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Mitsubishi Outlander GT Prototype Official Details and Photos

As we reported earlier this month, Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi was getting ready to release the new Outlander GT prototype at the 2009 New York Auto Show. The event began and with it came the end of Outlander's trip from teaser photo to full specs and detailed images.

As we said in the previous report, the GT prototype is fitted with a 3.0l SOHC MIVEC V6 engine currently found in the Outlander XLS. Improvements made to the engine include a reduction in intake restriction plus optimized camshaft timing and compression ratio. This allows the new unit to develop 10 horsepower more than its previous version, raising the total power to 230 horsepower and providing an improved torque curve.

To increase fuel economy, the Outlander GT Prototype features an upgraded shifting program and Idle Neutral Logic, which automatically shifts into neutral during vehicle standstill and reengages at the slightest lift of the foot off the brake pedal.

The Outlander GT Prototype features Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system, previously only available on Mitsubishi’s top-of-the-line Lancer Evolution. S-AWC is a comprehensive system that improves handling, traction and stability by using a first-in-class active front limited-slip differential and an electronically controlled 4WD coupling. It can prevent wheel slip between front to rear and side-to-side, providing greater traction through all types of terrain and weather, including ice, snow and rain.

Visually, the Outlander GT prototype looks more like a Lancer Evolution than an Outlander. Its "jet fighter" grille is complemented by reshaped Bi-Xenon HID headlamps, a new rear bumper and side sills, plus a polished finish on the already standard aluminum roof panel. A reshaped front bumper, side mirrors, fenders and hood complete the design of the GT.

“The Outlander GT Prototype is packed with technology, performance and premium features that are uncommon in the compact SUV class. Along with its faster heartbeat, we also wanted to quicken pulses by channeling the look of our sportiest cars,” John Koenig, Mitsubishi Motors North America vice president said in a release.
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