Ride & Handling
The Outlander's steering response is one of its best attributes. The wheel has a nice weight to it — heavy enough, without being a chore to turn — and the Outlander reacts quickly to steering-wheel adjustments. The overall setup is among the best in the small-crossover segment.
Less appealing is the Outlander's ride quality. The suspension is pretty successful at limiting body roll when cornering, but you pay for it when the road gets rough.
From the driver's seat, it doesn't feel like the suspension provides a whole lot of bump absorption — especially when you hit large ones, which really jostle the cabin — and there's also quite a bit of suspension noise. A little more damping would definitely be appreciated, but the Outlander cruises smoothly on relatively decent roads. In this class, a little extra ride comfort would more than make up for any loss in handling capability.
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LW/MW/FM digital tuning radio with CD player
The audio system can only be used when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position.
Note
► When listening to the audio system while the engine is not running, be sure
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Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system
This paragraph summarizes the major items of the Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system
such as the characteristics, operating procedures, etc. For details, refer to “Auto
Stop & Go (AS&G) ...
Uphill/downhill driving
DRIVING UPHILL
The Twin Clutch SST may not upshift to a higher shift position if the computer
determines the current speed cannot be maintained once a higher shift position is
engaged.
For smoot ...