2009 Mitsubishi Outlander Review
Halfway through this review, I realized I was convincing myself — one paragraph at a time — that I actually don't like the Mitsubishi Outlander, so I had to reverse course. See, the utilitarian in me wanted to give the crossover a thumbs-up. It's strong on all the practical fronts a family-minded shopper ought to weigh: cargo and seating versatility, reliability, safety, gas mileage and overall value. But so are a number of prominent competitors, and it's when you compare the Outlander with those vehicles that you realize you're left with a car that's far less refined than it ought to be. As a utility vehicle, the Outlander gets the job done. As something you and your family can enjoy day in and day out, it may not be the best choice.
The five- or seven-seat Outlander comes in front- or all-wheel drive (click here to compare it with the 2008 Outlander). Trim levels include the four-cylinder ES and SE, and the V-6 XLE. Last year's LS trim is gone. I drove an all-wheel-drive SE, but I've also driven a V-6 version, a couple years back.
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To listen to a CD
1. Insert disc with label facing up.
When a disc is inserted, the CD indicator (16) will come on and the CD player
will begin playing even if the radio is being used.
The CD player will also start ...
Fluid type
Use brake fluid conforming to DOT3 or DOT4 from a sealed container. The brake
fluid is hygroscopic.
Too much moisture in the brake fluid will adversely affect the brake system and
clutch system, ...
Bonnet
To open
1. Pull the release lever towards you to unlock the bonnet.
2. Raise the bonnet while pressing the safety lock.
NOTE
• Only open the bonnet when the wipers are in the parked positio ...