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LEPAS L6 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: the short answer
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Specification
L6
Outlander
Maximum Power
L6108 kW
Outlander135 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
L6285 Nm
Outlander245 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Engine Size
L6-
Outlander2488 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
L6-
Outlander12.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
L6-
Outlander210 mm
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Spec
L6
Outlander
Generation
First-generation South African LEPAS L6 pre-launch programme
Fourth-generation Outlander
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Mid-size SUV
Medium seven-seat SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Passenger vehicle
Model Introduced Year
-
2022
Facelift History
-
Current 2026 South African specification including Edition 25.
Facelift Launched Since
-
Current specification
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Spec
L6
Outlander
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Maximum Power
108 kW
135 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
285 Nm
245 Nm @ 3600 rpm
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Engine Code
-
PR25DD
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
-
2488 cc
Cylinders
-
4
Cylinder Layout
-
Inline
Valves
-
16
Valves per Cylinder
-
4
Fuel System
-
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
-
12.0:1
Bore
-
89 mm
Stroke
-
100 mm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
-
Not Applicable
Motor Location
-
Not Applicable
Transmission
-
CVT
Top Speed
-
187 km/h
0-100 km/h
-
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
-
17.8 sec
Drive Modes
-
Eco, Normal, Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, Mud
Launch Control
-
No
Rev Limiter
-
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
79.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
145 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
-
Not Applicable
Electric Range
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Applicable
Spec
L6
Outlander
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Around View Monitor
540-degree HD
Yes
Cruise Control
-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
No
Parking Sensors
-
Yes
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
360 Degree Camera
540-degree HD
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
No
Auto Highbeam
-
No
Auto Wipers
-
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Yes
Reverse Camera
-
Yes
Park Assist
-
No
Blind Spot Warning
-
No
Forward Collision Warning
-
No
Spec
L6
Outlander
Heated Seats
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
No
Seat Material
-
Leather
Ambient Lighting
-
No
Steering Wheel Material
-
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
-
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
8-way power adjustable with lumbar support
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
4-way manual adjustable
Seat Trim
-
Leather-appointed
Spec
L6
Outlander
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Yes
Climate Control
-
Three-zone automatic
Power Windows
-
Front and rear
Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Push Button Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charging
-
Yes
Sunroof
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Yes
AC Type
-
Three-zone automatic
Spec
L6
Outlander
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
13.2 inches
9-inch
Infotainment System
-
Smartphone-link Display Audio
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Yes
Number of Speakers
-
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
12.3-inch
USB Ports
-
Front and rear
Infotainment Screen
13.2 inches
9-inch
Touchscreen
13.2 inches
9-inch
Spec
L6
Outlander
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch Alloy
20-inch alloy
Tyre Size
-
255/45 R20
Front Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Ventilated disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
Space-saver
Handbrake Type
-
Electric parking brake
Spec
L6
Outlander
AEB
Yes
No
Airbags
-
7
ABS
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Yes
Brake Assist
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
-
Yes
BA
-
Yes
Brake Override System
-
Yes
Curtain Airbags
-
Yes
Driver Airbag
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Hill Hold
-
Yes
Passenger Airbag
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Yes
Side Airbags
-
Yes
Stability Control
-
Yes
TCS
-
Yes
Knee Airbag
-
Yes
ABS EBD
-
Yes
Spec
L6
Outlander
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 150000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Warranty
5 Years / 150000 km
3 years / 100,000 km
Spec
L6
Outlander
Service Plan
5 Years / 75000 km
5 years / 90,000 km; 15,000 km intervals
Spec
L6
Outlander
Ownership Role
Upcoming technology-rich South African family SUV
New vehicle sold through Mitsubishi Motors South Africa
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Official South African recommended retail price
Price Zar
-
819995 ZAR
Starting Price
-
819995
Starting Price Zar
-
819995
Spec
L6
Outlander
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
-
Yes
Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
-
White Diamond, Red Diamond, Sterling Silver Metallic, Graphite Grey Metallic, Black Diamond
Headlights
-
Yes
Spec
L6
Outlander
Length
-
4710 mm
Width
-
1862 mm
Height
-
1745 mm
Wheelbase
-
2706 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
205 l
Kerb Weight
-
1690 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
2355 kg
Payload Capacity
-
665 kg
Towing Capacity
-
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
-
7 seats
Number of Rows
-
3 rows
Doors
-
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
5.5 m
Front Headroom
-
986 mm
Rear Headroom
-
950 mm
Front Legroom
-
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
-
1014 mm
Spec
L6
Outlander
Gearbox
-
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
-
Front-engine, all-wheel drive
LSD Available
-
No
Transfer Case
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
No
Paddle Shifters
-
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
-
5.694
Number of Gears
-
1
Transmission Type
-
CVT automatic
Clutch Type
-
Continuously variable pulley system
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Yes
Gear Shift Type
-
Floor-mounted selector
Drivetrain
-
AWD
4WD Engagement
-
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Yes
Front Differential Lock
-
No
Gearbox Type
-
Continuously variable
Low Range Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Low Range
-
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
-
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
-
No
Transmission Speeds
-
1
Spec
L6
Outlander
Claimed Mileage
-
12.3 km/l
City Mileage
-
10.1 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
14.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
55 l
Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
-
No
Real-world Mileage
-
12.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
-
Not Applicable
Charging Type
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
-
55
Combined Driving Range
-
679
Electric Consumption
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
703 km
Range Real World Mixed
-
631 km
Spec
L6
Outlander
Approach Angle
-
19.4 deg
Departure Angle
-
22.9 deg
Wading Depth
-
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
-
No
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
-
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
-
18.1 deg
Spec
L6
Outlander
Front Suspension
-
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
-
Multi-link
Spec
L6
Outlander
CO2 Emissions
-
185 g/km
In depth: how these cars differ
This L6 and Outlander comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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What the evidence means
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