Friday 26 / April / 2024
Muscat: General Automotive Company (GAC), an official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Oman, announced the arrival of the 2018 Outlander GLX2400.
The 2400GLX, despite being the 5-seater entry-level model of the Outlander range, sports a wide range of convenience and safety features together with the now-familiar look and off-road prowess of the popular mid-sized crossover; allowing their owners to explore Oman in true comfort and style.
Commenting on the new 2018 Outlander, Manoj Ranade, the GM of General Automotive Company said, “The current Outlander is the third generation of the mid-size crossover from Mitsubishi, and was designed for the needs of today’s modern driver. It is a strategic, innovative and premium vehicle, developed around a versatile global platform and borne of a harmonious balancing of low environmental impact, advanced safety, comfortable driving, clever utility, and added convenience. As such, it has earned its place as one of the most popular models in our lineup. I expect the 2018 model to repeat this success.”
The Outlander GLX 2400comes with 2.4 L MIVEC, 4-cylinder engine featuring Mitsubishi’s innovative valve timing electronic control system. Producing 167PS at 6,000rpm and 22.6kgm of torque at 4,100rpm, and mated to a new generation continuously-variable transmission, this drivetrain offers improved acceleration, performance, shift feels and torque delivery.
This performance is further enhanced by Mitsubishi’s superior Multi-select 4WD system. The system that is electronically controlled and switches to 4WD on demand. The system also comes as standard with a 4WD Eco and lock modes, which perfectly balances the fine-tuned and environmentally-conscious performance of the engine. The front MacPherson strut and rear multi-link suspension plus weight-saving aluminium roof further contribute to the Outlander’s agile car-like handling and comfort, filling drivers with complete confidence while everyone enjoys an elevated view.
The current Outlander was the first Mitsubishi production vehicle to showcase the brand's then-new ‘Dynamic Shield’ design language. The new 2018 Outlander takes this a step further, featuring a number of exterior updates that further enhance its overall look. The end result is a vehicle with an aggressive front face styling, which together with the muscular fenders and aerodynamic body lines, makes the Outlander seem as if in motion even when stationary.
Perfectly complementing the sleek and exciting exterior styling is an updated interior with an ergonomic cockpit layout that has been designed for driving excitement. Spacious and inviting, the interior features premium quality materials and a range of features that set it apart from the crowd. These features include a dealer fitted rearview camera and Bluetooth system, automatic air-conditioning, 6-speaker audio system with USB support, and much more.
“In addition to these creature comforts, the Outlander is also amongst the safest vehicles in its class, featuring a range of safety equipment and features rarely found in vehicles at this price point. In fact, the 2018 Outlander was also named an IIHS Top Safety Pick winner by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US,” added Manoj.
Even in its base 2400GLX trim, the Outlander features a wide range of safety equipment as standard. These include an Anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), Driver and passenger airbags, active stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, and much more. All of these features, together with its robust body and the brand’s renowned crash protection standards, come together to establish the Outlander as amongst the safest vehicles in its class.
