New 2027 model
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV
Compact SUV practicality meets Mitsubishi's latest self-charging hybrid technology. No plug required.
Mitsubishi's first HEV for New Zealand
Hybrid driving made effortless
Outlander Sport combines an efficient 1.6-litre petrol engine with an 85 kW electric motor. It chooses the best way to drive automatically, delivering smooth electric response around town and confident efficiency on longer journeys.
- Five seats
- 4.0 L/100 km
- Seven drive modes
- 750 kg towing
Generation 2 hybrid
Electric-first driving without plugging in
The 1.6-litre petrol engine, generator and front electric motor work together automatically. The system favours quiet electric driving where practical, then blends engine and motor power as conditions change.
- EV, series hybrid and parallel hybrid operation
- 1.2 kWh lithium-ion drive battery
- Regenerative braking recovers energy as you slow
- EV Priority and Charge modes included
Smart, connected cabin
A wide digital cockpit built around the driver
A horizontal dashboard creates an open feeling, while the connected displays put entertainment, hybrid information and drive settings clearly within view.
- 12.3-inch Smartphone-link Display Audio
- 8-inch full digital driver display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- USB-A and USB-C connections front and rear
Everyday comfort
Space, light and comfort for five
Both models pair synthetic leather seating with a panoramic glass roof, dual-zone climate control and a flat rear floor. The second row reclines through eight positions and folds 40:20:40 for flexible carrying space.
- Panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade
- Rear air vents and nanoe X air purification
- Cooled centre-console storage box
- Eight-step reclining second-row seatbacks
Seven drive modes
Tuned for the road beneath you
Choose from Charge, EV Priority, Normal, Wet, Gravel, Tarmac and Mud. Active Yaw Control, traction control, steering and power delivery work together to suit each mode.
- Active Yaw Control standard on both models
- Front-wheel drive with a two-speed transaxle
- MacPherson strut front and torsion-beam rear suspension
- Compact 10-metre turning circle
Every detail, considered
Safety
Advanced driver assistance, standard
Both XLS and VRX include a comprehensive suite of technology designed to support awareness, confidence and everyday safety.
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Forward Collision Mitigation
- Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Leading Car Departure Notification
- Automatic High Beam
- Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
- Six SRS airbags and two ISOFIX child-seat positions
The Outlander Sport range
Two well-equipped hybrid models. Both seat five and include the same efficient 2WD hybrid powertrain.
XLS
5 seats · 2WDA comprehensive standard specification with hybrid efficiency, panoramic roof and connected technology.
- Black synthetic leather seats
- Panoramic glass roof
- 12.3-inch SDA and 8-inch driver display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Rear parking sensors and reversing camera
- 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels
VRX
5 seats · 2WDAdds premium convenience, richer cabin finishes and more complete parking assistance.
- Synthetic leather seats with mocha accents
- Six-way power-adjustable driver's seat
- Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium with eight speakers
- Multi Around View Monitor
- Hands-free power tailgate
- Wireless phone charging and ambient lighting
Colours
Six monotone colours are available across XLS and VRX, with five black-roof combinations reserved for VRX.
Specifications
Hybrid powertrain
- Engine
- 1.6L DOHC MIVEC petrol
- Engine power
- 79 kW @ 6,000 rpm
- Engine torque
- 134 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
- Electric motor
- 85 kW / 255 Nm
- Transmission
- Front transaxle, 2 speed
- Drive system
- 2WD, front axle
- Fuel consumption
- 4.0 L/100 km (WLTP)
- CO2 emissions
- 95 g/km (WLTP)
Body and capability
- Body type
- 5-door wagon
- Seating
- 5 persons
- Fuel tank
- 42 L
- Wheels
- 18-inch two-tone alloys
- Ground clearance
- 183 mm with under cover
- Turning circle
- 10 m
- Braked towing
- 750 kg
- Unbraked towing
- 750 kg
Dimensions
- Overall length
- 4,390 mm
- Overall width
- 1,810 mm
- Overall height
- 1,650 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,650 mm
- Kerb weight
- 1,425 kg XLS / 1,440 kg VRX
- Gross vehicle weight
- 1,860 kg
Ownership
- New vehicle cover
- 5 years / 130,000 km*
- Powertrain cover
- 10 years / 160,000 km*
- Drive battery cover
- 8 years / 160,000 km*
- Service intervals
- 15,000 km / 12 months
Specifications may change before launch. Warranty conditions apply. Fuel consumption is based on standardised testing and actual results will vary.
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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV FAQs
What is the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV?
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV is a compact self-charging hybrid SUV and Mitsubishi's first HEV developed for the New Zealand market.
It combines a 1.6-litre MIVEC petrol engine with an electric hybrid system that automatically switches between electric, hybrid and engine-driven operation.
Do you need to plug in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV?
No, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV does not need to be plugged in.
The hybrid battery is charged while driving through regenerative braking and the vehicle's petrol-electric energy-management system, allowing drivers to benefit from electric assistance without using an external charger.
How economical is the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV?
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV has an official combined fuel-consumption figure of 4.0L/100km under WLTP testing.
Its 1.6-litre petrol engine works with an 85kW electric motor and regenerative braking. Actual fuel consumption will vary with driving style, traffic, load, terrain and weather.
How many seats does the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
Both the Outlander Sport XLS and VRX have five seats.
The second row has 40:20:40 split folding seatbacks, eight-step recline adjustment and a flat rear floor.
What is the difference between Outlander Sport XLS and VRX?
The VRX adds premium comfort, audio, camera and convenience features above the XLS.
VRX equipment includes Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium audio, a Multi Around View Monitor, wireless phone charging, a power driver's seat, ambient lighting and a hands-free power tailgate.
What safety features does the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
Both Outlander Sport models include adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Mitigation, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
The standard suite also includes Leading Car Departure Notification, Automatic High Beam, six SRS airbags and an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System.
How much can the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport tow?
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport HEV has a 750kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing rating.
Always confirm the loaded trailer weight, towbar rating and the specific vehicle's requirements before towing.
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