PIMS 2026 | Mitsubishi previews the Outlander PHEV, coming later this year
After many teasers and previews over the past few years, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines has finally confirmed the arrival of its current flagship offering, the Outlander PHEV. This marks the return of the model since it was discontinued a few years ago. It will be launched later this year as part of the brand’s electrification offensive.
The latest Outlander is a premium compact crossover that will go up against the likes of the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail e-Power, Kia Sportage, and Hyundai Tucson, but it separates itself by being a plug-in hybrid (no, the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i doesn’t count).
This powertrain has a 2.4-liter gasoline engine (4B12) that produces 133 horsepower and 195Nm on its own, mated to dual electric motors that make 116 horsepower and 255Nm (front) and 136 horsepower and 195Nm (rear). This also comes with the benefit of Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) and Active Yaw Control (AYC) to improve handling.
A 22.7kWh battery promises around 103km of all-electric range, or a total of up to 690km combined, that supports DC fast charging that will take up to 38 minutes for up to 80%, or 6.5 hours to charge via AC at home, and it also has Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities. (Australian market figures)
This has the latest Dynamic Shield front grille, surrounded by LED headlights and foglights that resemble the Xpander more than the Destinator/Xforce. It rolls on large two-tone aerodynamic 20-inch alloy wheels, with silver roof rails to match, and T-shaped LED taillights flank both ends of the power tailgate.
The cabin comes in light gray leather upholstery for the five seats. The front seats are heated and ventilated, and also have eight-way power adjustments, seat memory, lumbar support, and a panoramic sunroof above.
There are 12.3-inch screens for the digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, a heads-up display, rear sunshades for the rear windows, and tri-zone automatic climate control. You can keep gadgets charged via a wireless charger, four USB-C ports, and even two household power outlets found in the center console and cargo area.
It has a complete suite of advanced driver assistance features, like adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, blind spot warning, lane change and departure assist, front and rear automatic emergency braking, hill start assist, automatic high beams, a driver attention alert, and multiple drive modes.
The previous Outlander PHEV, despite being a bit of a pioneer back then in its segment, didn’t sell that well, being priced close to Php 3-million. With tight competition, incentives, and a growing demand for electrified vehicles, we can only wait and see how Mitsubishi Motors Philippines will price this when it finally launches.
PHOTOS BY SAM SURLA
