How much does it cost to replace a Mitsubishi Outlander battery?
The 8 year battery warranty was issued from 2017 onwards, so no warranty for the vehicles I am looking at. Cost of replacement was $14,500 + GST ($16,675 NZD) plus 4 hours fitting time.
What causes a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV battery to fail?
There is still the possibility of sudden battery failure inside of the design life, much like a blown head gasket in an engine or a bearing failure etc. In a battery like the PHEV which has 80 cells, it is usually the failure of 1 or 2 cells which causes sudden failure rather than the gradual degradation we are recording with our PHEV’s.
When did the Mitsubishi Outlander SUV come out?
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. It was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek when it was introduced in Japan in 2001, and was based on the Mitsubishi ASX concept vehicle exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show.
How many kW does a Mitsubishi Outlander have?
The engine produced 240 PS (180 kW) and 343 N⋅m (253 lb⋅ft), although in export markets the Outlander version’s output was reduced to 202 PS (149 kW) and 303 N⋅m (223 lb⋅ft).
The 8 year battery warranty was issued from 2017 onwards, so no warranty for the vehicles I am looking at. Cost of replacement was $14,500 + GST ($16,675 NZD) plus 4 hours fitting time.
What’s the warranty on a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
Battery: A frequent concern for the used electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid car buyer is the longevity and cost of battery replacement. The Outlander PHEV has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty to cover any unforeseen circumstances. Like all electric cars, the Outlander’s range is governed by how much you use equipment like air-conditioning.
Why does my Outlander PHEV battery keep failing?
In a battery like the PHEV which has 80 cells, it is usually the failure of 1 or 2 cells which causes sudden failure rather than the gradual degradation we are recording with our PHEV’s. Tex wrote: Has anyone reached the point of having to get replacements and if so at what cost?
Which is the best Mitsubishi Outlander to buy?
Post-2017 cars offer the best balance of cost and ability, with significantly improved looks, the EV Priority mode and better rapid charging, which shaved five minutes off the replenishment time; an 80% charge can now be done in 25 minutes. High-spec Juro models are also worth hunting out.