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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV released
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4th May, 2014
Mitsubishi’s world-first plug-in hybrid SUV, the Outlander PHEV, will put
sustainable motoring back on the agenda of more Australian drivers now that it has arrived.
The Outlander PHEV is powered by Mitsubishi’s ground breaking and highly efficient electric vehicle system. It
consists of twin 60kW electric motors front and rear, a 12kWh lithium ion drive battery, 70kW output generator,
lightweight front transaxle assembly and efficient 87kW 2.0 litre four-cylinder MIVEC petrol engine to significantly
extend Outlander PHEV’s driving range.
The petrol engine, which is tuned to run at optimum efficiency, supports the electric drivetrain system by recharging
the drive battery and supplementing battery power in particular driving conditions.
The Outlander PHEV is able to achieve ultra-low fuel consumption and just 44g/km of CO2 emissions by maximising the
best attributes of the combined internal combustion engine and electric vehicle systems. This is delivered in three
distinct modes – EV Drive Mode, Series and Parallel Modes – that operate seamlessly without any intervention from the
driver.
Fuel economy expert and former Australian rally champion Ed Ordynski said Mitsubishi’s PHEV technology is a clever,
seamless system that automatically selects the right driving mode to optimise available electric and petrol power and
maximise efficiency and driving range.
“Mitsubishi Outlander’s petrol electric PHEV system is a clever way to reduce fuel consumption and extend a
vehicle’s driving range. Whether driving in Parallel or Series Mode, the PHEV system is tuned to optimise fuel
efficiency, while its 52-kilometre electric range is very achievable and readily extended with thoughtful driving,”
he said.
“Once the PHEV’s battery power reaches low levels, it’s not simply running on petrol for the rest of the
journey.”
“Instead, the petrol engine recharges the batteries rapidly and efficiently, allowing the PHEV to resume driving on
full electric power to significantly extend the percentage of driving in the most efficient electric mode.”
“The Outlander PHEV’s ability to automatically select multiple modes of operation all happen seamlessly without the
driver having to intervene, allowing them to focus on driving in a smooth and efficient manner while letting the
technology take care of itself.”
“It allows Outlander PHEV to have a very long range and to be remarkably efficient on hills and in country
driving.”
“But unlike internal combustion engine-powered cars and SUVs, PHEV can also return its best figures in stop-start,
city and suburban driving where the on-board recharging and regenerative braking technology is quite extraordinary in
maximising efficiency.”
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System highlights:
Three Driving Modes - EV, Series and Parallel
EV mode is PHEV’s all-electric driving mode. In EV Mode, the front and rear motors drive the vehicle using only
electric power from the drive battery, helping PHEV achieve an 'official' range of 52km. When in EV Mode, CO2 emissions
and petrol consumption are zero up to a maximum of 120km/h.
In Series Mode, the PHEV uses the 2.0-litre petrol engine to recharge the stored battery energy and the electric
motors use engine-generated electric power to drive the wheels. The system switches to Series mode when the remaining
battery charge falls below a predetermined level or more performance is required, such as under high acceleration when
overtaking or during a steep climb.
The PHEV switches to Parallel Mode when it reaches highway or higher speeds or extra power is required. In Parallel
Mode, the petrol engine provides drive to the front wheels with assistance from the electric motors.
S-AWC
Outlander PHEV’s advanced electric vehicle system is underpinned by Mitsubishi’s sophisticated S-AWC (Super All Wheel
Control) 4WD system, which uses the PHEV’s twin electric motors to manage Outlander’s dynamic stability performance.
Outlander PHEV’s integrated S-AWC system ensures it has the same high levels of grip and roadholding as a typical
four-wheel drive.
Regenerative Braking
The Outlander PHEV’s twin electric motors act as generators during deceleration and recharge the drive battery when
the driver releases the accelerator or when the brake pedal is applied. The degree of energy recovered through
regenerative braking can be controlled using the gear selector lever or paddle selectors on the steering wheel.
The driver can increase the PHEV’s regenerative braking by moving the selector lever from the D position to the B
position. There are two levels available – B3 or B5.
Using the steering wheels paddles, the driver can adjust the level of regenerative braking to any of the six levels,
from the lowest setting (B0) to the highest (B5).
Manufacturer's List Price*
| Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV |
$47,490* |
| Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire |
$52,490* |
Option
Metallic/Pearlescent paint $495*
NOTE:
* Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges (commonly known as
on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice, as are
the specifications.
E&OE.
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