Mitsubishi Outlander (2007 - 2013) 2.2 DI-DC Diamond 5d (2008/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like its looks.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, poor reliability.
What are you likely to buy next?
Still to be decided, probably another 4*4.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
September 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, ex mobility car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Supposedly robust 4*4 for towing caravan.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very stable towcar, tows well at 60 to 70 mph (where legal), top gear gives good towing performance, excellent boot and carrying capacity, all let down by poor reliability.
What's it like to park?
As easy as any car of this size.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Clutch and flywheel needed replacing at 50,000 miles (repair cost £1800), rear tyre blowout, air intake sensor faulty at 52,000 miles, ABS pump failed 65,000 (new unit £1500). Mirror covers and headlight trim poorly fitted.
What's most practical about your car?
Space, seating.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated seats, reversing camera.
