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So many families are upgrading to an SUV with seven seats these days, because of practicality, space and performance.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has grown in popularity among families, due to its excellent value, and practical size somewhere between a medium and large SUV.

Previous generations of the Mitsubishi Outlander was synonymous with value for money, and the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is no exception. Read on to find out why so many families have decided to make the Mitsubishi Outlander their new family car.

Interior space

Front Row

The interior of the all-new Mitsubishi Outlander improves on previous generations.

The driver and front passenger seat are electrically adjusted, and have lumbar support, heating and a memory function that will remember your preferences.

The standard model comes with a big panoramic sunroof, three-zone climate control,  and a digital instrument cluster.

The interior of the Mitsubishi Outlander has taken comfort into consideration. The padded steering wheel is nice to grip, and there are comfortable areas for your arms and elbows to rest. The front row seats are ergonomically designed, giving you a wholesome driving experience for the whole family.

Second Row

Although the Mitsubishi Outlander is officially classed as a medium SUV, the second row offers plenty of extra space. This row comes with its own air vents, and sunblinds on the doors. There are also climate controls and USB ports for charging devices.

The seats can recline quire far back, and the base can also slide forward.

Third Row

The third-row seats are perfect for children as it offers less legroom, however, this space can be increased by sliding the second-row seats forward.

Cargo Space

What the Mitsubishi Outlander lacks for in legroom, it makes up for in cargo capacity. With the rear seats folded, the boot space is 478 L (in five seats mode). The boot also hides the full-sized spare tyre and wheel replacement equipment.

Infotainment and Connectivity

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has a 9-inch touch screen infotainment system that will keep the whole family satisfied. It uses new-generation Nissan hardware and software.

The infotainment system can connect to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and comes with satellite navigation and radio.

The system is easy to navigate for even the greatest technophobe. The touch screen, dials and steering wheel controls make it easy to switch between radio, connected devices and navigation.

The head-up display projects an image onto the windscreen in front of the driver's seat which is unobtrusive to the driver.

Safety and Technology

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is yet to receive an official safety rating, however, the previous generation Outlander received excellent ratings.

The Mitsubishi Outlander comes standard with automatic headlights, autonomous emergency braking, active cruise control, rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, eight airbags (note - there are no curtain airbags for the rear passengers), traffic sign recognition, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, lane keep assist and cameras to assist with parking in the front and rear.

Driving the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

The petrol engine and automatic transmission gearbox makes for a smooth ride, providing plenty of power. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that is perfect for a family on the go.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is very responsive, yet reliable. The engine is smooth and runs quietly.

The gear shifts are also smooth. The responsive steering wheel in the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is contributed to the "Super All Wheel Drive Control" which brake individual wheels, helping the car turn tight corners.

If you are taking the family out of town and down some dirt roads, then the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander offers perfect suspension, making it smoothly over rough roads.

Standard Features

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander range comes with the following standard features:

• heated front seats

• roof rails

• rain-sensing windscreen wipers

• power-folding mirrors

• adaptive cruise control

• keyless entry

• stylish leather upholstery

  
  

Conclusion

If you are looking for a seven-seat SUV that is practical and safe, then the new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is the perfect choice for any family.

This car offers high value, comfort, a stylish interior and exterior, and an excellent driving experience. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander cost more than the previous model, but it is on par with similar family SUVs that cost a lot more.

All in all, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is well worth a look for any family looking to buy a new car.