Mitsubishi Will Let Australia Play With The New Outlander RX

Mitsubishi has announced their plans to introduce the 2010 Outlander RX into the Australian market. The RX will be based on the Outlander LS and it will have a new front bumper, new fog lights, aggressive side sills, a new rear air dam and 18-inch wheels.

There will be a chrome exhaust tip and privacy glass to end the look off.

Inside will boast leather, along with silver painted floor console panels. There will be Bluetooth connectivity and a keyless entry system.

Power will come from a 2.4-litre MIVEC four-cylinder engine with 125kW and 226Nm of torque. The power will go to all four wheels through a continuously variable transmission.

Pricing will be $38,475 AUD.

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Press Release

Mitsubishi Releases Special Edition Outlander RX

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced the release of an Outlander RX special edition model. With unique interior and exterior specifications, the Outlander RX is a stylish new vehicle offering exceptional value for money.

Based on the 2010MY LS variant, the RX Outlander adds distinctive features to present a striking appearance. The exterior of the Outlander RX features a redesigned front bumper and fog lights, 18 inch seven-spoke alloy wheels, along with unique side and rear air dams. Finishing touches include silver painted exterior door handles, a chrome exhaust tip and privacy glass.

On the inside, this visually appealing vehicle includes unique leather and sports mesh seat trim, silver painted floor console panels and chrome interior door handles. And, to complete the package the RX Outlander adds safety and practicality with its advanced Bluetooth 2.0 functionality and smart key (keyless operation system).

MMAL vice president of brand and marketing, Paul Unerkov, said the special edition Outlander RX is in a class of its own.

“This attention grabbing vehicle offers great street presence, drivability and functionality.”

The Outlander RX is limited to 500 units only and is available in the choice of three colours – Black Mica and Cool Silver, and White Pearl which is exclusive to the RX.

Outlander RX features the 2.4L MIVEC engine, with CVT auto transmission as well as Mitsubishi’s All Wheel Control 4wd System, Dual SRS airbags, ABS Brakes with EBD, Active Stability Control, Active Traction Control and Hill Start Control.

The Outlander RX is available now for $38,475.00 from over 200 Mitsubishi dealerships Australia wide and is covered by Mitsubishi’s industry-leading 5 year / 130,000km, 10 year/160,000km non-transferrable drive-train warranty and 5 year/130,000 roadside assist as standard.

*Prices listed are vehicle the only price before adding dealer and statutory charges