- Mitsubishi is finally killing the Mirage in America, nearly two years after it was axed in Japan.
- Its death means Mitsubishi is now a crossover-only brand in the United States.
- Besides dropping the Mirage, Mitsubishi announced a handful of updates including a facelifted Outlander.
Mitsubishi Motors North America has announced an assortment of changes for 2025 including a facelifted Outlander. The crossover will arrive in the first quarter and feature revised styling as well as “greater levels of luxury.”
That’s not much to go on, but Mitsubishi recently teased the Japanese-spec model and confirmed it will have a “more refined and sophisticated face,” new wheels, and a revised color palette. Other highlights include ventilated semi-aniline leather seats, a larger 12.3-inch infotainment system, and a new Yamaha premium audio system.
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The Japanese crossover will also offer an updated plug-in hybrid powertrain that features a new battery which “significantly extends the EV driving range.” The automaker also hinted at a higher output, which will deliver “powerful and smooth acceleration.”
Unfortunately, Americans won’t get the upgraded Outlander PHEV for 2025. Instead, changes are minor and include newly standard heated front seats. The SEL trim builds on that by adding a heated steering wheel and a panoramic sunroof. My Mitsubishi Connect also comes with a Safeguard 5-year free trial and a Remote Services 12-month free trial for 2025.
The Outlander Sport appears to carryover untouched, while the Eclipse Cross gains Rear Seat Alert. Furthermore, the Eclipse Cross SE offers an updated Black Edition with a “revised front lip and rear spoiler.” Lastly, the Eclipse Cross LE has a 5-year Safeguard free trial and a 12-month free trial of Remote Services.
As for the Mirage and Mirage G4? They’re dead as Mitsubishi has transitioned into a crossover-only brand in America.
While the models won’t be missed, they were a pillar of affordability. The Mirage hatchback started at $16,695 while the sedan began at $17,795.
