2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed Tourer AWD Review : Better Than Before At $58k?

The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed Tourer has had a price rise of $2,000–$3,000 across the petrol range 💸 — pushing this top-spec AWD variant to $57,990 Before on road cost. That’s a serious jump in one of Australia’s most competitive midsize SUV segments. But here’s the twist 👀Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed Tourer isn’t just about a higher price tag. Mitsubishi has reworked the suspension specifically for Australian roads, refined the ride and handling, updated the tech, and sharpened the styling inside and out. So the real question is:Have these updates fixed the old Outlander complaints — and does it now justify the price? On paper, it’s more premium, more refined, and better equipped than ever. But is it finally a true top contender in the midsize SUV space? In this review, Sal breaks down what actually matters — from real-world performance and ride comfort to interior quality, tech usability, safety systems, ownership costs, and whether this top-spec Tourer makes sense as a family SUV in 2026. Key Specs & Highlights: • 2.5L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder petrol • 135kW / 244Nm• ‘8-speed’ CVT automatic • All-wheel drive (AWD) • Claimed fuel economy: 7.8–8.1L/100km• 55L fuel tank | 91-octane • Braked towing capacity: 1600kg • Cargo space: 485L (seats up) / 1473L (seats folded) • 20-inch two-tone alloy wheels• Full-size alloy spare wheel • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster • 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system • 12-speaker Yamaha Ultimate 1650W sound system • Brick Brown semi-aniline leather • Heated & massaging front seats • Heated rear outboard seats • Tri-zone climate control • Digital rear-view mirror • Mi-Pilot (lane centring + Traffic Jam Assist) • 10-year / 200,000km warranty • 10-year capped-price servicing ($4,340 total / $434 avg per year) Now let’s be real. The engine is still on the underpowered side.And some of the safety alerts? They can feel like an overprotective passenger constantly chiming in. But — and it’s a big but — the suspension tuning for Australian conditions has genuinely transformed how this SUV drives. It’s more composed. More settled. More confident. And inside? It feels properly premium. The layout is clean and practical. The materials feel upmarket. The features list is absolutely stacked for the price. It may not be the fastest or most exciting midsize SUV on sale — but as an overall ownership package, the Outlander still makes a very strong case. 👉 Hit play to see why this updated midsize SUV deserves a spot on your shortlist. Sal 🏆 OVERALL RATING: 8.5/10 0:00 Intro 1:18 Pricing and Specifications 2:36 Exterior Design 3:50 Interior 7:59 Second Row 9:04 Boot Capacity 10:05 Safety 10:56 Warranty & Running Cost 11:29 Fuel Economy 12:05 Driving Impressions 19:50 Final Verdict Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3B4xJZfK6jhPyJZ1jCb6Rq?si=LTpMhwZaQAipac92SKqIzw TikTok: ⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@motormarvel⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/motormarvel_au/⁠ Sponsors: ⁠ https://hardhatwatches.com.au Sponsors: www.onlycars.com.au Sponsors: www.kimboaustralia.com #mitsubishi outlander #outlander exceed tourer #outlander awd #mitsubishi outlander review #outlander 2026 #mid size suv australia #family australia #suv review australia #car review australia #australian car reviews #mitsubishi australia #best mid size suv #awd suv #toyota rav4 #mazda cx5 #kia sportage #hyundai tucson #newcarreview

Added 8 Apr 2026