Overview & Reviews

Mitsubishi has replaced the Outlander's XLS trim level with a new Special Edition (SE) trim. The SE has the same content as the former XLS but gains a few extra pieces of flashy exterior trim. The rest of the Outlander is unchanged for 2006, save for the addition of standard side airbags and antilock brakes to all models, as well as standard automatic climate control for the Limited trim.

• Roomy and functional interior, comfortable ride, peppy around town, solid handling, standard ABS.

• Could use some more power, less cargo capacity than competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Nice Truck - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By WHW - November 24 - 6:53 am

  The 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is a good, dependable, affordable alternative to larger SUVs. I very much like and enjoy driving this vehicle. Ive always had larger SUVs but got tired of the gas prices and vehicle costs associated with them. The Outlander handles, rides, and performs very well for the price. Its worth looking into if you, as well, are tired of the high prices involved with the larger SUVs.

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  Great Crossover - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Gooch - October 26 - 1:16 am

  I bought a 2006 Certified Used Outlander AWD. I got the 100,000 mile powertrain and 5 yr / 60,000 mile bumper to bumper, no deductible warranties. What other car company has a warranty like that! ZERO.. I had a 1998 Ford Explorer with 50,000 miles prior to the Outlander. I put over $3,000 in repairs into it in the last two years. I was looking for a quality vehicle, I found that in the Outlander. I am sold on Mitsubishi. The Outlander is a great crossover vehicle, it is fun to drive and handles great. I live in Western PA and the winters are nasty. I feel 100% safer in the Outlander than I ever did in the Explorer and the AWD hardly has to kick in.

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  Young Family Car - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By ihab.salem - September 26 - 1:36 pm

  This car is very practical for small/young family. Its smooth, quick, not feature rich but do the required. Average cargo space, very comfortable with more than enough legs, head and shoulders space for 5 adults (or 2 adults, 2 child, and a baby seat). As I am living in a very hot country I found the AC is very effective in summer. The automatic gear is very responsive. I tried many other SUVs nowadays (e.g. Acadia, Pilot, Explorer, etc) and cant find any match to its powerful & responsive brakes. I was near the Oman tsunami in 2006 (in Sharjah Emirate) and this car saved me from drowning in water in low streets while similar SUV drowned (CR-V, Sportage, Vitara). But very low MPG in city.

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  Outlandish - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By T.CAGLE - January 25 - 1:26 am

  I have only owned my 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander for a month, but I have been thrilled with it. It has quite a bit of pep and handles really well. I have been fairly pleased with the gas mileage. I am not disappointed with buying the vehicle I would recommend the Outlander to anyone looking to buy a small SUV. And it just looks tough!

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  Compact SUV for cheaper price! - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Tom - January 9 - 5:23 pm

  We didnt really expect the power on this car since it is only a 4 cylinder but its a great car for the city. We like its rear where it is easier to open unlike Rav 4. We also like that this vehicle is not so up high. My wife is short and we also have a Tacoma so this is a good car for her. Stereo system sounds great. More room for small family. However, the highway ride is a bit rough and noisy. I am so used to my Tacoma. The power mirror control is a bit out of reach when trying to adjust during the drive. I also agree with some other reviewers that the radio needs to be closer, maybe on the steering wheel. Interior material for LS is a bit cheap but the seats can be covered up.

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  Not for off road use - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By spudhikes - October 6 - 2:30 am

  Perfect on the road, crappy off of it. Tiny rocks get caught between the brake rotors and the brake rotor covers. Had them emptied six times in one year. Drive dirt roads with the occasional rutted out section 3 times per week. Broke the suspension over and over again. Everything was perfect on the road, but off of it caused problems. Sound system was great. Heated front seats were amazing. Seats easily stain, even from water. Plenty of room for a 65" guy. Cant complain about anything on the pavement. Cant suggest you use it off of the pavement. Second Mitsubishi. Will buy an older montero most likely. Mitsubishi still rocks, just had the wrong one for day to day use.

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  Unexceptional, but thats a good thing - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Mawingo - March 4 - 12:26 pm

  This is an after the fact review, as I just traded this one in. This car did nothing well, but nothing bad. It was just sort of there and didnt leave a bad taste. Its comfortable (the seats are very firm), got decent mileage, and didnt require a lot of non-routine maint; just oil changes, tires, brakes, and an AC recharge (common to this model). Its a little short on power, but proved to be reliable. The interior wore well.

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  Outlander - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Jane Wright - November 19 - 11:03 am

  Overall reliability has been good.

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  Updated comments - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Outlander2 - October 2 - 9:10 pm

  Two months ago I rated my newly purchased Outlander. I still feel that the car is very smooth. It rides very quiet and is very comfortable. I especially like the transmission, allowing to shift up and down on the go. The sound system is great. I found that the rear wiper to be almost useless. It does not clean a large enough surface to allow for a clear vue, The rear wiper is a pain to change. The plastic on which mudguards are mounted is beginning to deteriorate. Gas mileage is disappointing from a 4 cyl. car. I find the tires 215/55/17 to be oversize and the 94V rating in unnecessary for this car with a top speed of 120 mph. The windows and sunroof freeze when cold.

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  Good for its class - 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By bmwadam - January 13 - 4:20 pm

  My wife bought this car back in December of 2005. We have over 30,000 miles on it now and have had any problems whatsoever. It has NEVER been to the dealer, I do all of the maintenance myself and the car is very easy to work on for the home mechanic. Good gas mileage for its class. All around a good deal for someone that is wanting a compact, SUV.