What features would you like to see added to the Outlander PHEV in the future?

[Jedinsky]

Add your thoughts/suggestions, and maybe someone at mitsubishi might see this eventually.

Minor (easy) improvements:

AVAS to only be active when in "drive" or "reverse", it shouldn't be active when in "park" and the handbrake is on.

A tachometer would be great to recapture the "petrol feel". (completely unneccesary, but people like it, its a way to make customers happy for under $100)

A digital temperature gauge for the engine that reads directly from the block in case of coolant loss. (basically the same as "EngineGuard" temperature sensors, but without needing to be installed aftermarket).

An "efficiency gauge" that gives a rough estimate of the engine's thermal efficiency under current operating conditions so that drivers can satisfy their pathological urge to maximise efficiency. minimal cost to implement, very satisfying for customers.

A "camp mode" that turns off lights and unneccesary noise, with a "partial recirculate" option for the airconditioner that introduces some fresh air to prevent CO2 buildup, and maybe an "inverter only" mode for use in blackouts.

More intuitive power modes; keep "EV", "Charge" and "Save" modes, but replace "normal" mode with two options, one being a "max range" mode to automatically maximise range, and the other being a "max acceleration" mode that prioritises power output and keeps the engine idling for the fastest possible throttle response. by far the most disappointing thing about "power" mode in the wheel selector is when you stop at lights or a roundabout and the engine turns off.

Major (complex) improvements:

A bigger built-in inverter (3kw , maybe more. 10A from each 240v outlet would be perfect)

A much bigger battery (60KWh or more) so it can self-charge via the engine at peak efficiency, and provide far more power from the battery in EV mode, potentially paired with more powerful electric motors in an EVO variant.

A "charge another EV" option where you can use the outlander's petrol engine to fast-charge another vehicle (useful for roadside-assist, and families that own both an Outlander PHEV and a regular EV)

A commercially available high power portable V2L system to pair with the "charge another EV" option, to supply tens of kilowatts of AC power (3-phase) to worksites without grid access or hospitals/buildings during natural disasters. high powered diesel generators become highly sought after in natural disasters, and if an Outlander PHEV can step into that role it may be a strong selling point for any organisation that occasionally needs a 20+kw generator.

A mitsubishi-approved LPG & Natural Gas conversion kit (offered at dealerships) to enable running on both petrol and LPG and natural gas, some people have natural gas piped directly to their houses and have generators that run on methane, if future models of the Outlander PHEV had the ability to run their engine on methane/LPG to charge the battery, it'd be another great selling point, more than just a car; energy security on wheels.

 

[PHEV07]

Add your thoughts/suggestions, and maybe someone at mitsubishi might see this eventually.

Personally i'd want the AVAS to only be active when in "drive" or "reverse", it shouldn't be active when in "park" and the handbrake is on.

A bigger built-in inverter (3kw , maybe more. 10A from each 240v outlet would be perfect)

A "camp mode" that turns off lights and unneccesary noise, with a "partial recirculate" option for the airconditioner that introduces some fresh air to prevent CO2 buildup, and maybe an "inverter only" mode for use in blackouts.

More intuitive power modes; keep "EV", "Charge" and "Save" modes, but replace "normal" mode with two options, one being a "max range" mode to automatically maximise range, and the other being a "max acceleration" mode that prioritises power output and keeps the engine idling for the fastest possible throttle response. by far the most disappointing thing about "power" mode in the wheel selector is when you stop at lights or a roundabout and the engine turns off.

A much bigger battery (60KWh or more) so it can self-charge via the engine at peak efficiency, and provide far more power from the battery in EV mode, potentially paired with more powerful electric motors in an EVO variant.

A "charge another EV" option where you can use the outlander's petrol engine to fast-charge another vehicle (useful for roadside-assist, and families that own both an Outlander PHEV and a regular EV)

A commercially available high power portable V2L system to pair with the "charge another EV" option, to supply tens of kilowatts of AC power (3-phase) to worksites without grid access or hospitals/buildings during natural disasters. high powered diesel generators become highly sought after in natural disasters, and if an Outlander PHEV can step into that role it may be a strong selling point for any organisation that occasionally needs a 20+kw generator.

A mitsubishi-approved LPG & Natural Gas conversion kit (offered at dealerships) to enable running on both petrol and LPG and natural gas, some people have natural gas piped directly to their houses and have generators that run on methane, if future models of the Outlander PHEV had the ability to run their engine on methane/LPG to charge the battery, it'd be another great selling point, more than just a car; energy security on wheels.

This should be fun.

First and foremost I can no longer trust Mitsubishi to make a good or reliable PHEV for cold weather operation.

Mitsubishi used to be the leader in producing a great PHEV that worked well in hot and cold weather.

But since they released the 2023 2024 and 2025, Mitsubishi has failed terribly by not including an embedded Resistive Heater in the Battery Pack and for removing the Ceramic Heater for the Cab.

So if someone from Mitsubishi were to read this and if they wanted to regain our trust in the Mitsubishi Brand again, below is a list of items that should be included for future PHEVs

1) Reapply the embedded Battery Heater into the Battery Pack

2) Add back the Cab Heater but increase it to 9kWh and have it selectable to 3/6/9 kWh and allow the driver to select the amount of heat required.

4) Keep the Heat Pump but allow the driver to turn it off at Temperatures below -13'C. (Save the Battery Charge since no useable heat is produced)

5) Increase the Main Drive Battery to 24 kWh, with future plan for 30kWh.

6) Double the Inverter power to allow 1500 Watts per Receptacle. (North America Market)

7) Remove the CHAdeMO and J1772 and replace them with a NACS plug. Include a NACS to J1772 Adapter.

8) Increase the Charging rate to at least 7.4kWh

9) Car Screen should Display more EV related information like How many kWh were received by the Battery during the Charge. Battery Temperature should be displayed in Units not a bar grapgh

10) My Connect App needs to be upgraded to display the Battery Temperature. Allow for remotely starting the ICE.


If Mitsubishi wants to survive, then it needs to release the All Electric Mitsubishi Airtrek into the North American Market, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Perhaps I should copy my list and mail it to Santa Clause because I doubt that Mitsubishi Motor Corporation listens to their Customers anymore.

Dear Santa

I really, truly, would like.............

 

[BruceHF]

Apart from all the above I would add:
- On the front sun visors add the extra extension so that when you swing it out over the passenger door windows you can extend the inserted plastic visor so you don't have to lean forward because the actual visor is too short to protect the sun from still getting into you eyes. (Older vehicles had them) guess it was 'cost saving' sothey removed them)
- Maybe a Sunglass holder maybe near the internal review mirror?

 

[tbowler352]

Drop CHAdeMo in favor of whatever’s the most widely accepted new charging standard at the time. Probably NAS ?

 

[jpetro]

Great thoughts everyone,. Another one to add to list: Activate passenger side view camera when you are making a right turn triggered by your turn signal. My wife's Honda has it, and it is awesome feature, particularly when you can't see over the PHEV high profile hood. I would think they could do that with a firmware update to current models.

 

[PHEV07]

Drop CHAdeMo in favor of whatever’s the most widely accepted new charging standard at the time. Probably NAS ?

Yes. NACS (North American Charging System)

 

[Jedinsky]

Apart from all the above I would add:
- On the front sun visors add the extra extension so that when you swing it out over the passenger door windows you can extend the inserted plastic visor so you don't have to lean forward because the actual visor is too short to protect the sun from still getting into you eyes. (Older vehicles had them) guess it was 'cost saving' sothey removed them)
- Maybe a Sunglass holder maybe near the internal review mirror?

sunglasses holder, you mean like this? 2024 has it, not sure about others.

 

[ronnieracoon]

This should be fun.

First and foremost I can no longer trust Mitsubishi to make a good or reliable PHEV for cold weather operation.

Mitsubishi used to be the leader in producing a great PHEV that worked well in hot and cold weather.

But since they released the 2023 2024 and 2025, Mitsubishi has failed terribly by not including an embedded Resistive Heater in the Battery Pack and for removing the Ceramic Heater for the Cab.

So if someone from Mitsubishi were to read this and if they wanted to regain our trust in the Mitsubishi Brand again, below is a list of items that should be included for future PHEVs

1) Reapply the embedded Battery Heater into the Battery Pack

2) Add back the Cab Heater but increase it to 9kWh and have it selectable to 3/6/9 kWh and allow the driver to select the amount of heat required.

4) Keep the Heat Pump but allow the driver to turn it off at Temperatures below -13'C. (Save the Battery Charge since no useable heat is produced)

5) Increase the Main Drive Battery to 24 kWh, with future plan for 30kWh.

6) Double the Inverter power to allow 1500 Watts per Receptacle. (North America Market)

7) Remove the CHAdeMO and J1772 and replace them with a NACS plug. Include a NACS to J1772 Adapter.

8) Increase the Charging rate to at least 7.4kWh

9) Car Screen should Display more EV related information like How many kWh were received by the Battery during the Charge. Battery Temperature should be displayed in Units not a bar grapgh

10) My Connect App needs to be upgraded to display the Battery Temperature. Allow for remotely starting the ICE.


If Mitsubishi wants to survive, then it needs to release the All Electric Mitsubishi Airtrek into the North American Market, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Perhaps I should copy my list and mail it to Santa Clause because I doubt that Mitsubishi Motor Corporation listens to their Customers anymore.

Dear Santa

I really, truly, would like.............

I have been a member of user groups for many years and I do not understand why Japanese/ Korean companies don't show up and offer input and recommendations on these forums. They have a captive group of loyal buyers with many of the same issues. They just don't seem to give a damn about mining this group for feedback and future development.

 

[BruceHF]

sunglasses holder, you mean like this? 2024 has it, not sure about others.

Nope; my 2020 does not have anything like that so they obviously listened to someone

 

[NAMS_GSR]

Supercharged/ turbo 2.5L engine. Thank you Santa
Oh an app that works with the ZM model in Australia

 

[mellobob]

sunglasses holder, you mean like this? 2024 has it, not sure about others.

I have this in my '23 GT. Could be the trim level?

 

[PHEV07]

I have this in my '23 GT. Could be the trim level?

My 2018 GT did not havs a Sunglass Holder cubby. My 2022 GT did and now 2024 GT also has it.

 

[Ken Butcher]

My 2018 UK model has one - and very useful it is too. No more fumbling in the glove box.

 

[Grandad]

This should be fun.

First and foremost I can no longer trust Mitsubishi to make a good or reliable PHEV for cold weather operation.

Mitsubishi used to be the leader in producing a great PHEV that worked well in hot and cold weather.

But since they released the 2023 2024 and 2025, Mitsubishi has failed terribly by not including an embedded Resistive Heater in the Battery Pack and for removing the Ceramic Heater for the Cab.

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The first portion of your response capture my sentiments as well. Beyond that I would say there is nothing Mitsubishi could do to recapture my trust - fool me once...

They misrepresented the vehicle I was sold, knowingly put a vehicle on the market that was unfit for purpose in areas where it was sold, have continue to sell essentially the same vehicle up to the '25 model year, and have refused to make it right leaving customers with legal action as their only recourse.

 

[Jedinsky]

The first portion of your response capture my sentiments as well. Beyond that I would say there is nothing Mitsubishi could do to recapture my trust - fool me once...

They misrepresented the vehicle I was sold, knowingly put a vehicle on the market that was unfit for purpose in areas where it was sold, have continue to sell essentially the same vehicle up to the '25 model year, and have refused to make it right leaving customers with legal action as their only recourse.

I can't say a bad word about the dealership i went through (in australia), they were better than i was expecting, but i've heard some real horror stories about dealerships in canada. australia does have some pretty strong consumer protections laws though so that may have something to do with it. the main problem is that the outlander PHEV (recent models) are NOT cold weather vehicles, they're amazing in hot climates but should not be sold anywhere it snows.

as for Mitsubishi Motors Company, i'm mostly satisfied with the engineering of the 2024, my only real gripe engineering wise is the burnt clutch smell when using self-charge mode. i'm deeply dissapointed with MMC's lack of transparency regarding information about the vehicle, and seriously wondering if the software/interface was designed by someone who has never laid eyes on a car or computer in their lives.

i think PHEVs in their current form will be outcompeted by "EVs with petrol generators" when manufacturers start adding the option of a 20-40kw petrol generator that fits in the "frunk" and can charge the batteries while you drive, 80% customers seem to want basically just an EV with the option of petrol in emergencies, but current PHEVs are designed as "hybrid cars you can charge at home" that run best when you use petrol and electric simultaneously, and i think thats one of the big causes of customer dissatisfaction.

the biggest thing holding back EVs is the fact that manufacturers are too stupid to put a 30kw petrol generator in the front of every vehicle, and governments are too stupid to let them, because "muh emissions" even though those same governments can't be bothered fixing the grid to handle the increased demand that EV adoption will bring. the efficiency gain from having direct mechanical drive at above 70km/h doesn't justify the increased mechanical complexity or cost, especially for the 80% of customers who want to run pure electric 99% of the time. for the same cost, they could just switch to a 60kwh battery and solve pretty much all the issues, because by having bigger batteries they could use cheaper batteries because they wouldn't need such a high C rating (you need a C rating of 5 to pull 100kw from a 20kwh battery, a 60kwh battery only needs a C rating of 2 to pull 100kw), it'd also solve the battery life issues caused by fast charging and self-charging.

 

[Zulu67MP]

Specs holder ... My 2017 5hs (UK) has a slot behind the sun visor that I've assumed is for sunglasses, but it's too tight for a frame to fit into it. That said, it holds my frameless clip-ons by one lens OK ... though perhaps it's not for that at all?

 

[BIKERMGA]

2019 NA GT model does not have a place for sunglasses.
I wish it also had two position memory for the driver’s seat.
I also hate it that the switches like the rear door hatch are not lit when you turn off, which you have to do to open it. Those additional switches to the left and below the steering wheel are hard to see. As are the seat warmer switches when you are driving!

 

[crun]

A middle seat at the front instead of a 1L useless box. I know this will come as an astonishing revelation to car manufacturers, but I have to transport these things called "kids" and more generally people.
Alternatively a big hole full of nothing between the seats like the Colt had.

 

[BobK]

I have this in my '23 GT. Could be the trim level?

I go over toll bridges regularly and use the sunglasses holder of my 2023 SEL to hold the toll transponder. Works great.

 

[MrBo]

New owner, 2021 GT, USA. So far I am liking the newer rig, comfy ride, PHEV is nice. The top of my wish list would be to have a bigger battery and/or fuel tank. 25 miles on battery and 11.5 gallons is just not enough! Also remote start, and TPMS with displayed tire pressure, and lastly have my operating settings be remembered between driving sessions and not having to reset the regen Bx mode after using the cruise control. Thoughts?