2008 Mitsubishi Outlander Safety Review [ 2007 ]
Based on analysis of 49 Outlander reviews and test drives.
Safety - What the Auto Press Says
The 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander gets very good ratings in crash tests conducted by the federal government. It also comes with a wide array of standard safety equipment.
The Outlander gets top scores of five stars for both driver and passenger safety in frontal crash tests, as well as for front- and rear-seat safety in side crash tests. It gets a four-star rollover rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awards the 2008 Outlander a top rating of "Good" in frontal offset tests.
Accident Avoidance
Standard safety features include four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution, an Electronic Stability Program and skid control (sometimes known as traction control).
Crash Protection
The 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with advanced dual-stage front air bags with occupant position sensors, side-impact head protection curtain air bags for the first and second rows, front seat side air bags, active front seat headrests, and front pedestrian impact crumple zones.
