Mitsubishi has updated – or it could be said upgraded – the gas-powered Outlander for the 2025 model year with a suite of new refinement features.

The plug-in hybrid version of the same compact three-row SUV will have to wait on the updates.

The updates are part of a mid-cycle refresh, so from the outside the Outlander remains the same Outlander, but gains a new level of sophistication.

The Outlander is also the cheapest available three-row SUV in Canada.

Let’s explore what’s new.

Interior

There’s a new Yamaha sound system, the first Yamaha sound system developed for a vehicle in the North American market.

New sound insulation materials reduce road noise by 0.5 dB and almost 6 dB in overall sound isolation compared to the 2025 Outlander, Mitsubishi said.

The use of steel for the hood and front fenders improves noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).

A redesigned centre console has a more functional area for wireless phone charging, plus there’s a larger armrest with more storage and revised transmission controls and drive mode selector as well as redesigned cup holders.

The seats get a more premium material, Mitsubishi said, and revised stitch patterns. Seats are now available in an all-new semi-aniline leather interior in Brick Brown or a new light grey synthetic interior with suede-like inserts. Ventilated seats are available for the first time as well.

Exterior

The Outlander gains new 18- and 20-inch alloy wheel designs.

The front grille and bumper gets revised, plus the SUV gains full-LED, smoked-finish tail lights and a new tri-coat paint shade. The new Moonstone Grey Metallic paint features three separate outer layers of colour.

Mitsubishi points out the new grille is smoother and more integrated for a clamshell-style hood. There’s also an available “Outlander” hood script.

Refinement

Mitsubishi said the 2025 Outlander gets a more precise power steering system and recalibrated springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bars for a better ride and improved handling.

The starting price is up by $1,000 over the 2024 model.

The starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price in 2025 is $35,598, which doesn’t include fees, levies or tax. The top-of-the-line GT Premium S-AWC model has a starting MSRP of $47,498. There are six trims to choose from.

All models get what Mitsubishi calls All-Wheel Control, seating up to seven people, full LED lighting outside, a 12.3-inch navigation screen Yamaha sound system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, multi-zone automatic climate control, and a suite of advanced safety features.

The Outlander is powered by a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine with 181 hp mated to constant velocity transmission.

The 2025 Outlander goes on sale in Canada on March 3.

For updates and full model details, visit the Mitsubishi Canada website.

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