Name: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Brand: Mitsubishi
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What was the price and specifications of the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was available in Canada in two main trim levels. The SE version started at approximately $49,998 CAD and the top-trim SEL was offered at approximately $55,998 CAD. The 2022 Outlander PHEV featured Mitsubishi's Twin Motor plug-in hybrid powertrain, combining a 2.4L MIVEC 4-cylinder engine (128 hp) acting as a generator with two electric motors (one per axle: 82 hp front, 95 hp rear) for a combined system output of 221 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. The 20 kWh lithium-ion battery delivered an electric range of 84 km on the WLTP cycle or approximately 56 km per EPA estimates, a significant improvement over the previous Outlander PHEV generation (13.8 kWh battery). A full charge took approximately 38 minutes on a DC fast charger (CHAdeMO, 50 kW) or approximately 7 hours on a 3.7 kW Level 2 outlet. The 2022 Outlander PHEV qualified for the federal Canadian ZEV incentive of $5,000 CAD and provincial programs in Quebec and British Columbia.

Question 2

Is the 2022 Outlander PHEV well-suited to Canadian conditions and what is its real-world winter range?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Outlander PHEV is one of the plug-in hybrid SUVs best adapted to Canadian conditions thanks to several key features. The S-AWC (Super All-Wheel Control) system with two independent electric motors at the front and rear axles offers vectored torque control that few conventional SUVs can match. In winter on snow or ice, the ability to precisely distribute torque to each wheel delivers traction and stability superior to most competitors. The 200 mm ground clearance is adequate for the majority of Canadian road conditions. Regarding electric range in winter, Canadian owners generally report between 35 and 50 km of real-world range in cold weather (between -10 and -20 degrees Celsius), compared to the 56 km EPA range in ideal conditions. Battery pre-conditioning (available via smartphone app) can improve range by 10 to 15 percent in winter if performed while still plugged in. EV Priority mode allows battery charge to be preserved for later use (for example, in a zero-emission zone). In standard hybrid mode, fuel consumption is approximately 7.6L/100km according to Natural Resources Canada, very efficient for a 7-seat SUV of this size.

Question 3

Is the 2022 Outlander PHEV worth its price compared to the Toyota RAV4 Prime and Ford Escape PHEV in the Canadian market?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Outlander PHEV distinguished itself from its main plug-in hybrid competitors in Canada through several unique characteristics. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime (starting at $43,490 CAD before incentives) offered better J.D. Power reliability ratings, superior residual value (60 to 65 percent after 36 months vs 50 to 55 percent for the Outlander PHEV), and higher system power (302 hp). However, the 2022 Outlander PHEV uniquely offered 7-seat capacity (third row) in its price category, a larger battery (20 kWh vs 18.1 kWh for the RAV4 Prime), and similar electric range. The 2022 Ford Escape PHEV (starting at $38,099 CAD) was less powerful (209 hp), front-wheel drive only, and featured a smaller 14.4 kWh battery (52 km electric range). Mitsubishi's 8-year or 160,000 km PHEV battery warranty is the longest in its category in Canada, surpassing Toyota (8 years or 193,121 km) and Ford (8 years or 100,000 km). For a Canadian buyer needing 7 seats, valuing electric range, and wanting to maximize long-term warranty coverage, the 2022 Outlander PHEV represented solid value despite a higher purchase price.

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