A close up of the hood and grille of a blue-grey 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

If you keep thinking to yourself, “What’s a good Mitsubishi dealer near me?” then you should add an additional question: does it have the new 2023 Outlander, a thrilling and effective compact SUV? Right now, there are a lot of compact SUVs on the market, no doubt, but the Outlander has little competition. Stylish and safe, sporty and peppy, the Outlander is the perfect choice for someone new to SUVs or for someone who has been a lifelong fan and wants one with a new vibe.

The Outlander came to the market two decades ago, with each year’s model building on the last. The 2023 model comes as the best incarnation yet, with its highest performance numbers and better-than-ever plug-in hybrid engine option. It comes in multiple trims so that you can have an Outlander that serves your driving needs and your aesthetic desires. Let’s explore a bit about why the Outlander has become such a commanding compact SUV and why you’re going to want to stop by Ourisman Mitsubishi to test drive one as soon as you can.

The Benefits of a Compact SUV

SUVs have a lot of positives. They offer extra seating if you have a large family or want to traverse the roads with plenty of friends in the back. They let you pack in a bunch of luggage so that you can take not only what you need but also what you want on any long-distance trip. For athletes, this means more opportunities to travel with their gear so that they can get up to adventures all across the United States. For large families, this means no one complaining about what they can’t bring.

Compact SUVs like our wonderful 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander take all these elements and combine them with some of the benefits of smaller vehicles. Let’s say you’re visiting nearby Baltimore. You want space for your luggage and family, but you do not want a car that has trouble navigating city streets. Enter a compact SUV. Compact SUVs give you space while still making certain your ride is nimble and agile. Thanks to smart design, compact SUVs let you make use of every square inch of space possible. You also have a slightly sportier feel than you do with larger SUVs, which is especially enticing for drivers who need an SUV for practical purposes but don’t want to give up the excitement of a sports car.
Close up of a man's hand using the shifter in a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

Why Does the 2023 Outlander Reign Over Compact SUVs?

Even once you’ve decided on a compact SUV, it can be challenging to pick the right one. It seems like the market is inundated with options. We agree, but we don’t let it bug us. Why? Because we know that the 2023 Outlander stands out as exceptional. Competition only matters if your product doesn’t measure up, and we know the Outlander does.

At our Mitsubishi dealership in Marlow Heights, our staff has been thrilled with the Outlander’s performance. We love taking it out for a drive and feeling its power and control, which is why we’ve become such proponents of it when new customers walk in looking to purchase or lease. Plus, in this age of unpredictable gas prices, it earns a combined 27 MPG (and that’s before you factor in eco mode), so you aren’t constantly visiting the gas station, worrying about what this week’s prices will be. In other words, this already affordable compact will give you long-term savings. There’s a lot more to love, though, from performance specifics to trims to the Outlander’s 40th Anniversary Special Edition. Let’s dive in.

Details Make the Outlander Stand Out

Dual-zone climate control is great. It lets you and your passenger enjoy different temperatures so neither you nor they feel like they are sacrificing. However, in recent years, many compact SUVs have installed this feature. The Outlander aims to outdo all competition; as a result, it brags of a three-zone climate interior.

This small detail points to the Outlander’s overall story. While most compact SUVs are good, the Outlander’s small details come together to make it the cream of the crop. Another perfect example of this: heated seats. Lots of vehicles come with a heated driver’s seat, but the Outlander’s rear seats are heated, too. Many compact SUVs seat five, but the Outlander seats up to seven. That’s the tale of the Outlander: always one step ahead.

This makes for a great experience, of course, but it also helps when the Outlander takes that energy to its safety system. The Outlander features many of the safety programs that are now found in vehicles across the board, ranging from Forward Collision Mitigation with Pedestrian Detection to Active Blind Spot Assist, but this compact SUV adds an additional feature: Driver Attention Alert. We like this one a lot. It can sense when the driver’s attention might not be on the road and will send a gentle reminder so that you know when you aren't fully focused on the task at hand or may need to take a break because you are tired.

Performance on the Road

We mentioned before that the Outlander adds a sporty feel to the compact SUV line. It’s true, believe it or not. If you have doubts, just sit behind the wheel of one and feel the difference. Its Drive Mode Selector lets you adjust how the SUV runs depending on terrain conditions so that you can be assured of a smooth ride no matter the conditions outside.

The construction of the Outlander is also noteworthy. It comes with a lighter suspension, which results in a vehicle with less weight and, thus, less drag. As an added bonus, it has a quieter drive, too.

The 2023 model specifically has an advantage over past iterations: an exciting 2.5L four-cylinder engine that cranks out 181 horsepower while allowing for better fuel economy. Match this with the Outlander’s eco mode while driving (preferably below 50 mph), and you start to see impressive mileage and more of those long-term savings we’ve mentioned.
A white 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander parked on a trendy city street

2023 Specials

The 2023 Outlander has two special editions that are worth considering, as both are beautiful and sure to make you stand out the second you leave the Mitsubishi dealership. The first is the Ralliart, a white diamond-colored version of the Outlander that features a sleek red stripe, adding to the already sporty nature of this compact SUV. Its black roof creates a cool contrast with the body’s color, and you’ll be impressing your neighbors and fellow drivers wherever you go.

Then, there’s the 40th Anniversary Special Edition of the Outlander. This version comes with black diamond coloring and a luxurious inside that puts all other compact SUVs to shame. The edition exists as a trophy for the hallmark Outlander’s 40th birthday. Not only will this edition make you stand out, it will also be rare. No one will be looking as cool as you if you purchase the 40th Anniversary Special Edition because virtually nobody else will be looking like you at all.

Stop By as Soon as You Can

New Outlanders are sure to sell out fast. The sooner you can come by Ourisman Mitsubishi, the better because we want to give you a chance to have the 2023 Outlander of your dreams. There’s no reason you need to sacrifice power and design when you buy a compact SUV. Let everyone in town know that you have style and taste by purchasing an Outlander.

Our customer service experts will stand ready to help you get the exact trim you need to match your driving lifestyle. From various trims to customized features, we can help you make certain that your Outlander truly matches who you are and what you need to succeed on the road. With the Outlander, you can conquer all of Maryland, or even all of the eastern seaboard, with the best compact SUV on the market today. Get in touch or visit us in person to get started!