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Score 4.2

TO bring specifications into line with the popular Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid, and give a more luxurious feel, Mitsubishi has tweaked the regular Outlander diesel range and added more equipment. We’re testing the top-spec Outlander 4 2.2-litre diesel automatic, which costs £33,739. 0-60mph the gearbox’s slow shifts held the car back; it took 9.5 seconds at the track.

We found it better to drive smoothly and keep a lid on speed; here the Outlander feels more at home. And at least that strong low-down torque and slow steering make it a decent tow car.