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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander: Outlandish no longer

If there's an award for most-improved vehicle, this year's winner is undoubtedly the redesigned Outlander.

Craig Cole
Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars team. A lifelong resident of Michigan, he's as happy with a wrench or welding gun in hand as he is in front of the camera or behind a keyboard. When not hosting videos or cranking out features and reviews, he's probably out in the garage working on one of his project cars. He's fully restored a 1936 Ford V8 sedan and then turned to resurrecting another flathead-powered relic, a '51 Ford Crestliner. Craig has been a proud member of the Automotive Press Association (APA) and the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA).
Craig Cole
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The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is essentially a Nissan Rogue underneath. 

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This interior is absolutely lovely, with a tasteful design and upscale materials.

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Not everyone will love the new Outlander's front end, but it looks much better in person than it does in photos.

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The backseat is comfortable and reasonably spacious.

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A 2.5-liter four-cylinder is the only engine offered, providing 181 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque.

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No, the engine is not terribly spunky, but it is smooth and efficient. 

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The Outlander is available with 20-inch wheels.

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As infotainment systems go, this one is speedy and straightforward. 

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The new Outlander looks great from certain angles, especially in profile.

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For more photos of the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, keep clicking through this gallery.

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