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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Service precautions
Adequate care of your vehicle at regular intervals serves to preserve the value
and appearance as long as possible.
Maintenance items as described in this owner’s manual can be performed by the
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Engine specifications
1: Vehicles for Belgium, Norway
2: Vehicles equipped with the high power engine
3: Vehicles equipped with the low power engine ...
Important operation tips for the air conditioning
► Park the vehicle in the shade.
Parking in the hot sun will make the vehicle inside extremely hot, and it will
require more time to cool the interior.
If it is necessary to park in the sun, ...