You’re looking at Australia’s favourite plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV was one of the first PHEVs on the market, and the brand’s persistence in improving the technology has seen it retain top spot. Now in its second generation, the Outlander PHEV is unique in offering a seven-seat option.
The increase in battery size for this current generation means it has quite a high EV range claim (up to 84km NEDC) as well. Given the absence of seven-seat rivals, the Outlander stands on its own. The BYD Sealion 6 is a five-seater, and plug-in versions of the Hyundai Tucson , Kia Sportage , and Volkswagen Tiguan aren’t offered locally.
The closest competition – especially for the flagship Outlander Exceed Tourer guise – is the even more expensive Kia Sorento PHEV . Does this give Mitsubishi an automatic win if you’re shopping for a PHEV? The short answer is yes..
. but it pays to consider which variant of Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV is best for you, because there’s plenty of goodness in the cheaper grades. At $71,790 plus on-road costs, this 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV Exceed Tourer is up to $15,000 more expensive than well-equipped conventional hybrids from other brands, but it still has some aces up its sleeve.
The Exceed Tourer isn’t the top dog in the Outlander range anymore, but at $71,790 it slots in below the black pack-themed GSR ($73,790). To see how the Mitsubishi Outlander lines up against the competition, check.