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Qatar Automobiles Company unveils fourth generation Outlander flagship SUV

Published: 31 May 2023 - 08:55 am | Last Updated: 31 May 2023 - 08:56 am
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Doha, Qatar: The fourth generation of the much-anticipated Outlander flagship SUV was recently revealed in Qatar in a special ceremony held by Qatar Automobiles Company, the authorised general distributor of Mitsubishi Motors in Qatar, at its showroom on Slawa Road.

This premium quality seven-seater Outlander received a complete design overhaul and features rugged performance that’s perfect for today’s dynamic environment as well as innovative technology which can enhance the driving experience in more ways than one.

Additionally, this safety-centric model comes equipped with a host of advanced features that ensure occupants remain safe at all times.

The Outlander is an SUV that’s been around for nearly two decades and has grown in popularity year after year. Since 2001, Mitsubishi Motors sold over 2.6 million units of the Outlander series globally.

The Outlander’s exterior design portrays a confident and strong personality, achieved through the ‘Bold Stride’ design concept. To express a bold aura and a sense of presence and stability, the strong, horizontal-themed proportion from front to rear, is contrasted with broad surface lines paired up by sharp edges and complemented with a large-diameter 20-inch alloy wheels and overhanging fenders that highlight the wide body.

The front of the all-new Outlander enjoys Mitsubishi Motors’ distinctive next generation Dynamic Shield which aids in enhancing the vehicle’s front look, increasing protection, and improving performance. 

The sharp looking front combination lights which house daytime running lights and turn signals are positioned higher to provide better visibility for other drivers as well as pedestrians. 

On the contrary, the low-positioned head lights provide better distant lighting without impairing the vision of oncoming drivers.

The strong horizontally structured side profile of the all-new Outlander exudes power with its sleek lines and enhances the masculine look making it look as if it’s been cut from a solid metal block. 

Inspired by the rear-mounted spare tire of the Pajero, the Outlander’s tailgate has a hexagonal motif that appears to have been cut from one whole surface. 

This design choice of the upper part is meant to express the stability and security this SUV offers while lower part represents its strong performance capabilities. The horizontal-themed T-shaped taillights emphasize the width of the body and enhance recognition.

The all-new Outlander is a three-row seven-seat family SUV, which is unique in its class. The seats can be flexibly arranged with multiple configurations to suit the number of passengers and accommodate their luggage. The second- row seats have a sliding and reclining function, as well as a 4:2:4 split division, allowing two adult passengers to comfortably sit in the second row even when carrying long items such as skis. 

Mitsubishi Connect is installed as a car support system that allows users to enjoy a safe driving experience. To protect the safety of the driver, a button can be pressed to request aid from the call center if the vehicle breaks down or is involved in an accident, and it automatically reports when an airbag is deployed. 

It also handles a variety of incidents, such as generating a vehicle theft warning and reporting vehicle position information to the user if the vehicle is stolen.

Further, operation by smartphone can be used to display the vehicle’s parked position or to cause the vehicle’s lights to flash to show where it is parked. 

Many convenient functions are provided, such as remote operation that can be used to start the engine and turn on the air conditioner before getting in to make the cabin comfortable during cold winters and hot summers, as well as unlocking the doors from a remote location. To manage driving by family, the user can also receive notices when the vehicle is driven outside of a set time period, above a set speed, or outside a set area.