"Mitsubishi Samurai Outlander" (Mitsubishi Outlander Samurai): specifications, price, reviews (photo)

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Mitsubishi had some difficulties with sales on the Russian market due to the fact that it was delaying the release of new models. After the new Outlander crossover appeared on the market, the Japanese giant has changed. New models began to come out faster, and the quality of cars has become one of the concern's main advantages over competitors.

Updated "Samurai Outlander"

At the end of 2013, the corporation surprised fans with the release of a limited version of its popular SUV called "Samurai Outlander".

Earlier there was information in the media that the company plans to bring the Outlander hybrid model to the Russian market. Its power plant will be a two-liter "four" with a capacity of 134 "horses". The car will be equipped with two electric motors (80 hp for each axle) and a set of lithium-ion batteries. However, the exact timing of the appearance of the model on the Russian market is still kept secret.

Limited Edition

"Samurai" is not at allnew generation of cars. The crossover is just a limited new version of the good old Outlander, which will allow many buyers to get a unique car. Sales of this new product started in 2013. The number of cars for each country is strictly limited. How many of them, in fact, the Japanese do not say. The premiere of the car is connected with the tenth anniversary of its presence on the Russian market. On this occasion, "Outlander" dressed up, embellished and released into the light. The same action will take place in some other states. The presentation of the car in Russia was held with the pomp inherent in the Japanese and turned into a whole show.

Appearance

"Samurai Outlander" has acquired a new shape, when compared with the classic model, namely:

• The shape of the front optics has changed - it has become more expressive.
• Chrome elements added to the exterior.
• Front made in Jet Fighter style.
• The stern is slightly raised above the ground, but more heavy.

The salon has not changed much. Maybe it's good that the designers did not thoroughly redraw the appearance of the car. They just made some inclusions so that you can distinguish the new model from the old one. And it worked out. "Samurai Outlander" looks richer than the classic model.

The car looks quite aggressive design. This is how a real samurai should be. The combination of Fuji Mountain and Jet Fighter styles is immediately felt. Moreit is worth noting the chrome nameplates with the name of this version - "Samurai".

It must be admitted that the appearance of even a traditional SUV is very stylish and modern. But the added touches of famous designers made the Samurai Outlander simply unique. The advantages also include updating the configuration and a lot of technical innovations.

Engine

For the limited version, the company did not develop a new motor. Mitsubishi Outlander Samurai was equipped with the same units as the classic model. Two types of engine are available to buyers: a standard 2.4-liter gasoline engine (167 hp) and a more powerful 3-liter engine (230 hp). The first is sold in three configurations, and the second - in two.

All versions of SUVs are offered with all-wheel drive, as well as with 4WD. It would be strange if the limited anniversary version of the crossover came in a budget configuration. For a model with a power of 167 forces, fuel consumption is about 11 l / 100 km with dynamic driving on the highway and keeping the engine at high speeds. The car is picky about the quality of fuel, so it’s better not to refuel anywhere. The engine has a distributed injection.

automatic transmission

"Mitsubishi Outlander Samurai" of any type is equipped with an automatic transmission. However, they come in two versions:

• For the base motor - continuously variable CVT.
• For more powerful - fullsix-speed automatic.

The quality and reliability of all supplied engines is guaranteed by the company. In addition, they have already been tested on countless classic Outlanders, which have always been considered pretty good cars.

Suspension SUV has not changed. The car goes all the same smoothly, easily eats up all the bumps in the road. All-wheel drive has individual proprietary settings (All-Wheel Control). In this matter, the Japanese have advanced quite far. Not all models of their competitors in the SUV segment can repeat the same as the Outlander on a completely absent asph alt surface. However, on full off-road it will shake a lot.

Set of options

Even the most ordinary basic version has all the technical innovations and settings that have been transferred to the top-end package. The differences lie in the manufacturability and equipment of the cabin, the level of safety and comfort. The base model is far from poor equipment. Among the options offered by the Japanese, you can find the following:

• Airbag Kit, Passive Driving System.
• Active safety systems - braking assistants and assistants for emergencies on the road.
• High quality 16" alloy wheels.
• Fine adjustments and adjustments to the driver's seat.
• Great cruise control.
• Rain and light sensors.
• Audio system with the widest range of features and excellentsound quality.
• Climate control (two-zone).

This list of options is far from complete. It includes only the most significant and outstanding technologies implemented in the basic configuration. The characteristics of the Outlander Samurai have a positive effect on the level of crossover control confidence. The high profile seats and high quality materials allow every passenger to be accommodated with maximum comfort. "Mitsubishi Outlander Samurai" reviews of comfort are extremely positive.

Off-Road Mission

Mitsubishi is making great efforts to raise its cars in the Russian Federation to a completely different level of sales. Now the concern's relatively small model range does not allow it to actively compete for top sales places. However, there is information that in 2014 the entire line of the company should be updated. Perhaps the release of such a car as the Outlander Samurai is just a cunning marketing ploy. Photos of the machine are presented in the article.

At this stage, the concern just wants to attract the attention of buyers, prepare them for future innovations. The described car is capable of performing the following tasks on the market:

• Improve the company's image.
• Increasing brand popularity among Russians.
• Attracting loyal customers.

As a rule, those buyers who change their car with the release of each new model of the company are considered regular customers. Such a clientele is the most valuable for any manufacturer, so limited offers provide an opportunity to test the market. As can be seen from the above, many goals and objectives are planned for the Outlander Samurai. Reviews about the car are already spreading. And this suggests that the mission of the machine has begun to be realized.

Test drive

It turned out that the suspension of the car can cope with any troubles that the testers were not too lazy to put on her shoulders. Even passing through rather serious pits is not able to close the shock absorbers. However, there is no need to talk about the comfort of driving over the terrain of an excessive level of weakness and bumpiness. It's just that 18-inch wheels with low-profile tires are absolutely not designed for this purpose. At some stage, there was a fear that the car would cut off a particularly serious bump with its bumper. However, despite the fact that the Outlander Samurai is compact, its level of geometric cross-country ability is close to the capabilities of full-fledged SUVs. After the car drove off the rough terrain onto a dirt but broken road, the crew felt a real pleasure. Such terrain for the "Outlander" is familiar. In general, the car does its job well.

Conclusions

The car is very interesting. So far, it is impossible to say for sure what effect such a bold project as Outlander Samurai will give. A test drive shows that this is a comfortable high-class car. Nowwe can already state that the SUV was a success. It turned out to be interesting and of high quality. There is no doubt that he will find his buyer. By the way, there is an assumption that the car will eventually become popular in the secondary market, because the limited version is already unusual and interesting in itself. In addition, the crossover has enough pluses.