Outlander refined: How Mitsubishi Motors has taken its award-winning SUV to the next level
When Mitsubishi Motors pulled the wraps off of its latest-generation Outlander SUV in 2022, the feedback it garnered was overwhelmingly positive. Journalists loved its luxurious interior, spacious cargo capacity and the craftsmanship that has come to be expected from a century-old Japanese manufacturer.
When it came time for a refresh three years later, Mitsubishi Motors didn’t need to reinvent the proverbial wheel, but rather, refine a vehicle that is so well-suited for the Canadian lifestyle.
The latest edition of the gas-powered Mitsubishi Outlander is more than a refresh — it’s a thoughtful evolution. With upgrades inspired by direct customer feedback, this SUV blends bold design, refined comfort and a promise of adventure, setting a new benchmark for family vehicles.
From its subtle but striking exterior updates to its upgraded interior and advanced technology, the 2025 Outlander is designed to meet the demands of modern families and adventure-seekers alike. Add to that Mitsubishi Motors’ legendary Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) and industry-leading warranty coverage, and it’s clear that the new Outlander is ready to take on any challenge.
When it came time for a refresh three years later, Mitsubishi Motors didn’t need to reinvent the proverbial wheel, but rather, refine a vehicle that is so well-suited for the Canadian lifestyle.
The latest edition of the gas-powered Mitsubishi Outlander is more than a refresh — it’s a thoughtful evolution. With upgrades inspired by direct customer feedback, this SUV blends bold design, refined comfort and a promise of adventure, setting a new benchmark for family vehicles.
From its subtle but striking exterior updates to its upgraded interior and advanced technology, the 2025 Outlander is designed to meet the demands of modern families and adventure-seekers alike. Add to that Mitsubishi Motors’ legendary Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) and industry-leading warranty coverage, and it’s clear that the new Outlander is ready to take on any challenge.
Exterior Updates
The 2025 Outlander makes a bold first impression with its refreshed exterior that sets it quite apart from other vehicles on the road. From a bold and confident front face to the jet-inspired tail lights, Outlander will not allow itself to be mistaken for just another SUV on the road.
New for 2025 is a switch to the use of steel for the hood and front fenders, from aluminum for the hood and plastic for the fenders on earlier models. This improves noise and vibration characteristics and ensures tighter production tolerances with more precise fit and finish, both aiding styling quality, improving customer satisfaction and reducing unwanted wind and road noise.
New for 2025 is a switch to the use of steel for the hood and front fenders, from aluminum for the hood and plastic for the fenders on earlier models. This improves noise and vibration characteristics and ensures tighter production tolerances with more precise fit and finish, both aiding styling quality, improving customer satisfaction and reducing unwanted wind and road noise.
Also new for 2025, a restyled front upper-grille portion is smoother and more integrated than in previous models. This smooth grille portion, while a small change, upgrades the front styling to elevate the overall front look of Outlander. The grille is now attached to the main grille/bumper area, rather than lifting with the hood, which again minimizes points where wind noise can be an issue and providing for tighter shut-lines and more crisp styling. Further enhancing the styling, the lower portion of the grille moves from flat black to gloss black, matching the finish of the upper grille. The front skid plate styling has also been refined, and now features a sophisticated dark grey finish. Finally, all trim lines now receive the high-grade LED headlamps that were previously reserved for the GT and GT-P trim lines, providing excellent nighttime illumination.
At the rear of the Outlander, the LED taillights are treated with a smoked finish delivering a rich, deep almost three-dimensional look to the lenses. Similar to the front, the rear skid plate styling receives refinement as well, in shape and colour.
For those seeking a bold aesthetic, the introduction of Moonstone Grey Metallic as a new colour option elevates the Outlander’s sophisticated elegance. It brings a sharp blue glow to the solid-like grey, delivering a striking blend of colour, depth and distinction.
Finally, the 2025 Outlander is now equipped with three all-new alloy wheel designs in either 18” or 20” sizes, depending on the trim. The entry ES and SE trim lines receive 18” painted alloy wheels while the LE trim line receives the same 18” alloy wheel, only now with a machine-finish appearance, providing further differentiation to this mid-grade trim line. All other trim lines get updated 20” wheels, making Outlander the only vehicle in its class to offer this size on half of its trim levels.
For those seeking a bold aesthetic, the introduction of Moonstone Grey Metallic as a new colour option elevates the Outlander’s sophisticated elegance. It brings a sharp blue glow to the solid-like grey, delivering a striking blend of colour, depth and distinction.
Finally, the 2025 Outlander is now equipped with three all-new alloy wheel designs in either 18” or 20” sizes, depending on the trim. The entry ES and SE trim lines receive 18” painted alloy wheels while the LE trim line receives the same 18” alloy wheel, only now with a machine-finish appearance, providing further differentiation to this mid-grade trim line. All other trim lines get updated 20” wheels, making Outlander the only vehicle in its class to offer this size on half of its trim levels.
Refined Interior
Inside, the updates are even more impressive. From the outset of developing the new 2025 Outlander, Mitsubishi Motors engineers knew they needed to listen to the voice of the customer. Customers had asked for attention to be paid to the small details in the interior such as better placement and sizing of the cupholders, a more secure area for wireless mobile phone charging and a larger armrest/centre console area with more storage. The updated interior delivers on all of these requests, with a design that improves ease of use and functionality, reflecting Mitsubishi Motors’ commitment to driver and passenger comfort.
The interior reflects Japanese “omotenashi,” a word that can loosely be translated to English as “hospitality,” but also suggests a level of thoughtfulness that goes beyond, to the point of anticipating a guest’s needs and wants.
The award-winning interior from earlier models is moved to a new level of sophistication for 2025, with materials and colors matched with high quality stitching on the instrument panel and door trim. Well thought-out storage spaces are designed for convenience, and subtle full LED interior lighting helps to deliver a calm, luxurious space for all occupants.
A new interior color — Brick Brown — is the highlight of the GT-P trim line. Since Outlander’s launch, the GT-P trim line has been lauded for its class-above interior, highlighted by semi-aniline leather-appointed seats, diamond stitching on the seats and door panels, and stitched details on the padded dash area. Brick Brown brings an even higher level of sophistication, befitting Outlander’s place as the flagship of Mitsubishi Motors’ lineup.
The mid-grade LE trim line also sees a new interior color, a light grey synthetic leather with suede-like fabric inserts. It is both attractive and durable, and this is the first time a lighter interior color has been offered on the Outlander LE.
The 2025 Outlander comes standard with heated front seats while ventilated front seats are also available for the first time in a Mitsubishi Motors vehicle. Second-row seats are available with heating as well.
All 25MY Outlander trim lines feature a new frameless rearview mirror, with a much sleeker design. Depending on the trim line, the frameless rearview mirror also features the return of HomeLink, allowing for integration of garage door remotes and other smart home functions. The top GT-P trim line takes it a step further, integrating a digital camera into the rearview mirror, providing unobstructed views to the rear, regardless of cargo or rear seat passengers.
The award-winning interior from earlier models is moved to a new level of sophistication for 2025, with materials and colors matched with high quality stitching on the instrument panel and door trim. Well thought-out storage spaces are designed for convenience, and subtle full LED interior lighting helps to deliver a calm, luxurious space for all occupants.
A new interior color — Brick Brown — is the highlight of the GT-P trim line. Since Outlander’s launch, the GT-P trim line has been lauded for its class-above interior, highlighted by semi-aniline leather-appointed seats, diamond stitching on the seats and door panels, and stitched details on the padded dash area. Brick Brown brings an even higher level of sophistication, befitting Outlander’s place as the flagship of Mitsubishi Motors’ lineup.
The mid-grade LE trim line also sees a new interior color, a light grey synthetic leather with suede-like fabric inserts. It is both attractive and durable, and this is the first time a lighter interior color has been offered on the Outlander LE.
The 2025 Outlander comes standard with heated front seats while ventilated front seats are also available for the first time in a Mitsubishi Motors vehicle. Second-row seats are available with heating as well.
All 25MY Outlander trim lines feature a new frameless rearview mirror, with a much sleeker design. Depending on the trim line, the frameless rearview mirror also features the return of HomeLink, allowing for integration of garage door remotes and other smart home functions. The top GT-P trim line takes it a step further, integrating a digital camera into the rearview mirror, providing unobstructed views to the rear, regardless of cargo or rear seat passengers.
Audio and Infotainment Upgrades
For the 2025 Outlander, Mitsubishi Motors is introducing all-new audio systems, co-developed with Yamaha across all trim lines, a groundbreaking collaboration that delivers studio-quality sound to every drive. This is the first Yamaha-branded in-car audio system to be sold in the North American market, and this system will immediately place itself at the pinnacle of in-car audio.
For the full story about the Yamaha audio systems specifically developed for the 2025 Outlander, read Private Concert Hall.
In addition, the Outlander debuts Mitsubishi Motors’ first application of SiriusXM 360L, an advanced satellite-streaming platform that combines live channels, on-demand content, and personalized recommendations for a truly dynamic entertainment experience.
An additional improvement for 2025 Outlander is the increase in size of the infotainment system screen. From the 8” or 9” screens offered in previous years (depending on trim), all trim lines of 2025 Outlander now feature a 12.3”-wide infotainment screen, providing much greater visibility and ease of use. All trim lines now come standard with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
For the full story about the Yamaha audio systems specifically developed for the 2025 Outlander, read Private Concert Hall.
In addition, the Outlander debuts Mitsubishi Motors’ first application of SiriusXM 360L, an advanced satellite-streaming platform that combines live channels, on-demand content, and personalized recommendations for a truly dynamic entertainment experience.
An additional improvement for 2025 Outlander is the increase in size of the infotainment system screen. From the 8” or 9” screens offered in previous years (depending on trim), all trim lines of 2025 Outlander now feature a 12.3”-wide infotainment screen, providing much greater visibility and ease of use. All trim lines now come standard with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Improved Driving Dynamics
With its legendary S-AWC system standard across all trim lines offered in Canada, the Mitsubishi Outlander has developed a reputation as a vehicle built for Canadian roads – both paved and unpaved – as well as the harsh winters. This advanced system enhances traction and stability, providing confidence on any terrain or in any weather condition.
But for 2025, Mitsubishi Motors engineers listened to the voice of the customer and worked to deliver a more precise steering feel, improved passenger comfort, and greater assurance in driving confidence through addressing ride and handling details.
To do this, engineers refined a number of suspension components for the 2025 model. First, to address ride improvement and reduction of initial bump impact,both springs and shock absorbers at the front and rear were re-tuned, with attention paid to both shock compression and rebound.
Additionally, a new tire specification was developed with a more compliant sidewall and a tread pattern best matched to the vehicle’s characteristics. Individually, these are all small changes, but when taken as a whole, the new 2025 Outlander is a more comfortable, quiet and reassuring way to travel.
To do this, engineers refined a number of suspension components for the 2025 model. First, to address ride improvement and reduction of initial bump impact,both springs and shock absorbers at the front and rear were re-tuned, with attention paid to both shock compression and rebound.
Additionally, a new tire specification was developed with a more compliant sidewall and a tread pattern best matched to the vehicle’s characteristics. Individually, these are all small changes, but when taken as a whole, the new 2025 Outlander is a more comfortable, quiet and reassuring way to travel.
Value-packed and Canada-ready
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander represents a thoughtful evolution in the SUV segment, addressing the needs of today’s families and adventurers. With its refined design, cutting-edge technology, and unwavering commitment to reliability, the Outlander offers more than just transportation—it provides an elevated driving experience.
Packed with value, the Outlander starts at $35,598 for the ES S-AWC, with the top-of-the-range GT Premium S-AWC selling for $47,498. As the names suggest, all six trim levels in the Outlander lineup come standard with Mitsubishi Motors’ Super All-Wheel Control system and a suite of safety-focused Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The vehicle is also covered by Mitsubishi’s 10-year/160,000 km Powertrain Limited Vehicle Warranty, 5-year/100,000 km New Vehicle Limited Warranty and 5-year/Unlimited km Roadside Assistance.
Packed with value, the Outlander starts at $35,598 for the ES S-AWC, with the top-of-the-range GT Premium S-AWC selling for $47,498. As the names suggest, all six trim levels in the Outlander lineup come standard with Mitsubishi Motors’ Super All-Wheel Control system and a suite of safety-focused Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The vehicle is also covered by Mitsubishi’s 10-year/160,000 km Powertrain Limited Vehicle Warranty, 5-year/100,000 km New Vehicle Limited Warranty and 5-year/Unlimited km Roadside Assistance.