Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Facelift Confirmed To Launch Early Next Year

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. (Photo: Mitsubishi)

JAKARTA Mitsubishi is preparing an update for the PHEV Outlander in the Australian market, which is targeted to launch in January 2026.

Citing from the Drive page, Tuesday, October 21, the launch of the model after six months of the updated version of gasoline fuel launched in the country.

"The target for the launch of PHEV Outlander is January 2026. More details will be available ahead of launch," said a spokesman for Mitsubishi Motors Australia.

The car is equipped with a larger 22.7 kWh capacity battery, providing a driving range of only up to 100 kilometers of electricity based on NEDC standards, up from 84 kilometers in the previous version.

PHEV's outlander moving all wheels will continue to install a 2.4-liter 100kW (203 Nm) cylinder of four-cylinder gasoline with a 85kW (255 Nm) front electric motor and a 100kW (195 Nm electric motor).

Details of Australia's specifications for PHEV's Outlander have not been confirmed, but will most likely mimic a gas-fueled model, including a larger 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and Yamaha speaker, replacing Bose.

Wireless Android Auto support, new graphics will come for 12,3-inch digital instrument clusters, ventilated front seats, and digital rearview mirrors are also expected, while it is likely to get telematics Mitsubishi Connect in Australia.

The design changes include revised top grip patterns, redesigned alloy rims, Moonstone Gray paint coatings, and clear rear light lenses.