Mitsubishi is capitalizing on the acclaim surrounding one of its most successful vehicles of the 21st century: the Outlander. While it may not boast the storied legacy of the Lancer Evolution or embody the spirit of Ralliart, the Outlander has established itself as a reliable family crossover, particularly since the introduction of its latest generation in 2022.

In a bid to enhance its winning formula, Mitsubishi is unveiling a refreshed Outlander, featuring notable improvements for both the interior and the audiophile crowd. This upgraded model, built on the same platform as the Nissan Rogue, is distinguishing itself further with uniquely tailored features designed to stand apart from its sibling.

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Yamaha’s Major Audio Upgrade

Mitsubishi is joining forces with Yamaha, the renowned sound equipment manufacturer, to elevate the auditory experience in the 2025 Outlander. The automaker has announced that its latest model will feature a significantly upgraded audio system across all trim levels—the first of its kind designed specifically for a North American vehicle, according to Mitsubishi. This system is complemented by the inclusion of SiriusXM’s 360L, an on-demand satellite streaming service.

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A Cabin that Stands Out

While the Outlander shares many components with its Nissan counterpart, the interior design tells a different story. The upcoming model boasts a more prominent display integrated into the center console, along with various refinements aimed at enhancing overall comfort. Additionally, Mitsubishi will offer a range of new interior color schemes, allowing for greater personalization.

The Yamaha sound system will feature a unique speaker grille design that adds a distinctive touch to the audio upgrade. Furthermore, the 2025 model introduces ventilated seats—an amenity not available in the Nissan Rogue, even in its highest Platinum trim.

Key Features and Safety Innovations

The 2024 Outlander will continue to come standard with front-wheel drive, while Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control (AWD) system will be available as an option, though it remains to be seen if AWD will become standard for the 2025 model. An excellent array of safety features will also be part of the package for the upcoming year, including blind-spot warning, lane-departure alert, lane-change assist, and driver attention monitoring.

Options will include a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and traffic sign recognition—many of which are anticipated to carry over into the 2025 model year. Mitsubishi has committed to addressing existing customer concerns, incorporating their feedback into both design and performance enhancements for on- and off-road driving.

Looking Ahead

While Mitsubishi has yet to disclose detailed changes regarding the exterior styling, most industry observers expect any modifications to be modest—a simple facelift rather than a complete overhaul of the crossover that has graced the market for several years. Eager to place the 2025 Outlander into the hands of consumers, Mitsubishi targets a dealership launch aligned with its full reveal on February 24.

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Source:www.autoblog.com