Overview & Reviews

To complement last year's standard V6 engine, a new four-cylinder engine debuts for the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. It's offered on the base ES and new-for-2008 SE trim level and comes standard with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Other changes include the discontinuation of the sliding second-row rear seat feature on ES and LS trims (it's still on the XLS) and an update to the optional navigation system that provides additional carpool-lane routing.

• Agile handling, sporty styling with useful rear tailgate/liftgate design, wide range of features, lengthy warranty.

• Limited access to desirable options, a few low-grade plastics, kid-size third-row seat is flimsy and hard to fold.

User Reviews:

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  Great Overall SUV - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By DriveALot - July 15 - 2:03 am

  Bought my deep blue metallic with 3 miles on it, 2.5 years and 66,000 miles later this is absolutely a great vehicle. Seats do get a little uncomfortable after a bit of driving. Set the cruise and I get about 27 on highway and 19 around town, V6 front wheel drive, thats pretty good. I call it my Pack Mule, fold the rear seats forward and theres plenty of room to load everything from a set of bunk beds to a six foot ladder. Done all the preventative maintenance and its never missed a beat

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  So Far So Good - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Quinny - April 24 - 5:50 pm

  Took a long look at many small SUVs. Honda CRV too sluggish, Forrester (used to own one) lacked wow factor, RAV4 V6 4WD was solid but cost $2000+ more with less features. Worried about American made being around much longer. Wanted to stay under $30k fully loaded. Walked out at $27,255 with 0% financing for 60 months (rather than another $2000 off) - approx. $1,500 below invoice. Sticker on car was over $31,000 MSRP. Fun to drive, looks good, great sound system, Fast key awesome - hope to have for a long time.

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  interior lighting - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By larry - October 6 - 12:26 pm

  I owned a 2005 endeavor and was very happy with it except the gas mileage. I purchased a 2008 outlander XLS v6 3.0 awd and was sorry to see that there are not any interior lights in the glove compartment or on the dials for the temperature settings, and fan speed or positions for the vent direction. Cannot set any of the 3 dials at night while driving or go from 2wd to 4wd.

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  smooth operator - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By naseer - October 4 - 7:00 am

  I just got my new mitsu outlander and it is really good, the ride very smooth. my 2.4 lacks some power but that expected and is good for low mileage. CVT is my first and it is very smooth. Turning is like a sedan, information panel is quite accessible.Lots of cup holders and power outlets. Competes with CR-V and RAV4, with a good deal it is much better than both.

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  Ultimate SUV - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Samuel - July 1 - 2:20 pm

  Lots of compartments for storage. Very spacious interior. V6 power is good. Only have 1200 miles on vehicle, average about 24 mpg, switching from 2 wheel to 4 wheel drive. Sound system is excellent.

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  Great Car - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By nagilbaz - March 4 - 4:27 pm

  We bought the Outlander in late 2007. The car has not had any problems so far despite the fact that it has been in major accident. I have read most of the reviews pointing to the fact that the interior has problems with the plastic parts and there is poor paint job, which is susceptible even to minor scratches and dents. Well it is absolutely true. Nevertheless, this is the great car and a great helper. We moved several times and overloaded it with furniture and other household items. It did well. Anyway the Outlander does not claim to be a luxurious SUV and saves you a lot of money over the time.

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  Our 5th Mitsubishi (2nd SUV) - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Jerry - February 14 - 7:10 am

  Our last SUV was the 2002 Mitsu Montero Sport XLS. Our daughter now owns this and it is still going strong. We decided to "trade down" to the 2008 Outlander and love the car. Just like the Montero, 100% made in Japan to last. The 4 cylinder engine will not win drag races, but is peppy enough and CVT is smooth. The engine is a little on the loud side though.

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  Happy Consumer - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Rich2putt - January 21 - 4:30 pm

  Looked at the Honda CR-V, & RAV4 first, & the Outlander last. Been very satisfied with my decision.

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  Cheap interior - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By MITSUMAN - January 4 - 9:53 pm

  Chose the Outlander over several other small SUVs on the market because of bang for the buck. Love the performance of the engine and 6 speed tranny. Also very glad we opted for the sun and sound package. The interior however is cheap cheap cheap! Carpet is worst I have ever seen in a new car, plastic inner door panels and seat material are very low grade as well!

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  Very good, could be GREAT - 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
  By Peter D. - November 5 - 12:13 am

  My wife has 07 LS 4wd. She likes it and I drive it once in a while so when time to replace my vehicle took a look at 08 leftover. The fun thing about this car is you have to drive it. It doesnt lull you to sleep and since I drive a lot I need to be awake. Gas mileage varies and so far best is 25 mpg in 2wd then 24 in 4wd. My XLS drives fine especially in the messy snow, wet and ice weve had this winter in NJ.