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“The appeal of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is not only the “”peace of mind of having an engine”” [Response EV/PHEV Test Ride] June 1, 2022 (Wed.) 12:24 PM
Response readers-only EV/PHEV test-ride event”” held at Ariake Garden (Koto-ku, Tokyo)

“”Response Readers’ Limited EV/PHEV Test Ride”” at Ariake Garden (Koto-ku, Tokyo) Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Response Readers’ Limited EV/PHEV Test Ride)Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The “”Response Readers Only EV/PHEV Test Ride Event”” was held for the first time on May 14 at Ariake Garden (Koto-ku, Tokyo). Among the latest electric vehicles on display, the Mitsubishi Motors Outlander PHEV was the only PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) among the test rides.

The Outlander PHEV has been a hit model for Mitsubishi for quite some time, and the attention of the participants was no less than that of BEVs such as the Toyota bZ4X, BMW iX, and Tesla Model 3.

Outlander PHEV””: a sense of security in the presence of an engine
One of the most common comments we heard at the event was that people are comfortable with the fact that PHEVs are powered by engines. Many people said that even if they will eventually switch to an electric vehicle, they are concerned about the number and capacity of recharging facilities at this time, and are reluctant to purchase an EV, especially when considering long-distance driving.

In addition, many of them were concerned about the difficulty of installing recharging facilities in housing complexes. The fact that a significant number of visitors who were considering purchasing an electric vehicle cited PHEVs as a realistic option may be a natural consequence of the inadequate recharging infrastructure.

However, the Outlander PHEV was by no means popular solely on the basis of a process of elimination. Some EV owners among those who test drove the car said it was so quiet that they could not tell the difference between the engine and motor. In addition to the smoothness of the ride and the moist ride, some participants also appreciated the three rows of seats and the luxurious interior that resembles an imported car even though it is a domestic car.

Many of the general public who passed by the exhibition site were also neighborhood residents walking with their dogs, who found the Outlander, a large SUV with plenty of interior space, attractive. The dog-loving participants cited the ample amount of electricity available even when using the air conditioner when parked as an attractive feature of electric vehicles, and the PHEV’s ability to supplement charging with the engine may be reassuring in this regard as well.”

“Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV’s “”evolution”” points carefully…Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: Technologies for People and Vehicles2022.

Body framework of the Outlander PHEV with increased battery capacity and enhanced EV driving Body of the Outlander PHEV Door panels, etc.
Mitsubishi Motors, which exhibited at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2022, focused its technical exhibit on the new Outlander PHEV. Explanation staff were stationed to explain the various technologies, and a handset and tablet were set up in front of the poster display.

By picking up the phone, visitors could connect with engineers and developers waiting in their offices and ask questions via videophone on their tablets. Suppliers are the stars of the show, and even OEMs do not have huge booths. Since this is a technical event, they can pinpoint their products and technologies. Conversely, it is difficult to have an exhaustive exhibition of many products and technologies and a large number of staff on hand to explain them.

MMC’s remote staff may be a good idea, as they can communicate directly with engineers on site.

The actual points of explanation are the evolved points of the Outlander PHEV’s predecessor and new model. The battery has been expanded from 300V 13.8kWh to 350V 20kW. The increase is approximately 44% more power. The increase in volume was made possible by changing the cells from square to thin laminated cells and widening the width of the pack shape from long to wide. The thickness of the pack itself was also reduced to 90mm.

The battery temperature management system has also evolved. The previous generation was air-cooled by a fan, but the new system uses a heat sink cooled by a refrigerant. The elimination of the fan has also led to a larger pack size. The increased capacity of the temperature management system also further reduces battery deterioration due to charging and discharging.

Along with the increased battery capacity, the control of the inverter and battery power management unit has also been changed. In order to increase fuel economy and cruising range, and to make driving smoother, the control system is designed to increase EV driving as much as possible.

The electronically controlled S-AWC enables finer attitude control by expanding the EV driving range.

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“Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Technology to be Introduced at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2022May 23, 2022 4:30 PM

Mitsubishi Outlander Online Exhibition Image
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will be exhibiting at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2022 to be held at Pacifico Yokohama from May 25 to 27, introducing new technologies incorporated in the Outlander.

In addition to the real exhibition, an online exhibition, “”Automotive Engineering Exposition 2022 ONLINE STAGE 1,”” will be held until May 31. The theme of the exhibition is “”Paving the Way to Carbon Neutrality.　The theme of the exhibition is “”The Road to Carbon Neutrality,”” and it will be held under the theme of hybrids.

Mitsubishi Motors introduced the Outlander’s unique technologies, including the eco-friendly Plug-in Hybrid EV (PHEV) system, the “”S-AWC”” integrated vehicle dynamics control system that provides safe, reliable and enjoyable driving, a new platform, the first PHEV from Mitsubishi Motors with three rows of seating for seven people, and advanced safety equipment. Mitsubishi Motors will also introduce its new platform, the first three-row, seven-passenger PHEV packaging, and advanced safety equipment.

Mitsubishi Motors’ exhibits will cover five categories: “”New Generation PHEV System,”” “”Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control System S-AWC,”” “”New Platform,”” “”Packaging,”” and “”Advanced Safety Equipment. At the real exhibition booths, visitors will be able to see actual vehicles and listen to easy-to-understand explanations centered on technical posters and online explainers. At the online exhibition, in addition to explanatory videos of each technology, developers will deliver explanatory videos in which they talk about their thoughts through driving images and data. In addition, a digital PHEV system that can be freely rotated, enlarged, and reduced using 3D data of the PHEV system will be exhibited.

New Generation PHEV System
PHEV components have been renewed to extend the EV cruising range from the previous model and improve EV-like acceleration. The output of the front and rear motors and drive battery has been increased by approximately 40% to expand the EV driving range. The front motor and generator have been optimized in terms of magnet layout and windings, and the latest technology has been introduced, including an oil cooling system with high cooling efficiency. The maximum output was significantly increased from 60kW to 85kW, and the maximum torque from 137Nm to 255Nm.

The power drive unit that controls the front motor has a new voltage boosting function that increases the voltage supplied to the front motor, thereby increasing its driving power. The rear motor has a square cross-section coil on the stator side to increase the winding density, and the maximum output has been increased from 70kW to 100kW. The drive battery has been increased to a total capacity of 20kWh, and the equivalent EV driving range (equivalent EV range) is 87km (WLTC mode).

In the transaxle, the strength and durability of the shaft and pinion of the differential gear have been improved in line with the higher output of the motor and engine. In addition, dedicated gears were installed in the power generation path to the generator and in the drive path to the axle to optimize the gear ratio, thereby improving both power generation efficiency and fuel economy. The gasoline tank capacity has also been increased, greatly extending the total cruising range for a combination of EV and hybrid driving.

Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control System “”S-AWC
The increased motor output expands the control range of front/rear driving force distribution, resulting in greatly improved driving performance in various weather conditions and on various road surfaces. A new brake AYC (Active Yaw Control) function has also been added to the rear wheel side. This enables a smaller braking force per wheel per tire, making it possible for AYC to be more effective on slippery road surfaces. Seven drive modes are available to select vehicle dynamics optimized for various road conditions and driving styles. The mode can be selected using a dial-type mode selector on the floor console.

Newly developed platform
The newly developed platform and the highly rigid RISE collision safety reinforced body realize a high level of safety and handling stability. Front body rigidity and torsional rigidity have been significantly increased, contributing greatly to improved handling stability. MMC’s first hot-stamped ultra-high tensile strength steel sheet (1470 MPa), which exceeds the strength of conventional steel sheet, is used around the cabin to create a highly resistant cabin structure with minimal deformation.

Packaging that realizes three-row, seven-passenger seating for the first time among Mitsubishi Motors’ PHEVs.
By integrating the rear motor and control unit, the floor space required for a third seat is secured, enabling a seven-seat layout. At the same time, the unit is mounted outside the cabin to shut out high-frequency noise and achieve a high level of quietness.

Advanced safety equipment
MI-PILOT (with Navi Link function), an advanced highway same-lane driving support function, is installed. This control, which integrates the radar cruise control system [ACC] and lane keeping assist function [LKA], supports driving by keeping the distance between vehicles and the center of the lane. In addition, the system recognizes speed signs and automatically switches speed settings. It also uses map information provided by the Navi Link function to automatically adjust the vehicle speed to an appropriate level at highway curves and junctions. Even in traffic jams, the system automatically starts up within about 30 seconds after stopping, thereby reducing fatigue during long-distance driving on expressways and in traffic jams. By coordinating information obtained from various sensors, the accuracy of driving support has been improved and the support functions expanded.”

“New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV to Expand EV Mode Range…To be Launched in the U.S. in the Second Half of 2022
Larger gasoline tank expands cruising range when used with engine

Latest twin-motor 4WD system
New generation “”Dynamic Shield”” introduced

Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Mitsubishi Motors’ U.S. division unveiled the U.S. version of the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV at the Twin Cities Auto Show that opened in Minnesota on May 14.

◆Larger gasoline tank expands cruising range when used with engine
The new Outlander is said to feature the premium quality, tough performance and innovative technology expected from Mitsubishi Motors, in addition to the company’s new design direction.

Positioned as Mitsubishi Motors’ flagship, it is the most fully equipped vehicle the company has ever developed, the company boasts. The new Outlander PHEV has a larger battery storage capacity, which extends the EV mode cruising range. The larger gasoline tank also extends the cruising range when the engine is used together.

The engineering base has also been renewed. It uses a platform newly developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. It uses Mitsubishi’s unique “”S-AWC”” system derived from Rallye.

◆The latest twin-motor 4WD system
The new Outlander PHEV adopts the latest twin-motor 4WD system with one drive motor in each of the front and rear. The motors are more powerful than those of the previous model, and the system takes advantage of the motors’ high responsiveness and the ability to control the front and rear motors with high precision to optimally distribute the driving force to the front and rear wheels according to road surface conditions and driving conditions. This is combined with S-AWC, an integrated vehicle dynamics control system, to achieve the best possible driving performance in terms of running, turning, and stopping.

S-AWC stands for “”Super All Wheel Control. In addition to Active Stability Control (ASC) and ABS, S-AWC integrates Active Yaw Control (AYC), which uses the brakes to control the left and right wheels, with Mitsubishi Motors’ proprietary four-wheel control technology. The latest S-AWC adds brake control of the left and right wheels to the rear wheels as well, whereas previously only the front wheels were controlled. This reduces the load on the front wheels more than before and enables the four wheels to draw out their tire capacity in a balanced manner.

In addition, seven different drive modes are available, which can be selected according to road conditions and driving style. The “”NORMAL mode”” is the basic mode, which is optimal for normal driving on paved roads, while the “”GRAVEL mode”” balances maneuverability and drivability on unpaved or wet paved roads, and the “”SNOW mode”” stabilizes vehicle behavior on slippery surfaces such as snowy roads. In addition to the “”GRAVEL mode,”” which offers a balanced driving performance on slippery roads such as snowy roads, and the “”SNOW mode,”” which stabilizes the vehicle’s behavior on slippery roads such as snowy roads, the “”POWER mode”” is for when powerful acceleration is required, and the “”ECO mode”” is environmentally friendly and economical.

◆Introduction of the new generation “”Dynamic Shield
The concept of the new model is “”majestic””. Based on this, it is said to be a reliable SUV with significantly upgraded styling, road performance and high quality. With the launch of the new Outlander, Mitsubishi Motors aims first to increase sales in the North American market and then to achieve global growth.

The new Outlander is the fourth generation model. The exterior features muscular fenders, bold proportions, and 18-inch aluminum wheels (20-inch wheels are optional). The brand’s new generation “”Dynamic Shield”” front mask and new design language were also first introduced on the new Outlander.

Body dimensions are 4710 mm long, 1862 mm wide, 1748 mm high, and 2706 mm wheelbase, making it 15 mm longer, 51 mm wider, and 38 mm taller than the previous model. The wheelbase is 36 mm longer.

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“A few months later than Japan…?”” New SUV “”Outlander PHEV”” 2023 Specification Unveiled for the First Time in the U.S.! To be launched locally in the second half of 2023

New Outlander PHEV Combines Mitsubishi’s Electric Vehicle Technologies
　Mitsubishi’s U.S. subsidiary has unveiled the Outlander PHEV (2023 model year), a plug-in hybrid version of the Outlander, at the Twin Cities Auto Show 2022 (May 14-22) in Minnesota.

Launched in the U.S. a few months later than Japan…? What is the new “”Outlander PHEV”” like? Mitsubishi’s latest SUV in 28 images.

　In the U.S., the 2023 Outlander PHEV has been announced for release in late 2022.

　The current Outlander is Mitsubishi’s flagship SUV, equivalent to the fourth generation globally (the first generation was sold in Japan as the Airtrek).

　The current Outlander, a gasoline-powered model, went on sale in the U.S., Canada, and other markets in April 2021 ahead of other markets, while the current Outlander PHEV, a plug-in hybrid model, went on sale in Japan in December 2021 (the gasoline model has not been introduced).

　It was also launched in New Zealand in March 2022, and the current Outlander PHEV will be introduced in the U.S. later in these countries.

　The 2023 Outlander PHEV is the result of Mitsubishi’s expertise in electric vehicles.

　It is equipped with a twin-motor 4WD system consisting of front and rear motors with increased output, and Mitsubishi’s unique S-AWC integrated vehicle dynamics control system as standard equipment. 7 drive modes are available to ensure a safe and comfortable drive regardless of road conditions.

　The Outlander PHEV is also the first Outlander PHEV with a third-row seat.

　Mark Chaffin, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA), commented on the current Outlander gasoline model, which is already on the market, saying, “”Despite facing global supply shortages, the Outlander is hitting home runs, setting new sales records every month.

　And of the 2023 Outlander PHEV, which will be introduced in the second half of 2022, he said, “”When it goes on sale in the U.S., the car will take its place as Mitsubishi’s flagship model.

　It will be the most advanced and best equipped vehicle ever sold. It is the perfect combination of a quiet, clean EV with the range and ease of refueling of a gasoline-powered vehicle.”