Edmunds.com | Inside Line | Auto Observer Your Account | Help | Directory
You are here:
![[F]](http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com/media/townhall/webxicons/site.gif){kind=small}
Forums
SUVs Mitsubishi Outlander Want to Buy a Outlander But Need to Know ...
18 messages, Last post on Aug 12, 2009 at 12:30 PM
You are in the Mitsubishi Outlander Forum. Your Hosts are steve_ & tidester
|
Hi, I test drove an outlander. I loved the feel and look of the car. Very nice cabin. But I need to know some things that only long term users will know. They are in no particular order. 1) Any comments on the CVT? Have there been recall notices, problems. Is it much better to get the V6 with regular transmission. 2) The specs say you can tow 1500 pounds. Can people comment on their experiences towing. 3) The Mitsi warranty is great in length, but do they give you a hard time when you make a claim? Number 1 is my greatest concern since I have not read much about positive or negative experiences with the CVT. I test drove an ES with the CVT and it sounded a bit loud but was otherwise reasonably smooth. I want to know if it will have reliability issues since its a relatively new concept.
|
|
| I have the 07 xls with the v6 and love it . I have all the paks on it and got a great deal last new years eve. Get the V6 if you can !! | |
|
Replying to: idavidson (Jan 01, 2009 2:59 pm) 2. 1500# is not that much, trailer itself can weight 600-800# 3. I used warranty only once (ASC sensor), no problem with dealer, I even got free loaner for a day. They were very professional, and really determined to get perfect score in the follow up survey call. 4. Either way (V6 or 4cyl) it is a great CUV, perfect size, good handling and performance, rather stiff suspension (European sedan feel). |
|
|
|
|
Replying to: idavidson (Jan 01, 2009 2:59 pm) |
|
|
But can anyone who owns the I4 with the CVT comment on its performance reliability? Thanks.
|
|
|
|
|
Replying to: idavidson (Jan 02, 2009 10:54 pm) Just under 7000 miles and have had zero problems with it. Seems to work fine. Finally used the 4wd mode just a few weeks ago when the weather started getting really bad. Went up our snow and ice covered lane without any hesitation whatsoever. So far, since we purchased it in June, we have been happy with the whole package. I have changed the oil twice and we plan on taking it in for the 7500 mile checkup soon. |
|
|
|
|
I've had mine overheat (as the manual states: if ya smell it shut it down.) or words to that effect. I had mine overheat in the Smokey mtn area 2 times during 1 vacation trip on paved roads up developments. Let it sit for a while as the book says and then took off. BIG problem!!! you then only have 6th gear..pain in the rear when going back DOWN the mtn! After a while the other gears kick in and all is well. Took it to the dealer and they hooked up a computer to the "car" & told me that a problem ws registered but the only way to see what actually happened was to open the throwaway sealed read unit & inspect it. The head mechanic told me that the shop manual says to only use the 4WD or LOCK when absolutely necessary...stuck in mud,sugar sand,deep snow,etc. This is not what the sales brochure of the owners manual state at all. Says 4WD for better traction,etc in the rain, avoidance manuvering,etc. I always ran the 4WD every time it rained for safety. Now I'm told I may have "cooked the tranny"!!!!!    Anyone else have this problem? |
|
|
Replying to: olliexls2007 (Mar 12, 2009 5:07 pm)
|
|
|
|
|
Replying to: comem47 (Mar 13, 2009 8:12 am)
|
|
You are here:
Forums
SUVs Mitsubishi Outlander Want to Buy a Outlander But Need to Know ...
New? Join Now!
Forum Tools
Search Forums
Browse by Vehicle
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
Browse by Board
Browse by Topic
Today's Chats
