2005 Mitsubishi Outlander Reinforced Safety with Matched
Performance Parts and Accessories
The Outlander is built on a rigid unibody chassis and benefits from
Mitsubishi's extensive experience in international rallies and raids. The
Outlander benefits from such body-strengthening techniques as MASH seam
welding and what Mitsubishi calls its RISE design (Reinforced Impact Safety
Evolution). Much of this technology was developed from the company's winning
efforts in the Paris-Dakar raid as well as its involvement in the World Rally
Championship with the Lance
It has four doors and a roomy cargo area that's easily accessible. Like other
small crossover sport utilities, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers elevated
seating for better visibility.
Mitsubishi's 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is rated at 160 horsepower,
matching the output of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Mitsubishi tuned the
Outlander's engine to deliver the bulk of its torque at lower engine speeds.
Mitsubishi's MIVEC electronic variable-valve setup helps the engine to operate
at peak power and efficiency throughout the rev range.
The 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is available in three models: LS, XLS, and
Limited. All come with the 160-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Most
models come standard with an automatic, but the base models come with a
five-speed manual. Each is available with front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel
drive (AWD).
The LS trim includes air conditioning; cruise control; power windows and
locks; power folding rearview mirrors; a height-adjustable steering wheel;
height-adjustable driver's seat; a 140-watt, four-speaker AM/FM/CD audio
system. It also has an analog clock; center console with storage; two 12-volt
accessory outlets; 60/40 split, folding and reclining back seat; intermittent
windshield and rear window wipers, and 16-inch steel wheels. A cargo cover,
floor mats, keyless entry, and roof rails come standard on the AWD model and
are optional on the 2WD model
XLS trim adds a rear spoiler, premium cloth seat fabric, extra speakers,
whiteface gauges and clock, a leather steering wheel and shift knob,
see-through headrests, a tubular roof rack and alloy wheels. Options for XLS
2WD include a Sun & Sound package with a 210-watt Infinity audio system with
six-CD changer and sunroof.
The new Limited and Limited AWD have heated leather seats, front side airbags,
heated outside mirrors, and body-colored fender flares and air dams.
Safety equipment includes three-point seatbelts for all five seating
positions. Both front seats feature seatbelt pretensioner and force-limiter
technology, which can help reduce injuries in an accident. Also standard are:
child safety seat anchors. Anti-lock brakes are optional on the XLS and
Limited models; ABS helps the driver maintain control of the car in an
emergency braking situation.
Parts and accessories for Mitsubishi are available at Parts Train. All you
have to do is go to
http://www.partstrain.com/ShopByVehicle/MITSUBISHI and choose which
ones are compatible for your needs. The advantage of using Mitsubishi parts
and accessories is that these are especially designed to work well with all
Mitsubishi cars and therefore you have ensured performance and maximized
workability out of these parts and accessories.
Jenny McLane is a 36 year old native of Iowa and has a knack for research on
cars and anything and everything about it. She works full time as a Market
Analyst for one of the leading car parts suppliers in the country today.
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