated Power Folding Side View Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signal Light
  • Rear Window Defroster with Intermittent Wiper
  • Windshield Wiper De-Icer

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Keeping you comfortable

It’s difficult to get comfortable when the temperature dips below zero, but the Outlander and Outlander PHEV have plenty of features to help keep you warm. In fact, even the base models offer these luxury touches meant to make winter more bearable.

Multi-zone climate control

The base ES S-AWC models feature dual-zone climate control, while the higher trims feature three-zone control to give folks in the back seats their own HVAC adjustments.

Heated seats

Base models get front heated seats, while SEL S-AWC and higher trims give the second-row passengers the option to warm their tushes, too.

Heated steering wheel

Even through gloves, a cold steering wheel is a shock to the system. Once you try the available heated steering wheel, you’ll never want to go back.

1,500-watt power supply

Wait, how does the standard 1,500 W, 120V outlet, found in the rear cargo area of the Outlander PHEV, help with winter? The answer will come quickly at the frozen pond, where you’re handing out hot chocolates you made with a kettle to chilly skaters. You’re welcome.

A PHEV bonus

The Outlander PHEV has its own feature to make winter more comfortable. With the Mitsubishi Connect mobile app, you can pre-heat the cabin from the comfort of your home, so your vehicle is toasty warm before you even get in. And because it’s electric, you can even do it while it’s in a garage. In fact, you can schedule it to pre-heat so it’s ready every morning for your daily commute.

Canadian drivers often don’t think of cold-weather preparation until the first snowfall. With the Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV, you’ll be ready for anything winter brings.

Keeping you comfortable

It’s difficult to get comfortable when the temperature dips below zero, but the Outlander and Outlander PHEV have plenty of features to help keep you warm. In fact, even the base models offer these luxury touches meant to make winter more bearable.

Multi-zone climate control

The base ES S-AWC models feature dual-zone climate control, while the higher trims feature three-zone control to give folks in the back seats their own HVAC adjustments.

Heated seats

Base models get front heated seats, while SEL S-AWC and higher trims give the second-row passengers the option to warm their tushes, too.

Heated steering wheel

Even through gloves, a cold steering wheel is a shock to the system. Once you try the available heated steering wheel, you’ll never want to go back.

1,500-watt power supply

Wait, how does the standard 1,500 W, 120V outlet, found in the rear cargo area of the Outlander PHEV, help with winter? The answer will come quickly at the frozen pond, where you’re handing out hot chocolates you made with a kettle to chilly skaters. You’re welcome.

A PHEV bonus

The Outlander PHEV has its own feature to make winter more comfortable. With the Mitsubishi Connect mobile app, you can pre-heat the cabin from the comfort of your home, so your vehicle is toasty warm before you even get in. And because it’s electric, you can even do it while it’s in a garage. In fact, you can schedule it to pre-heat so it’s ready every morning for your daily commute.

Canadian drivers often don’t think of cold-weather preparation until the first snowfall. With the Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV, you’ll be ready for anything winter brings.

Your estimated annual cost of fuel is
$
1,917
(based on combined fuel economy)
How many kilometres do you drive in a year?
20000KM
1,000KM
200,000KM
Fuel cost in cents/litre
Fuel economy with gas only
Hwy
6.4
L/100km
City
5.7
L/100km
With gas and electric motors combined
Combined
6.0
L/100km