Mitsubishi to launch all-new Outlander
Mitsubishi Motors SA will launch its new-generation Outlander in the middle of this year.
The seven-seater SUV made its global debut in early 2021 with bold new styling, including the latest incarnation of the brand’s “dynamic shield” front design.
Set to replace the 2.4l all wheel drive Outlander launched here in 2013, it is powered by a new 2.5l fourcylinder engine with drive mode selectors that direct power to the road using a Super All-Wheel Control system.
The new Outlander has a modern new interior with digital instrument cluster and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
Full pricing and specifications will be revealed when the vehicle is launched.
It forms part of a busy rollout of new models for the Japanese brand in 2023, including the Xpander Cross, the more rugged stablemate of the Xpander seven-seater MPV.
Due to arrive before yearend, the Cross retains the versatility of the affordable sevenseat MPV it is based on, but adopts a more rugged look with black wheel arch mouldings, door garnishes and side sills.
Redesigned bumpers with integrated bull bars continue the more masculine design of the Xpander Cross, while roof rails are also fitted.
A new, range-topping Triton limited edition bakkie will be launched in the next few months.
It will boast what Mitsubishi terms a caricature-like exterior cosmetic package and an interior garnished with red accents.
The Mitsubishi Delica D:5 premium SUV is under consideration for SA.
With all-wheel drive and up to eight seats, the 4.8m SUV is capable of taking families on adventure trails.
The iconic Pajero was discontinued in 2021 after a 39year run and no replacement is planned.
The seven-seat Pajero Sport will continue to serve as the brand’s all-terrain SUV.
The brand was being repositioned for a wider audience and would increase its SA network from 41 to 44 dealers, Mitsubishi Motors SA MD Thato Magasa said.
Jeffrey Allison, the company’s marketing manager, said a salesforce retention programme was being implemented to assist with attracting and retaining quality sales people, while Mitsubishi would launch loyalty programmes and initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction.