2004 Mitsubishi Outlander Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
All the basics, including comfort, confident handling and unique style, are in place, and with a much needed increase in power the Outlander now has the juice to keep up with its rivals.
Pros
Roomy interior, comfortable ride, peppy around town, solid handling.
Cons
No manual gearbox, distracting audio controls, less cargo capacity than competitors.
What's New for 2004
The Outlander's 2.4-liter engine receives a much needed boost in power -- it now makes 160 horsepower.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great car for the money!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I have owned several Mitsubishi. Only money I spent on my cars have been the expected maintenance items. A very economical vehicles.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Snappy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LS AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
When I went to get financed for a car they said this is all I could get. (had a dying 95 escort). Wanted sporty and got it in sleeper mode. Has awesome handling. I have driven trucks and SUV's before but this handles like a car. It's interior could use a little help. Every thing rattles when have the bass up on the stereo.
Favorite Features
Sport-tronic transmission.
Suggested Improvements
more wore on interior.
Poor paint quality, Nice car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
Overall, I like my outlander, but my paint started fading within 2 years of owning it. I took it to the dealer who told me it was because of the "texas sun". Needless to say, it is paid off now, 4 years old and looks pretty shabby on the outside. All the plastic parts are more pink than red. I am not happy. But, the interior is nice, laid out well. I have room for my car seat and one other adult in backseat. Cargo room is sufficient for a smaller suv. I am unhappy that at 50,000 miles I am considering A NEW PAINT JOB.
Favorite Features
Height, not too high, not too low
Suggested Improvements
Better paint, better gas mileage, More power, v6 option
Love it!! Love it!! Love it!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I will never make fun of a heated leather seat again, I can't live without them! I keep warm and they are easy to clean up after the dog has been in the car with her muddy paws! Sporty, clean look, fun to drive, easy to maintain! And not bad at all on gas & I drive all over town! And I got a heck of a deal( New ) and will buy this model again! I strongly suggest it to you! You can't go wrong! And it kinda looks like the Lexus SUV, hehehe!
Favorite Features
Heated seats, leather seats & electric moon roof.
Suggested Improvements
Drop the price on the newer models so I can afford another one when I need it in a few years.
The car is good
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LS AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
Review
I have been continously suprised by the performance of my Outlander. We recently came over the mountains in the snow and the car performed remarkabley. I am able go faster than is safe and able to get up to speed and keep up with other higher performing cars that is acceptable. My wife and I purchased this car for her benefit, she wanted a car she was comfortable with in terms of size. I initially wanted to get the endeavor, but I think the outlander was a better purchase in terms of cost and efficiency.
Favorite Features
I like the option of being able to used the auto-manual shift feature. This feature allows me to have better control over getting up to speed in various driving conditions (snow, hills, wanting to drive fast, etc).
Suggested Improvements
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