2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Car Seat Friendly

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The Mitsubishi Outlander has been redesigned for 2014.  The IIHS Top Safety Pick + is very child friendly especially for car seats.  It now features higher-quality materials in the interior and a sleeker, sporty looking exterior.  Like the previous models it can either fit 5 passengers in two rows or seven with an optional third row.  Despite the stiff seat leather, the two sets of lower latch anchors in the second row, are actually quite easy to reach.  The forward facing convertible car seat, installed easily in the second row, and the front passenger did not have to move their seat up to accommodate the seat.  The booster seat also fit well in the second row, and the seat belt buckles are on rigid stalks, making it easier for kids to use independently.  Visit http://goo.gl/KJmGRC to see more of what cars.com loved about the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. 

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Protecting the Valuables in Your Car

All Mitsubishi vehicles have top notch available security systems, but you can never be too careful.  Car security is just as important as car safety, to ensure that your valuables stay safe and secure in your vehicle, follow these tips from http://goo.gl/kTBdOx:


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1. Lock your doors - Always lock your doors both inside and outside your vehicle.  Locking your doors is the most basic and obvious step of car safety.  A high percentage of car break-ins are due to negligence or carelessness.
2. Park in a well-lit, public area - Be aware of where you park your car, even the loudest alarms and sturdiest car doors are no match for a determined thief with a crowbar.
3. Don't store valuables in your car - Even if your car is insured, it is likely that your valuables are not.  Even if you feel you parked your car in a safe environment, it is smart to keep your valuables on you at all times.  If you do need to store them in your car, make sure they are out of plain sight, like in your glove compartment, under the seat or even in the trunk. 
4. Be alert -  Be alert of your surroundings when walking back to your car.  Some thieves will view you as their way into your car.  If you feel unsafe call a friend while walking and have your keys in your hand, so you can get into your car faster.

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The Importance of a First Aid Kit in Your Car



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It is very important to make sure you always have a first aid kit in your vehicle at all times.  Whether you are planning a trip across the country or just running the daily errands, a first aid kit is an important item to bring along.  While cars have made our lives much more convenient they are still very dangerous.  You can make your own first aid kit out of a tackle box for fishing, or even an art supply box works well.  Consult the list below from http://goo.gl/pn43em 
when packing your first aid kit, and you will be ready for any minor mishap along the way.

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•First aid manual, including basic CPR instruction
•Stretch bandage
•Adhesive bandages
•Sterile gauze
•Adhesive tape
•Cotton balls
•Antiseptic wipes/creams/solutions
•Burn ointment
•Petroleum jelly
•Antibiotic cream
•Hydrocortisone cream
•Calamine lotion
•Antihistamine cream such as Benadryl (children's version, too, for bug bites)
•Large, square piece of material to make a basic sling
•Tweezers
•Sharp scissors
•Razor blade or knife
•Latex gloves
•Instant cold packs
•Prescription medications in child-proof bottles
•Syrup of ipecac (talk with your doctor about use)
•Thermometer
•Acetaminophen and aspirin (never give aspirin to children under 12)
•Antacid
•Water bottle
•Saline solution for contact lens wearers
•Eye wash
•Moist towelettes/wipes
•Soap
•Insect repellent
•Sunscreen
•Small mirror
•A list of emergency phone numbers
•Medical history in case of emergency

Mitsubishi Montero Could Return 2016

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According to an article on leftlanenews.com the Mitsubishi Montero could return to the U.S. in 2016.  Mitsubishi has been experiencing a lot of success with its other SUV the Outlander, which could be a reason for bringing the Montero back into the line-up.  The Montero remains in production in other parts of the world, but hasn't been produce since 2006 in the U.S. market.  Ten years could be enough for this SUV that looks to add diversity to Mitsubishi's SUV market.  With delays in the plan for a Gallant-replacing mid-size sedan, it could be the perfect time to bring back the Montero nameplate to the U.S. automobile market.
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Customer Reviews

It seems like the great reviews for the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander are going to continue to roll in.  It is becoming very hard to find a bad review, the internet is just getting flooded with praise for our newly designed Outlander!  The Outlander combines performance and safety, and was awarded the IIHS top Safety Pick +.  Read some reviews maybe you will want to buy your own.


Vancouver Sun [Canada], 7/2/2013
"Compared with the outgoing model, the new interior is light years ahead. Materials are improved, the ergonomics are better and the cabin is quite a bit quieter than in previous generations."
"That quietness was put to the test during a test drive from Vancouver to Squamish, B.C., that included a good chunk of off-roading over gravel roads and some rather rough terrain. Despite the twists and turns putting strain on the chassis, the cabin remained pretty silent other than the groans of its occupants as we went over some shock-inducing rocks."
"The off-roading also let us test out Mitsubishi�€ ™s two four-wheel drive systems: All-Wheel Control on ES and SE trims and Super All-Wheel Control on the GT. Both handled the terrain without any issues, going up and coming back down from 2,000 feet above sea level."
Nanaimo Daily News [Canada], 7/3/2013 online
"The revised bi-level nose is much neater with a shallow two-bar chrome grille flanked by integrated headlight clusters. The lower air intake is much less obtrusive than the previous model while the body sides are smoother with a simple style ridge defining the 'waist' that runs from the headlights to the taillights. The overall impression is mature and conservative rather than the bold and daring look of the previous model."
"The wind-cheating profile with roof grooves and rear roof spoiler is seven per cent more efficient, registering a remarkably low 0.33 co-efficient of drag (as good or better than some sports coupes). Combined with a reduction in overall weight and a more efficient powertrain, the 2014 Outlander now delivers best-in-class fuel economy."
"One thing I always appreciate in Mitsubishi models is the driver oriented cockpit design. All the controls and gauges are logically placed, easy to read and reach."
"The Sportronic transmission will do all the work or you can enjoy a greater measure of control - and fun - by using the magnesium paddle shifters. Greater use of sound deadening materials makes the cabin quiet as a vault and the new electric power steering is light and direct."
"When the second and third rows are folded flat you get a very useful 1,792 liters (63.3 cu-ft) of cargo capacity. And new for 2014 is the one-piece power lift gate that makes stowing and going much easier. "

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Satisfied Customers

Mitsubishi is very proud of all the awards and praise that the New Outlander is receiving.  It is receiving stellar reviews all over the internet.  We would like to share a few of these them with you here. 

automedia 6/26/2013
"The new Outlander is seven-percent more aerodynamic than the outgoing vehicle, and that helps fuel economy."
"The Outlander's ride ... is quite good, as the suspension soaks up most bumps quite well."
"Mitsubishi has added more sound-deadener for a quieter environment, the dash is covered in a substantial soft-touch material, and buyers can opt for niceties such as heated seats and leather upholstery. We like the dashboard design and control layout, too. The center stack is angled toward the driver, and the controls are easy to use and locate."
"It is the most fuel-efficient seven-passenger crossover on the market."

Scripps Howard News Service (syndicated, New York Newsday, et. al.) 6/27/2013
"The CVT on the four-banger transmits the engine's power smoothly with no shift points and no sense that the transmission is slipping, as with some CVT units."
"With either engine, the electric power steering provides solid straight-line tracking and good control around corners."
"The suspension system delivers a decent ride with enough stiffness to prevent heeling over around curves."
"Inside, the ambiance is quiet with a near total lack of wind or mechanical noise, abetted by generous applications of sound-deadening materials. Instruments and controls are functional and laid out in a simply designed dash that, on the test car, featured classy faux wood-grain accents."
"Outboard seats in back, which have adjustable backrests, are comfortable with plenty of head and knee room."

wheels.ca [Canada] (syndicated, Toronto Star, et. al.) 6/28/2013
"Like most SUV third rows, it’s pretty cramped back there, but it’s easy to access and offers more space than before. Your kids won’t mind it at all."
"Cough up an extra $5,000 for the GT and you’ll get all the stuff of premium dreams: lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control and a surprisingly effective “forward-collision mitigation” system that will jam on the brakes up to 20 km/h when you don’t notice the stopped car in front."
"I drove the GT on an off-road course here and it proved quite capable of handling the rough cottage roads that will be the limit for most owners."
"On the dirt, it seemed to work well. We drove up and down and all around a fairly challenging track and never got stuck, which is all that really matters."
"The most important drive, however, is on the road, where the Outlander was certainly comfortable and had very little roll around the corners. It helps that the new SUV has a retuned suspension, as well as more high-tensile steel in its chassis to shave about 100 kg from the previous generation."
"The second-row seats are plenty big enough for adults, now that they’ve added an extra 170 mm to the legroom. The scooped ceiling provides decent head room back there, and the seats drop in a 60/40 split for 1,792 liters of cargo room when they’re laying almost flat, and 968 liters when they’re up. There’s even 292 liters of room behind the third-row seats when they’re all up, which is pretty generous."
"I could have driven all over Oregon quite happily in the Mitsubishi....It’s very comfortable, quiet and well-equipped, and the cabin materials are of the highest quality."
"Even the basic model, which we’re otherwise ignoring here, comes right out of the box with Bluetooth connectivity, heated front seats and keyless entry."
"The larger Outlander is a worthy contender all the same, and you shouldn’t dismiss it just because you’re a snob for a name. Even if your last six cars were all Mercedes."


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New 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Designated an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

Mitsubishi is demonstrating consistent excellence by earning an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ for the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander.  Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. was honored to learn that its completely redesigned Outlander received this award for the second year in a row. Mitsubishi Motors is the only automobile manufacturer to have its entire SUV lineup named as IIHS 2013 "Top Safety Pick +" award winners.  Only 3 of the 15 vehicles tested in the Small SUV segment received the + distinction.  2 of the 3 vehicles are produced by Mitsubishi Motors, the 7 passenger 2014 Outlander and the 5 passenger Outlander Sport both received this honorable accolade in June.  Receiving this award indicates that these vehicles offer superior crash protection and meet the tougher crash safety standers set by the non-profit vehicle research and crash test ratings agency.  The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rates vehicles as “good,” “acceptable,” “marginal” or “poor” based on performance in a moderate overlap frontal crash, small overlap frontal crash, side impact, rollover, plus evaluations of seat/head restraints for protection against neck injuries in rear impacts. The “Top Safety Pick+” requires a vehicle to score a “good” rating in at least four of the five tests and no less than an “acceptable” in the fifth test.  The Outlander is one of only two Small SUVs that achieve a rating of "good" in all 5 categories of the new test.  The 2014 Outlander tested notably well in the small overlap frontal crash portion of the test, which was just added this year.  The success of the new Outlander can be attributed to the many advance high-tech design features including the increased use of high-tensile steel and Mitsubishi's patented Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) safety body construction. 

Starting at an MSRP of only $22,995, the new 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with a long list of standard features (including seating for seven) and is one of the most fuel efficient crossover vehicles in its class with an EPA fuel mileage rating of 31 mpg highway.  For more information about the all new 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander please visit media.mitsubishicars.com. 

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