2026 Outlander PHEV upgrades
Mitsubishi’s 2026 Outlander PHEV for Australia ships with a larger 22.7 kWh battery, extended EV range, revised suspension tuning and updated interior tech — concrete upgrades that boost drivability and tuning potential model rundown. Those suspension and battery changes make it a more convincing candidate for mild performance mods or range‑oriented swaps in the crossover category model rundown.
Australia’s WLTP electric‑only figure is listed at 86 km for the refreshed PHEV cars24.com.au, while Mitsubishi’s Canadian release gives a market‑specific 72 km EV range and a 690 km combined driving range for that market. mitsubishi-motors-pr.ca Mitsubishi and local press report the PHEV’s combined system output rises to about 221 kW, a jump that reviewers say translates to noticeably brisker acceleration than the outgoing model. dailyrevs.com Engineering changes include recalibrated shock absorbers, a smaller front anti‑roll bar and revised electric power‑steering mapping developed for Australian roads, alterations intended to reduce pitch and improve turn‑in. evcentral.com.au The update also brings quieter cabin tuning, Yamaha Dynamic Sound options and refreshed fascia/trim choices, with Mitsubishi listing new wheel and colour combinations for the revised line‑up. autoevolution.com Australian pricing starts at AU$58,990 for the ES 5‑seat and climbs to AU$74,490 for the Exceed Tourer, with trim‑by‑trim increases of roughly AU$1,700–AU$3,000 versus the previous range. carsales.com.au Mitsubishi confirmed dealer deliveries for the refreshed Outlander PHEV are timed for early 2026 in Australia (Q1 availability) after the model rolled into North American showrooms this month, and the local tuning work was carried out by Mitsubishi’s Australian engineering team. cars24.com.au
