Mitsubishi limited edition Outlander ACTiV
August 10, 2009 by Matt Brogan
Mitsubishi have today announced the release of a limited edition Outlander dubbed ACTiV.
With added interior and exterior appointments to enhance its style, functionality and safety, ACTiV is available with Mitsubishi’s 2.4-litre MIVEC engine and will be mated to either a five-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission.
Available in five or seven seat configuration, ACTiV picks up numerous exterior appointments that include a unique chrome radiator grille, front alloy nudge bar, roof rail cross bars, fog lamps, privacy glass as exclusive ACTiV badging.
Inside, the ACTiV gains Bluetooth hands free phone capability and a Rockford Fosgate premium audio system while on the safety front the limited edition Outlander features driver and passenger front SRS airbags, ESC with Traction Control and multi-mode ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.
“As a quality compact SUV, the Outlander is already a leader in its class. With these functional and stylish additions, Mitsubishi have just taken the ACTiV to a whole new level of luxury and drivability,” said MMAL Vice President of Brand and Marketing, Paul Unerkov.
The Outlander ACTiV is available now from $33,990* drive away.
*Pricing is a guide as recommended to us by the manufacturer.
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Seems to be good value, but I’d rather a lesser equipped Tiguan for that money, or perhaps a Koleos.
Why is it called ACTiV? Why not ‘Active’? Why does the consumer world have such predjudice for properly spelt words? I certainly don’t want my car to say ACTiV on the back.
I’ve always liked the Outlander (especially the old-gen turbo model called the Airtrek Turbo R, sold in overseas markets) and the new gen is even more of a good car. This limited edition seems to build onto the car’s great value and I would certainly consider it over the base-model rivals.
Hopefully when the Peugeot 4007 is released, Mitsubishi can FINALLY bring the diesel over! Why not have a diesel in every car in the range? And the facelifted Euro Colt (and the Colt Plus) as well as the i petrol, the Eclipse coupe/convertible (I drove one last year – it an actually alright car), the Outlander facelift and an update of the Lancer (get rid of the Sportback’s taillamps; they’re so 90’s unlike the sedan).
Mitsubishi are a good company, and anyone who knows how to turn around the company from what it was to what it is has to be commended. It’s a fantastic effort!
Thats the same price as their Lancer Aspire. The point of that car was to lure downsizers from SUV’s and Large cars, and they seem to have gone and shot themselves in the foot. Id much rather the Outlander because of the practicality.
Jake02, just get rid of the Sportback completely: ugliest rear end since the Ssangyong Actyon.
They changed the front grille with this version which make it look worse than the normal version. I think Outlander is a good car, I was considering it before bought my Xtrail, its interior(flat seats) and the space saver spare wheel put me off.
Alex
The Outlander is $33,990 driveawy…as opposed to the Tiguan base bodel which is $33,990 plus $2,500 pre-delivery and other usual on road Govt ripoffs (Stamp duty, rego, green slip etc) which would be at least another $1700 plus metalic paint which VW charge another $900.
So were up to $39,000 plus and we havnt ticked any option boxes or accesiries yet.
Not to mention the Tiguan has the interior space of a port-a-loo.
The Outlander is good on the money for its roomy cabin, features and not to forget that 5/10 warranty!
Someone didn’t think about that name much…
http://www.activ.asn.au/
Same name as an organisation that assists people with mental disabilities.
Fine then, not a Tiguan. But I know I could have a Koleos for that money. In fact less as I’ve seen them for $29,990 dive away. They’re no smaller than the Outlander either. No seven seat option, but big enough.
I bought one just yesterday.
Auto adds $2500 to the price, but got the wired tow ball thrown in
Hi maximark,
Just trying to decide between the outlander activ and xtrail ti. Are you happy with your choice(xtrail)?
Hi Malec,
I have the Xtrail for 6 mnths and done around 12000 km. Over all I’m very happy with my xtrail. On the positive side; it’s very good on fuel, cushion ride :) very quiet, very good at climbing hill, boot space is huge.
However, there’s negative things too. There is no audio control on steering wheels for the top model Ti which I found really stupid. Also, headlights are not bright enough, the reverse sensors dont work very well ( I will have it fixed by Nissan next week)
There is one big concern with the CVT gear box at the moment.As I understand, Nissan has already replaced a few new gear boxes for the Xtrails, few has only done 10000 km. So unless you have to get the auto then go for the CVT, (hopefully they will fix CVT problems for all the 09 models,my is also 09 built and has no problem so far) otherwise it’s safer to buy the manual, I reckon the manual diesel is the best choice if you get the manual.The diesel has audio control on steering wheel,alarm system..etc. You can find a lot of useful infor on the xtrail here australianxtrail.com.au Hope this help.
The bluetooth works a treat in the Outlander Activ
Really wanted to buy an X-Trail but test drove a Diesel TI. Noisy engine but good performance. Test drove the 2.5 litre petrol both with CVT. Quieter engine.
Found the interior layout poor. front Seats totally lacking in support for long drives for myself at 180 cm height. Poor side/rear visibility from wing mirrors. read how Nissan don’t warranty clutches on manual X-Trails, every other manufacturer does. Nissan charge like a wounded bull for accessories. X-trail too dated.
Test drove the Outlander, loved the seats, visibility, smoothness and layout.
Bought it and “love that car”. 5/10 warranty that Nissan cannot match.