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2005 Mitsubishi Outlander Reinforced Safety With Matched Performance Parts
And Accessories
By: Jenny McLane
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.
Partstrain also offers car parts, which are continuously being improved upon to
ensure quality service and performance.
About the Author:
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 |
