Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 1.5 GL CVT

More About the Outlander Sport

All derivatives in the Outlander Sport portfolio are powered by a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine generating 77 kW and 141 Nm (and familiar from the SA-spec Xpander). A continuously variable transmission (CVT) ships standard (so, there’s no manual available), with drive directed exclusively to the front axle. Mitsubishi Motors SA claims a 0-100 kph time of 13.6 seconds and a maximum speed of 175 kph. Measuring 4 390 mm from nose to tail (with a wheelbase of 2 650 mm), the 5-seater Outlander Sport is around the size of the Toyota Urban Cruiser. Mitsubishi claims a ground clearance of 222 mm, though points out this figure pertains to derivatives fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels. The GL grade includes items such as LED headlamps, 17-inch alloys, electrically adjustable side mirrors, tilt-and-telescopic steering-column adjustment, remote keyless entry, fabric seat upholstery, 40:20:40-split folding (and reclining) rear seats, manual air conditioning, an 8.0-inch infotainment display, a reverse-view camera, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, 4 airbags and hill-start assist. Based on the specification sheet we’ve seen, the GLS trim level adds blind-spot warning (with lane-change assist) and rear cross traffic alert.