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Why NOT to buy a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS
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My advice is if you want the Outlander, is to buy it used so some of the "used" looks and sounds my brand new Oultnader displays might not bother you as much. and someone else can pay the depreciation.
Are you saying finance charges are not applicable to other cars, why mention them? ...28 grand in US, 36 grand in Canada or 48K in Russia, so what? It is still the best value on the market. The noise level and interior is adequate to the price, but equipment and features exceed the price by far. The Outlander is equipped as well as Lexus 350.
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>> Besides, I would be glad to trade in the paddle shifter, blue tooth, roof rack and any other useless item for more quality.
The paddle shifters are free bonus and the Bluetooth is a must feature for me. I love the Fast Key, premium stereo, Nav, handling, styling, seat comfort, warranty, 4WD, transmission. I am really happy with beige interior in white leather. And then talking of quality, according to Consumer reports, the Outlander has the best reliability in its class, unlike the least reliable in its class Mercedes M class, LR3 and BMW X5.
My advice is if you want the Outlander, buy it new or used, it's a great vehicle.
Blue tooth, roof rack, selectable 4WD, tinted windows, sliding & reclining 2nd row seats, drop down tail gate, Fast Key, ASC with traction control, V6 engine and 6 speed auto transmission, were important to me.
I'm not crazy about fabric seats (lint catchers) and useless 3rd row seats. I would like to see more accessories available, and maybe diesel engine option in the future.
My frustration is the Twenty seven thousand dollar car I purchased has to many minor problems that add up to one big disappointment.
If i wanted a car that is clunky, and noisy, and scratches easy, and has throttle lag(dangerous) and a stereo system that can't keep an FM signal or rattles the whole car with the volume over 20, or a windshield that literally sounds like it's not lined up properly, I would of stuck with the used cars I have bought in the past.
I can't figure out why people put up with with the car problems discussed all over this forum with every make and model after spending thousands on these vehicles. where is the accountability in the craftsmanship and promises made by the manufacturing?
You can't t tell me The folks at Mitsubishi could not hear the wind noise in the cabin of this car during the design phase. Or the rattles the stereo makes inside the doors.
They could and did. and rather than spend the money to work out the problems they banked on an apathetic consumer. And it looks like that is what they got.
Piast, I am taking about my experience with my Outlander on this forum not about one of your family members so try not to make this personal, but if you are still interested in my frustrations, or problems or my job I will be glad discuss it with you further in a private email.
Okay, admit, you just need a hug.
That is an interesting way of reading into my posts. I am sorry you feel that way.
none of the issues I have with my car are "luxury features" Mitsubishi could not afford
no two cars roll off the assembly line exactly the same. My car has the real problems I described and your does not. I get it and so should you.
Print a copy of the TSB, and bring it to your dealer. Had mine fixed, never came back. If it was previously serviced for the same, bring it back again. Make use of the 5 year warranty. When my Outlander got serviced for it, the dealership offered a loaner car (Lancer). So I really cannot complain.
1. Poor ergonomics: Yes it would be nice if it had a telescopic steering wheel but that doesn't mean it will be uncomfortable for everyone. It used to be rare to see a telescoping steering wheel on a compact anything but they are becoming more common so I would expect Mitsu to offer one soon in future model years.
2. Hard seats with no bolstering: I actually find that there is a nice, firm, slight lumbar bump on my seat that provides lumbar support. Yes the seats are on the firm side but I like that too.
3. Excessive noise: Fortunately I have not experienced this whatsoever. I also have a Corolla and a Prius and the Outlander is easily the quietest car out of any of them when going 80mph on the freeway despite being the least aerodynamic.
4. Cheap dash and door inserts: For 2008 the plastic on the doors now matches the dash so it looks a lot better. Yes I agree for 2007 the door interiors looked really cheap. Mitsubishi obviously realized this and fixed the problem for 2008.
5. Steering wheel hard to turn: Have not experienced this problem. I have found the car is as easy to steer as any other.
6. Suspension too stiff. I like the sporty suspension, it reduces body lean in turns. I also don't feel every bump, I think the 18" wheels help with that too. Are your tires overinflated?
My interior is also not a "rattle box" at all - I have zero rattles and I hope it stays that way. Even with the 10" Rockford Fosgate sub cranked up I can not create a rattle in this car.
I love this car and the fact that I saved over $2,000 than if I would have purchased a less well-equipped Toyota RAV4.
What city are you located in?
First you tell them they are too sensitive and expecting too much.
Then you tell them they should just sell the car and get a different car.
From my point of view, your responses are not helpful or productive to this forum.
For the record, I do not own an Outlander or competitor vehicle, but I am in the process of comparing. I really value reading various posters' complaints as well as compliments about the various cars on the market. "Attacks against complaints" are not useful in most cases.
I think what Piast says makes perfect sense to me. Outlander ergonomics, interior quality, noise level are in fact similar to the most CUVs in this price range so he making point about the complainer being “too sensitive and expecting too much” is fair. Why in the world you research car, test drive a car, then buy it and then complain about “Poor ergonomics, Hard seats, Excessive noise, Cheap dash, and stiff ride”? All these things you can evaluate before you buy a car, so they don’t fit into the thread “Why NOT to buy 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander”, since the complainer has evaluated all these but bought the car anyway.
Like I’ve said the Outlander noise level and interior quality are at least average for the price range, but the noise level and average interior are easily outweighted by many other positive Outlander qualities and that why the complainer bought the car: smooth 6-speed tranny and V6 engine, paddle shifters, exceptional handling, excellent 650-watt stereo, navi/mp3 music server, iPod hookup, bluetooth, FAST Key, keyless ignition, Xenon and LED lighting, excellent triple mode AWD system, 3-rd row kiddy seat, skid plates, sophisticated styling, 5/10 year warranty, roadside asst, CR Most Reliable in class, excellent value. In this price range you can’t find any other CUV which could match this package.
Even at higher price range the 2007 Lexus RX-350, for instance, does NOT come with: 6-speed tranny, paddle shifters, 18” tires, LED, mp3 music server, mp3 capable CD player, satellite radio, 650-watt amplifier, skid plates, FAST Key, keyless ignition, 3-rd row seat, 5/10 warranty, though you do get a much better interior and noise insulation.
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>> "Attacks against complaints" are not useful in most cases.
A personal attacks are not useful either.
No offense, but how exactly is your post productive in any way?
A good forum needs to hear both sides of the story, and yes, even counterarguments are important and useful for readers.
"Attacking arguments" are not useful though. They only ridicule people and scare off any similar posts. (Which makes me suspicious that these attackers could be somehow related to various car companies...not sure, of course, but it seems logical.)
Keep in mind that while there are a few experienced "post hounds" here, the large majority of readers never dare to post anything...in many cases because they are afraid to be flamed by the aggressive attackers. This is pretty much the common culture of 90% of the forums on the internet...I hope we can keep these Edmunds forums in the nicer 10% grouping.
I hope my efforts are productive for this forum.
Sure, that's possible but it would be a foolhardy investment by any company simply to go out and annoy people seeking answers to questions. I suggest staying away from speculating on motives and focus on the topic. It is quite easy to scroll past postings we don't wish to read.
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SUVs and Smart Shopper
What do you think about people posting here only to bash the car and the company for no reasonable reasons and in the end they conclude it's better to buy a Honda or Toyota?
any ideas out there?
OllieXLS2007
Let us know what the factory rep. says about this issue...
thanx..
This sound began as I left the dealership after getting the oil changed and nitrogen put into the tires. I don't see how nitrogen could make a noise.???
My wife told me today that she heard a loud 'clunk" while trying to get out of a crowded parking lot..had the steering wheel cranked all the way and the car wouldn't even move until she backed off the wheel a bit..that's when she heard the noise. I have read other messages re: this "new" mysterious sound and will see if I can get to the bottom of it...Still waiting for the Mitsubishi rep re:tires and steering click. PS 22,000 miles since Sept.4,2007 ...purchased it new.
This is coming back every few months, with new owners:
"...Just bought an 08 Outlander SE 4 cyl with cvt. There is a light single clunk or tap when I pull away. It only happens after the car is started. In other words, it will not make the noise putting it into drive from park or neutral. You must turn the ignition on and put it in drive and then you get one clunk as you give it a little gas to pull away. Any thoughts?
Replying to: bozzy1 (Mar 27, 2008 3:45 pm)
Yes, we already talked about this few months back. It is ABS self test, and it happens every time you restart the car. Check your service manual as well for detailed explanation. "
Can it be your problem as well? As far as your tires, have your dealer tried to swap a set of tires, just to be sure ?
I have an appt this Fri and they will put 70+ lbs in all tires , run it til tires heat up then "force balance" the tires (balance them while they are on the SUV).
I still think it may ahve something to do w/the nitro and maybe they overinflated a tire or whatever.
I have now been told that the Mit Raiders sat on lots for a loooong time and the tires developed a "flat" spot and that the "fis" is as follows:
they inflate tires to 70+lbs
run it until tires heat up
"force balance" the tires (balance on the SUV)
then, put in proper air pressure
sounds like tire voodoo to me.
Check around your rim - you will see a fine ridge on the tire - this is the centering aid. If that is not equal distance from the rim all around - that would be the starting point for any good tire guy.
As for plugging these tires - I called nmy trusted tire shop - they will not plug tires anymore without also affixing a patch and they say they would never attempt to fix a damage that was close to the sidewall under any circumstances. It would become impossible to guarantee and would be difficult to balance. jmtbw
I looked @ where the tires were made (Japan),,,I guess they must have a different standard for these very expensive tires than the U.S.A. I've only had tire problems 1 time before and that was approx. 8 yrs ago when I had 3 out of 4 Generals that were defective and traded up to Mics. Best choice ever back then.
Thanks for your input. I will print out your message and show it to the rookie service guy.
There's more at the TireRack:
Tire Flatspotting
The THUMP only developed after approx 18500 miles AND only as I drove away from the dealer after nitrogen was put in the tires.
So...it did sit w/low pressure for a while but no problem until "NITRO"..hummmmm.. any ideas?
Try the Tires, tires, tires discussion too.