2025 Mitsubishi Outlander price and specs
The updated petrol-powered Mitsubishi Outlander has received retuned steering and suspension, plus new equipment, but all members of the range are now at least $2000 pricier than before.
The refreshed mid-size SUV goes on sale locally from June.
Mitsubishi has yet to release local pricing and specifications for the updated Outlander PHEV lineup.
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The Black Edition that slotted between the LS and Aspire is dead, while the Exceed and Exceed Tourer lose their third row of seating.
All petrol variants have subtly revised front fascia designs, new wheel designs, and smoked tail-light lenses with full LED lighting.
Inside, there's a larger centre bin, cupholders that are now positioned along the length of the centre tunnel, and 'higher quality materials' and 'ornate interior stitching'. All interior lighting is now touch-capacitive LED, as well.
Gone are the 8.0 and 9.0-inch infotainment screens, as all variants are now equipped with a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus three USB-C ports up front.
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A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is now standard across the lineup, as are Yamaha-branded sound systems.
As we've previously reported, all 2025 petrol Outlanders are fitted with an Australian-developed steering and suspension package which has also been adopted for global markets.
There are recalibrated front and rear shock absorbers and a smaller-diameter front anti-roll bar, while the electric power steering mapping has been adjusted to improve on-centre feel and provide 'a more linear response when turning'.
There are also new Bridgestone summer tyres, and there have also been updates to the chassis and body to reduce noise, vibration and harshness.
The petrol-powered Outlander range continues to come exclusively with a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and either front- or all-wheel drive.
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There's also a choice of five- or seven-seat configurations. Mitsubishi refers to the latter as a '5+2′ seating arrangement, evidently managing buyers' expectations about the amount of space back there.
Pricing
Drivetrains and Efficiency
Fuel consumption is 7.5L/100km for the base ES, rising to 7.7L/100km for the LS and Aspire, 7.8L/100km for the all-wheel drive ES, and 8.1L/100km in all other variants.
Dimensions
Mitsubishi hasn't yet published dimensions for the refreshed Outlander. The pre-facelift model's dimensions are listed below, and are unlikely to change much.
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All five-seat Outlanders have a full-size alloy spare, while seven-seat variants have a space-saver.
Servicing and Warranty
The revised Outlander range comes with a five-year, 100,000km warranty as standard. This can be extended to 10 years and 200,000km if you service within Mitsubishi's dealer network using its capped-price service program.
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Mitsubishi hasn't yet provided service pricing for the updated Outlander lineup.
All vehicles are sold with 12 months of roadside assistance, which can be extended for up to four years when the vehicle is serviced at an authorised Mitsubishi dealer.
Safety
The Mitsubishi Outlander has a five-star safety rating from ANCAP, based on testing conducted in 2022.
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Standard safety equipment includes:
Autonomous emergency braking (forward and reverse)
Adaptive cruise control
Blind-spot monitoring
Lane-keep assist
Surround-view camera
Traffic sign recognition
Aspire grades and above get Mi-Pilot, which combines lane centring and Traffic Jam Assist functions.
Standard Equipment
There are five trim levels in the petrol-powered Mitsubishi Outlander lineup. Mitsubishi has published only limited specification information thus far.
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The base ES comes standard with the following equipment:
Five-seat layout
18-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Full LED tail lights (NEW)
Black cloth upholstery
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (NEW)
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system (NEW)
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto (NEW)
Satellite navigation
8-speaker Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium audio
3 x front USB-C outlets
The LS adds:
Seven-seat layout
2 x rear USB-C outlets
Mitsubishi Connect
The Aspire adds:
20-inch alloy wheels
Black leatherette upholstery
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
The Exceed adds:
Five-seat layout
Black or grey quilted leather upholstery
Ventilated front seats (NEW)
Heated front seats
Aluminium pedals
Digital rear-view mirror
Exterior mirrors with memory, reverse auto-tilt
Front door foot lamps
Rear cargo floor box with lid
The Exceed Tourer adds:
Brick Brown semi-aniline leather upholstery
12-speaker Dynamic Sound Yamaha Ultimate 1650W sound system (NEW)
Heated outboard rear seats
Massaging front seats
Colours
The following exterior finishes are offered on the Outlander:
White solid
Cosmic Blue pearlescent
Sterling Silver metallic
Graphite Grey metallic
White Diamond prestige
Red Diamond prestige
Black Diamond prestige
Moonstone Grey prestige (Aspire and Exceed only)
The Exceed Tourer is offered in a range of two-tone exterior finishes. These are:
White Diamond with Black Mica roof
Moonstone Grey with Black Mica roof
Graphite Grey with Black Mica roof
Black Diamond with Sterling Silver roof
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We have the updated Outlander ICE and PHEV, the additional Triton body styles (Club Cab, Cab Chassis and Single Cab), and the new ASX coming this calendar year, and we have confirmed the Foxtron EV project for 2026, with the segment and model to be confirmed in due course. There are several other vehicles in our pipeline that are too early in the process to confirm. If the 'new' European Eclipse Cross becomes available outside Europe, we could consider it subject to our assessment of whether it meets our needs. Like any model we would make an assessment of Australian market factors and conditions, and make a business decision based off that. Overall, you can anticipate that at minimum we will continue to be involved in the segments we currently operate in, including Large SUV. MMC executives have been on the record previously with Australian journalists discussing a future model in the large SUV space that is in development. I can confirm that this is still the case and we will announce details in due course. Whether or not this will be called Pajero Sport is still to be decided. We would say 'never say never'. Obviously the current XForce is designed for ASEAN markets, where it has been well received and is doing well. MMC has clearly stated their focus will shift to more 'global' vehicle programs as we approach the end of the decade, so we will see what happens then. From launch we focused on the Triton that was in most demand – that was the dual-cab pickup with a turbo-diesel engine. The new biturbo engine has received positive feedback for its pulling power and real-world fuel economy, and this engine will continue to be the engine of choice for the expanded Cab Chassis and Club Cab range. We have followed our competitors' new models with interest; some are offering electrification, and others continue to pursue the established turbo-diesel solution. It is evident that there are several solutions that can work in this market, and we continue to study how electrification might translate in the future. That includes studies into HEV, PHEV and EV. As a company we were proud to see that Walkinshaw saw such potential in the previous-generation Triton, and the vehicle looked and performed the part. It certainly created interest. For the new Triton, and for other models, we work closely with head office to understand what might be possible in creating a 'halo' variant. The Ralliart office was established back in 2022 and works with a long-term view. To date, there have been several Ralliart-themed options available, including some Ralliart vehicles fielded in the Asian Cross Country Rally (AXCR), however, we understand the importance and heritage of the Ralliart brand for Australia; we won't pursue something that doesn't live up to that badge, so the sticker packs aren't on the menu. Ralliart continues to invest in the AXCR program which has given its engineers motorsport-grade experience. We saw that in the past with systems such as Super Select and Super All-Wheel Control and are confident these learnings translate to future product. In terms of an actual Ralliart, or halo model, we are currently assessing how this will look in Australia in future. Whether this could be 'in-house' or via the second-stage manufacturing process is yet to be confirmed, but studies are underway and progressing. The story is better than that – the Australian Outlander steering and suspension tuning has been adopted for global markets. Our local R&D team worked collaboratively with MMC engineers from early in the program, utilising roads in Australia, Japan and around the world. The head office team went to the lengths of scanning our road surfaces to replicate an Australian road surface at the Okazaki test facility so they could continue refining the development both here and in Japan and have on multiple occasions invited our R&D team to Japan to be involved in developing, improving and implementing changes. While we won't go too deeply into detail at this stage, the development program led to retuned front and rear dampers for improved ride and handling balance, a different front anti-roll bar and steering work to improve both on-centre feel and overall linearity – this has addressed some of the concerns voiced by Australian media and customers on the previous model. The suspension was also tuned to suit the new 'summer' tyre specification to match Australian conditions. Again, we don't see a 'rightful' position, however, it is always nice to see the names mentioned in your monthly sales reports. Outlander has regularly placed in the top two in Medium SUV, and the Triton traditionally sits in the top six. As both spaces have had an influx of strong competition, our focus remains on selling good value, quality products with unmatched aftersales support – the sales are a product of that. I think we have covered off our key focus points for now and in the coming years in the above answers. However we would reiterate that Australia remains a core market for MMC globally, that we have a unique 45-year heritage in Australia, and we intend to remain a key player in the automotive segment in Australia for decades to come. MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Chery's global design chief, Steve Eum MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Giles Belcher, MG Australia's chief commercial officer Content originally sourced from: Shaun Westcott has been Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) president and CEO for more than five years now, following his promotion from aftersales deputy director in April 2020. In that time the Japanese brand and the Australian auto industry have experienced solid growth, with Mitsubishi leapfrogging Hyundai to become Australia's fifth most popular auto brand with almost 75,000 sales in 2024. That figure was up almost 17.5 per cent on 2023, with the overall market setting its second annual sales record in a row last year, when more than 1.237 million new vehicles found homes in this country – up 1.7 per cent on the year prior. However, both Mitsubishi and the overall market face significant headwinds in 2025, when the sales slowdown that began in the latter months of 2024 has continued to impact both as supplies catch up with demand. So far this year to April, Mitsubishi has slipped back behind Hyundai following an 8.7 per cent sales slide – more than the overall market's 5.1 per cent downturn. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. That's partly due to the runout of the ASX and Eclipse Cross small SUVs and the Pajero Sport large SUV ahead of their axing due to Australian Design Rule 98/00, which brings specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems and came into effect for all new models on sale from March 1, 2025. While the aged but popular ASX will be replaced by a rebadged version of Renault Captur already sold in Europe, which is likely to be much more expensive, there will be no immediate replacements for either the Pajero Sport or petrol or plug-in hybrid Eclipse Cross. This year the federal government will also begin racking up financial penalties for auto brands that exceed ever-tightening emissions limits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which will impact Mitsubishi's diesel-powered Triton, its second biggest seller. In a recent exclusive interview with CarExpert, we quizzed Mr Westcott – who has had a focus on customer satisfaction since he joined MMAL in 2019 and has a background in a range of industries including mining, robotics and manufacturing – about these issues and more. MMAL acknowledges the urgent need to address climate change and supports the introduction of the NVES. Sustainability is one of our key strategic pillars, as we are committed to the long-term future of Australia and our planet. While we fully support the NVES, we also take a pragmatic view of its implementation. There are notable challenges in aligning the policy's ambition with market realities and practical constraints. Automotive manufacturers, including Mitsubishi, face several hurdles, including market gaps in certain vehicle segments, constraints of designing and bringing new cars to the Australian market, and a slowing consumer uptake of EVs due to concerns about charging infrastructure. Until drivers can confidently rely on charging availability and reliability, mass adoption of EVs will remain elusive. Our future lineup will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. To avoid inadvertently creating unintended consequences for consumers, such as increased vehicle prices or decisions by automotive manufacturers to restrict model availability, we suggest addressing foundational challenges, notably availability of EV infrastructure, and extending the NVES penalty timeline by 24 months, to pave way for positive outcomes for consumers, the environment, automotive industry and the government. While the NVES legislation came into force on 1 January, OEMs will only start accruing penalties from 1 July 2025. At this point it would be too early for us to speculate on how the ability to trade credits will affect the market. As a free-market economy, Australia allows consumers to choose vehicles that best suit their needs and budgets, whether EVs, PHEVs, or ICE vehicles. We will continue bringing vehicles that our customers want and that the market is ready for. We will also continue talking to government ahead of the legislated NVES review in 2026. We are on record with our recommendation of a 24-month grace period before penalties are enforced. This extension would allow for the rollout of EV charging infrastructure, ensuring it is in place to support consumers as they transition to electric vehicles. Under our Momentum 2030 business plan, we committed to expanding our model range with a strong focus on electrification in Australia – and we're delivering on that promise. Looking ahead, a brand-new Mitsubishi battery-electric vehicle is coming to Australia in the second half of 2026. And there's more to come. Between now and 2030, we will launch at least eight new and refreshed models, including electrified vehicles. Mitsubishi was one of the first to introduce an EV to the Australian market, with the iMiEV back in 2010. While it was a very interesting vehicle, and the right size of vehicle to use an EV drivetrain, it was ahead of its time in terms of market acceptance. The learnings from this provided perspective, and the result is that we have concentrated on delivering a wide product range that meets the segments consumers demand. This is why we shifted focus to the SUV and light commercial markets, and why we invested in PHEV technology, which we still feel is the most appropriate transitional electrification technology in Australia, today, and will support the shift to higher electrification in future. It is too early to measure the longer-term impacts of the Fringe Benefits Tax subsidy removal on PHEV sales, however, our focus remains on delivering a future lineup that will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. The Foxtron collaboration will return a full EV to the Mitsubishi customer in the next 12-18 months. Before I respond, I will state that we don't comment on competitors' products. From a Mitsubishi perspective, we have been selling vehicles in Australia for 45 years, and we intend to be here for the foreseeable future, and beyond. You can't buy history like that, or the affinity with the Australian market that it creates. Our Australian manufacturing legacy remains strong; we are part of the Australian fabric, particularly in South Australia. And that can create a strong emotional connection. Our enduring relationship with Australia also includes an expansive, 200-plus strong dealer network and the established parts and aftersales support that engenders. We continue to reinforce the quality and reliability of our vehicles, and our warranty offer and aftersales programs both remain outstanding. It is these 'proof points' that build trust in our brand. A Mitsubishi owner can be confident of taking their car on an adventure – whatever that looks like for them – in the knowledge the car, and our network, will be there for them. The ASEAN market focus for Mitsubishi was a core part of what was known as the 'Mid-Term Plan' that MMC sets every five years. COVID fell within the period of that mid-term plan. MMC continues to evolve its strategy with the times – and with what is appropriate at the time – and has developed subsequent mid-term strategies including the already-publicised Momentum 2030 plan. This supersedes previous plans. It has been well publicised, and I have to say sensationalised, that we reduced our model line-up at the start of 2025 due to a change in ADR requirements. This wasn't limited to Mitsubishi but also impacted other brands, who seem to have escaped some of the sensationalism. We did announce the replacement of the ASX simultaneously, but some media houses chose to ignore or downplay this in exchange for sensationalist headlines. The timing of this change restricted us to confirming only the ASX replacement at the time, but we also said other new models would be confirmed in due course which has subsequently happened, as promised. Moving ahead, we've now confirmed the Foxtron collaboration that will deliver an EV here. There are ongoing developments regarding other Alliance-shared products, and we continue to progress on the next-generation large SUV offering. But like we flagged at the time, the confirmations to proceed with these projects takes time. Rest assured; the Momentum 2030 plan remains on track. While we have acknowledged a top-five volume target in the past, we aren't targeting a specific ranking or number. Our focus remains on delivering quality vehicles that consumers want, and supporting them throughout their ownership experience, while remaining profitable. In the current competitive landscape, heavily discounting and increasing incentives are a short-term race to the bottom. Mitsubishi is a volume player, but we have moved beyond being seen as 'cheap'; we are now known for creating value via well-equipped, capable and reliable vehicles that fit Australian customers. While ANCAP ratings are not technically a requirement for MMAL, safety does remain a key factor when considering any new model, and the market has been conditioned to equate vehicle safety with a star rating. As you know, many large fleets incorporate five-star safety rating into their requirements, so it is a very important factor we need to consider for fleet business. We did evaluate the eK X for Australia, but there were several factors that meant it didn't make solid business sense at the time. It did enable us to drive discussions about future EV product and we are very happy with the Foxtron collaboration and other plans in this space which will be confirmed in due course. It remains too early to discuss the new ASX in terms of pricing, model range and supply targets. We will provide more information ahead of market launch, which is targeted for late in 2025. We have enjoyed collaborating with our Alliance partners on the new ASX. As part of our Momentum 2030 plan, there are several discussions within the Alliance as each brand and region evaluates which current and future vehicles would work in which market. The resurgence of Mitsubishi in Europe demonstrates the value of working with Alliance partners to find the best fit for each region. But there are several possibilities to work with Renault and Nissan on future projects. This mix of platform-shared products and 'OEM' products is not new to the industry. We can look back at Nissan and Holden, Mazda and Ford, Toyota and Subaru, where platform sharing can create cost and market advantages, but there are also 'core' products from that manufacturer. So, while we continue to work closely with our Alliance partners, we will also continue to invest in Mitsubishi products and technologies such as the Triton, the future large SUV and the PHEV system that will shortly debut here in the upgraded Outlander, promising more performance and range. Of increasing importance to customers is the notion of who is backing the product. For example, the upcoming ASX will have MMAL's 10-year warranty and capped price servicing plan, which ensures consumer peace-of-mind. As mentioned, we have consciously shifted from being seen as 'cheap' to being very value-oriented. A good example of this is the Outlander range. We introduced the Exceed Tourer for the first time in 2021 and this continues to offer exceptional equipment levels to truly showcase Mitsubishi quality. However, we also offer the accessible ES grade which comes in around $40,000 yet is still highly featured, connected and safe. You could say that we are extending our range upwards, while retaining our core customer appeal. While we have confirmed that we will be taking a vehicle from Foxtron, it is too early to confirm specifics, apart from a target on-sale date late in 2026. MMC did acknowledge that the Leaf-based EV could be under consideration for the Oceania market in future. It is a vehicle we can consider for our market, and like any upcoming model we will continue to do our due diligence before any commitments are made. I will preface this by saying that not every vehicle that completes production is automatically replaced, or if so, it may not necessarily be the identical size or configuration. However, we intend to remain in the key vehicle segments in which we are well established. Our Momentum 2030 plan has firmly indicated we will have several new or updated vehicles introduced to the model range by decade's end. We have the updated Outlander ICE and PHEV, the additional Triton body styles (Club Cab, Cab Chassis and Single Cab), and the new ASX coming this calendar year, and we have confirmed the Foxtron EV project for 2026, with the segment and model to be confirmed in due course. There are several other vehicles in our pipeline that are too early in the process to confirm. If the 'new' European Eclipse Cross becomes available outside Europe, we could consider it subject to our assessment of whether it meets our needs. Like any model we would make an assessment of Australian market factors and conditions, and make a business decision based off that. Overall, you can anticipate that at minimum we will continue to be involved in the segments we currently operate in, including Large SUV. MMC executives have been on the record previously with Australian journalists discussing a future model in the large SUV space that is in development. I can confirm that this is still the case and we will announce details in due course. Whether or not this will be called Pajero Sport is still to be decided. We would say 'never say never'. Obviously the current XForce is designed for ASEAN markets, where it has been well received and is doing well. MMC has clearly stated their focus will shift to more 'global' vehicle programs as we approach the end of the decade, so we will see what happens then. From launch we focused on the Triton that was in most demand – that was the dual-cab pickup with a turbo-diesel engine. The new biturbo engine has received positive feedback for its pulling power and real-world fuel economy, and this engine will continue to be the engine of choice for the expanded Cab Chassis and Club Cab range. We have followed our competitors' new models with interest; some are offering electrification, and others continue to pursue the established turbo-diesel solution. It is evident that there are several solutions that can work in this market, and we continue to study how electrification might translate in the future. That includes studies into HEV, PHEV and EV. As a company we were proud to see that Walkinshaw saw such potential in the previous-generation Triton, and the vehicle looked and performed the part. It certainly created interest. For the new Triton, and for other models, we work closely with head office to understand what might be possible in creating a 'halo' variant. The Ralliart office was established back in 2022 and works with a long-term view. To date, there have been several Ralliart-themed options available, including some Ralliart vehicles fielded in the Asian Cross Country Rally (AXCR), however, we understand the importance and heritage of the Ralliart brand for Australia; we won't pursue something that doesn't live up to that badge, so the sticker packs aren't on the menu. Ralliart continues to invest in the AXCR program which has given its engineers motorsport-grade experience. We saw that in the past with systems such as Super Select and Super All-Wheel Control and are confident these learnings translate to future product. In terms of an actual Ralliart, or halo model, we are currently assessing how this will look in Australia in future. Whether this could be 'in-house' or via the second-stage manufacturing process is yet to be confirmed, but studies are underway and progressing. The story is better than that – the Australian Outlander steering and suspension tuning has been adopted for global markets. Our local R&D team worked collaboratively with MMC engineers from early in the program, utilising roads in Australia, Japan and around the world. The head office team went to the lengths of scanning our road surfaces to replicate an Australian road surface at the Okazaki test facility so they could continue refining the development both here and in Japan and have on multiple occasions invited our R&D team to Japan to be involved in developing, improving and implementing changes. While we won't go too deeply into detail at this stage, the development program led to retuned front and rear dampers for improved ride and handling balance, a different front anti-roll bar and steering work to improve both on-centre feel and overall linearity – this has addressed some of the concerns voiced by Australian media and customers on the previous model. The suspension was also tuned to suit the new 'summer' tyre specification to match Australian conditions. Again, we don't see a 'rightful' position, however, it is always nice to see the names mentioned in your monthly sales reports. Outlander has regularly placed in the top two in Medium SUV, and the Triton traditionally sits in the top six. As both spaces have had an influx of strong competition, our focus remains on selling good value, quality products with unmatched aftersales support – the sales are a product of that. I think we have covered off our key focus points for now and in the coming years in the above answers. However we would reiterate that Australia remains a core market for MMC globally, that we have a unique 45-year heritage in Australia, and we intend to remain a key player in the automotive segment in Australia for decades to come. MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Chery's global design chief, Steve Eum MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Giles Belcher, MG Australia's chief commercial officer Content originally sourced from: Shaun Westcott has been Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) president and CEO for more than five years now, following his promotion from aftersales deputy director in April 2020. In that time the Japanese brand and the Australian auto industry have experienced solid growth, with Mitsubishi leapfrogging Hyundai to become Australia's fifth most popular auto brand with almost 75,000 sales in 2024. That figure was up almost 17.5 per cent on 2023, with the overall market setting its second annual sales record in a row last year, when more than 1.237 million new vehicles found homes in this country – up 1.7 per cent on the year prior. However, both Mitsubishi and the overall market face significant headwinds in 2025, when the sales slowdown that began in the latter months of 2024 has continued to impact both as supplies catch up with demand. So far this year to April, Mitsubishi has slipped back behind Hyundai following an 8.7 per cent sales slide – more than the overall market's 5.1 per cent downturn. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. That's partly due to the runout of the ASX and Eclipse Cross small SUVs and the Pajero Sport large SUV ahead of their axing due to Australian Design Rule 98/00, which brings specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems and came into effect for all new models on sale from March 1, 2025. While the aged but popular ASX will be replaced by a rebadged version of Renault Captur already sold in Europe, which is likely to be much more expensive, there will be no immediate replacements for either the Pajero Sport or petrol or plug-in hybrid Eclipse Cross. This year the federal government will also begin racking up financial penalties for auto brands that exceed ever-tightening emissions limits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which will impact Mitsubishi's diesel-powered Triton, its second biggest seller. In a recent exclusive interview with CarExpert, we quizzed Mr Westcott – who has had a focus on customer satisfaction since he joined MMAL in 2019 and has a background in a range of industries including mining, robotics and manufacturing – about these issues and more. MMAL acknowledges the urgent need to address climate change and supports the introduction of the NVES. Sustainability is one of our key strategic pillars, as we are committed to the long-term future of Australia and our planet. While we fully support the NVES, we also take a pragmatic view of its implementation. There are notable challenges in aligning the policy's ambition with market realities and practical constraints. Automotive manufacturers, including Mitsubishi, face several hurdles, including market gaps in certain vehicle segments, constraints of designing and bringing new cars to the Australian market, and a slowing consumer uptake of EVs due to concerns about charging infrastructure. Until drivers can confidently rely on charging availability and reliability, mass adoption of EVs will remain elusive. Our future lineup will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. To avoid inadvertently creating unintended consequences for consumers, such as increased vehicle prices or decisions by automotive manufacturers to restrict model availability, we suggest addressing foundational challenges, notably availability of EV infrastructure, and extending the NVES penalty timeline by 24 months, to pave way for positive outcomes for consumers, the environment, automotive industry and the government. While the NVES legislation came into force on 1 January, OEMs will only start accruing penalties from 1 July 2025. At this point it would be too early for us to speculate on how the ability to trade credits will affect the market. As a free-market economy, Australia allows consumers to choose vehicles that best suit their needs and budgets, whether EVs, PHEVs, or ICE vehicles. We will continue bringing vehicles that our customers want and that the market is ready for. We will also continue talking to government ahead of the legislated NVES review in 2026. We are on record with our recommendation of a 24-month grace period before penalties are enforced. This extension would allow for the rollout of EV charging infrastructure, ensuring it is in place to support consumers as they transition to electric vehicles. Under our Momentum 2030 business plan, we committed to expanding our model range with a strong focus on electrification in Australia – and we're delivering on that promise. Looking ahead, a brand-new Mitsubishi battery-electric vehicle is coming to Australia in the second half of 2026. And there's more to come. Between now and 2030, we will launch at least eight new and refreshed models, including electrified vehicles. Mitsubishi was one of the first to introduce an EV to the Australian market, with the iMiEV back in 2010. While it was a very interesting vehicle, and the right size of vehicle to use an EV drivetrain, it was ahead of its time in terms of market acceptance. The learnings from this provided perspective, and the result is that we have concentrated on delivering a wide product range that meets the segments consumers demand. This is why we shifted focus to the SUV and light commercial markets, and why we invested in PHEV technology, which we still feel is the most appropriate transitional electrification technology in Australia, today, and will support the shift to higher electrification in future. It is too early to measure the longer-term impacts of the Fringe Benefits Tax subsidy removal on PHEV sales, however, our focus remains on delivering a future lineup that will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. The Foxtron collaboration will return a full EV to the Mitsubishi customer in the next 12-18 months. Before I respond, I will state that we don't comment on competitors' products. From a Mitsubishi perspective, we have been selling vehicles in Australia for 45 years, and we intend to be here for the foreseeable future, and beyond. You can't buy history like that, or the affinity with the Australian market that it creates. Our Australian manufacturing legacy remains strong; we are part of the Australian fabric, particularly in South Australia. And that can create a strong emotional connection. Our enduring relationship with Australia also includes an expansive, 200-plus strong dealer network and the established parts and aftersales support that engenders. We continue to reinforce the quality and reliability of our vehicles, and our warranty offer and aftersales programs both remain outstanding. It is these 'proof points' that build trust in our brand. A Mitsubishi owner can be confident of taking their car on an adventure – whatever that looks like for them – in the knowledge the car, and our network, will be there for them. The ASEAN market focus for Mitsubishi was a core part of what was known as the 'Mid-Term Plan' that MMC sets every five years. COVID fell within the period of that mid-term plan. MMC continues to evolve its strategy with the times – and with what is appropriate at the time – and has developed subsequent mid-term strategies including the already-publicised Momentum 2030 plan. This supersedes previous plans. It has been well publicised, and I have to say sensationalised, that we reduced our model line-up at the start of 2025 due to a change in ADR requirements. This wasn't limited to Mitsubishi but also impacted other brands, who seem to have escaped some of the sensationalism. We did announce the replacement of the ASX simultaneously, but some media houses chose to ignore or downplay this in exchange for sensationalist headlines. The timing of this change restricted us to confirming only the ASX replacement at the time, but we also said other new models would be confirmed in due course which has subsequently happened, as promised. Moving ahead, we've now confirmed the Foxtron collaboration that will deliver an EV here. There are ongoing developments regarding other Alliance-shared products, and we continue to progress on the next-generation large SUV offering. But like we flagged at the time, the confirmations to proceed with these projects takes time. Rest assured; the Momentum 2030 plan remains on track. While we have acknowledged a top-five volume target in the past, we aren't targeting a specific ranking or number. Our focus remains on delivering quality vehicles that consumers want, and supporting them throughout their ownership experience, while remaining profitable. In the current competitive landscape, heavily discounting and increasing incentives are a short-term race to the bottom. Mitsubishi is a volume player, but we have moved beyond being seen as 'cheap'; we are now known for creating value via well-equipped, capable and reliable vehicles that fit Australian customers. While ANCAP ratings are not technically a requirement for MMAL, safety does remain a key factor when considering any new model, and the market has been conditioned to equate vehicle safety with a star rating. As you know, many large fleets incorporate five-star safety rating into their requirements, so it is a very important factor we need to consider for fleet business. We did evaluate the eK X for Australia, but there were several factors that meant it didn't make solid business sense at the time. It did enable us to drive discussions about future EV product and we are very happy with the Foxtron collaboration and other plans in this space which will be confirmed in due course. It remains too early to discuss the new ASX in terms of pricing, model range and supply targets. We will provide more information ahead of market launch, which is targeted for late in 2025. We have enjoyed collaborating with our Alliance partners on the new ASX. As part of our Momentum 2030 plan, there are several discussions within the Alliance as each brand and region evaluates which current and future vehicles would work in which market. The resurgence of Mitsubishi in Europe demonstrates the value of working with Alliance partners to find the best fit for each region. But there are several possibilities to work with Renault and Nissan on future projects. This mix of platform-shared products and 'OEM' products is not new to the industry. We can look back at Nissan and Holden, Mazda and Ford, Toyota and Subaru, where platform sharing can create cost and market advantages, but there are also 'core' products from that manufacturer. So, while we continue to work closely with our Alliance partners, we will also continue to invest in Mitsubishi products and technologies such as the Triton, the future large SUV and the PHEV system that will shortly debut here in the upgraded Outlander, promising more performance and range. Of increasing importance to customers is the notion of who is backing the product. For example, the upcoming ASX will have MMAL's 10-year warranty and capped price servicing plan, which ensures consumer peace-of-mind. As mentioned, we have consciously shifted from being seen as 'cheap' to being very value-oriented. A good example of this is the Outlander range. We introduced the Exceed Tourer for the first time in 2021 and this continues to offer exceptional equipment levels to truly showcase Mitsubishi quality. However, we also offer the accessible ES grade which comes in around $40,000 yet is still highly featured, connected and safe. You could say that we are extending our range upwards, while retaining our core customer appeal. While we have confirmed that we will be taking a vehicle from Foxtron, it is too early to confirm specifics, apart from a target on-sale date late in 2026. MMC did acknowledge that the Leaf-based EV could be under consideration for the Oceania market in future. It is a vehicle we can consider for our market, and like any upcoming model we will continue to do our due diligence before any commitments are made. I will preface this by saying that not every vehicle that completes production is automatically replaced, or if so, it may not necessarily be the identical size or configuration. However, we intend to remain in the key vehicle segments in which we are well established. Our Momentum 2030 plan has firmly indicated we will have several new or updated vehicles introduced to the model range by decade's end. We have the updated Outlander ICE and PHEV, the additional Triton body styles (Club Cab, Cab Chassis and Single Cab), and the new ASX coming this calendar year, and we have confirmed the Foxtron EV project for 2026, with the segment and model to be confirmed in due course. There are several other vehicles in our pipeline that are too early in the process to confirm. If the 'new' European Eclipse Cross becomes available outside Europe, we could consider it subject to our assessment of whether it meets our needs. Like any model we would make an assessment of Australian market factors and conditions, and make a business decision based off that. Overall, you can anticipate that at minimum we will continue to be involved in the segments we currently operate in, including Large SUV. MMC executives have been on the record previously with Australian journalists discussing a future model in the large SUV space that is in development. I can confirm that this is still the case and we will announce details in due course. Whether or not this will be called Pajero Sport is still to be decided. We would say 'never say never'. Obviously the current XForce is designed for ASEAN markets, where it has been well received and is doing well. MMC has clearly stated their focus will shift to more 'global' vehicle programs as we approach the end of the decade, so we will see what happens then. From launch we focused on the Triton that was in most demand – that was the dual-cab pickup with a turbo-diesel engine. The new biturbo engine has received positive feedback for its pulling power and real-world fuel economy, and this engine will continue to be the engine of choice for the expanded Cab Chassis and Club Cab range. We have followed our competitors' new models with interest; some are offering electrification, and others continue to pursue the established turbo-diesel solution. It is evident that there are several solutions that can work in this market, and we continue to study how electrification might translate in the future. That includes studies into HEV, PHEV and EV. As a company we were proud to see that Walkinshaw saw such potential in the previous-generation Triton, and the vehicle looked and performed the part. It certainly created interest. For the new Triton, and for other models, we work closely with head office to understand what might be possible in creating a 'halo' variant. The Ralliart office was established back in 2022 and works with a long-term view. To date, there have been several Ralliart-themed options available, including some Ralliart vehicles fielded in the Asian Cross Country Rally (AXCR), however, we understand the importance and heritage of the Ralliart brand for Australia; we won't pursue something that doesn't live up to that badge, so the sticker packs aren't on the menu. Ralliart continues to invest in the AXCR program which has given its engineers motorsport-grade experience. We saw that in the past with systems such as Super Select and Super All-Wheel Control and are confident these learnings translate to future product. In terms of an actual Ralliart, or halo model, we are currently assessing how this will look in Australia in future. Whether this could be 'in-house' or via the second-stage manufacturing process is yet to be confirmed, but studies are underway and progressing. The story is better than that – the Australian Outlander steering and suspension tuning has been adopted for global markets. Our local R&D team worked collaboratively with MMC engineers from early in the program, utilising roads in Australia, Japan and around the world. The head office team went to the lengths of scanning our road surfaces to replicate an Australian road surface at the Okazaki test facility so they could continue refining the development both here and in Japan and have on multiple occasions invited our R&D team to Japan to be involved in developing, improving and implementing changes. While we won't go too deeply into detail at this stage, the development program led to retuned front and rear dampers for improved ride and handling balance, a different front anti-roll bar and steering work to improve both on-centre feel and overall linearity – this has addressed some of the concerns voiced by Australian media and customers on the previous model. The suspension was also tuned to suit the new 'summer' tyre specification to match Australian conditions. Again, we don't see a 'rightful' position, however, it is always nice to see the names mentioned in your monthly sales reports. Outlander has regularly placed in the top two in Medium SUV, and the Triton traditionally sits in the top six. As both spaces have had an influx of strong competition, our focus remains on selling good value, quality products with unmatched aftersales support – the sales are a product of that. I think we have covered off our key focus points for now and in the coming years in the above answers. However we would reiterate that Australia remains a core market for MMC globally, that we have a unique 45-year heritage in Australia, and we intend to remain a key player in the automotive segment in Australia for decades to come. MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Chery's global design chief, Steve Eum MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Giles Belcher, MG Australia's chief commercial officer Content originally sourced from: Shaun Westcott has been Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) president and CEO for more than five years now, following his promotion from aftersales deputy director in April 2020. In that time the Japanese brand and the Australian auto industry have experienced solid growth, with Mitsubishi leapfrogging Hyundai to become Australia's fifth most popular auto brand with almost 75,000 sales in 2024. That figure was up almost 17.5 per cent on 2023, with the overall market setting its second annual sales record in a row last year, when more than 1.237 million new vehicles found homes in this country – up 1.7 per cent on the year prior. However, both Mitsubishi and the overall market face significant headwinds in 2025, when the sales slowdown that began in the latter months of 2024 has continued to impact both as supplies catch up with demand. So far this year to April, Mitsubishi has slipped back behind Hyundai following an 8.7 per cent sales slide – more than the overall market's 5.1 per cent downturn. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. That's partly due to the runout of the ASX and Eclipse Cross small SUVs and the Pajero Sport large SUV ahead of their axing due to Australian Design Rule 98/00, which brings specific performance requirements for autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems and came into effect for all new models on sale from March 1, 2025. While the aged but popular ASX will be replaced by a rebadged version of Renault Captur already sold in Europe, which is likely to be much more expensive, there will be no immediate replacements for either the Pajero Sport or petrol or plug-in hybrid Eclipse Cross. This year the federal government will also begin racking up financial penalties for auto brands that exceed ever-tightening emissions limits under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which will impact Mitsubishi's diesel-powered Triton, its second biggest seller. In a recent exclusive interview with CarExpert, we quizzed Mr Westcott – who has had a focus on customer satisfaction since he joined MMAL in 2019 and has a background in a range of industries including mining, robotics and manufacturing – about these issues and more. MMAL acknowledges the urgent need to address climate change and supports the introduction of the NVES. Sustainability is one of our key strategic pillars, as we are committed to the long-term future of Australia and our planet. While we fully support the NVES, we also take a pragmatic view of its implementation. There are notable challenges in aligning the policy's ambition with market realities and practical constraints. Automotive manufacturers, including Mitsubishi, face several hurdles, including market gaps in certain vehicle segments, constraints of designing and bringing new cars to the Australian market, and a slowing consumer uptake of EVs due to concerns about charging infrastructure. Until drivers can confidently rely on charging availability and reliability, mass adoption of EVs will remain elusive. Our future lineup will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. To avoid inadvertently creating unintended consequences for consumers, such as increased vehicle prices or decisions by automotive manufacturers to restrict model availability, we suggest addressing foundational challenges, notably availability of EV infrastructure, and extending the NVES penalty timeline by 24 months, to pave way for positive outcomes for consumers, the environment, automotive industry and the government. While the NVES legislation came into force on 1 January, OEMs will only start accruing penalties from 1 July 2025. At this point it would be too early for us to speculate on how the ability to trade credits will affect the market. As a free-market economy, Australia allows consumers to choose vehicles that best suit their needs and budgets, whether EVs, PHEVs, or ICE vehicles. We will continue bringing vehicles that our customers want and that the market is ready for. We will also continue talking to government ahead of the legislated NVES review in 2026. We are on record with our recommendation of a 24-month grace period before penalties are enforced. This extension would allow for the rollout of EV charging infrastructure, ensuring it is in place to support consumers as they transition to electric vehicles. Under our Momentum 2030 business plan, we committed to expanding our model range with a strong focus on electrification in Australia – and we're delivering on that promise. Looking ahead, a brand-new Mitsubishi battery-electric vehicle is coming to Australia in the second half of 2026. And there's more to come. Between now and 2030, we will launch at least eight new and refreshed models, including electrified vehicles. Mitsubishi was one of the first to introduce an EV to the Australian market, with the iMiEV back in 2010. While it was a very interesting vehicle, and the right size of vehicle to use an EV drivetrain, it was ahead of its time in terms of market acceptance. The learnings from this provided perspective, and the result is that we have concentrated on delivering a wide product range that meets the segments consumers demand. This is why we shifted focus to the SUV and light commercial markets, and why we invested in PHEV technology, which we still feel is the most appropriate transitional electrification technology in Australia, today, and will support the shift to higher electrification in future. It is too early to measure the longer-term impacts of the Fringe Benefits Tax subsidy removal on PHEV sales, however, our focus remains on delivering a future lineup that will include a balanced mix of petrol, diesel, PHEV, and EV models – all designed for the Australian lifestyle and backed by our 10/10 warranty and capped-price servicing. The Foxtron collaboration will return a full EV to the Mitsubishi customer in the next 12-18 months. Before I respond, I will state that we don't comment on competitors' products. From a Mitsubishi perspective, we have been selling vehicles in Australia for 45 years, and we intend to be here for the foreseeable future, and beyond. You can't buy history like that, or the affinity with the Australian market that it creates. Our Australian manufacturing legacy remains strong; we are part of the Australian fabric, particularly in South Australia. And that can create a strong emotional connection. Our enduring relationship with Australia also includes an expansive, 200-plus strong dealer network and the established parts and aftersales support that engenders. We continue to reinforce the quality and reliability of our vehicles, and our warranty offer and aftersales programs both remain outstanding. It is these 'proof points' that build trust in our brand. A Mitsubishi owner can be confident of taking their car on an adventure – whatever that looks like for them – in the knowledge the car, and our network, will be there for them. The ASEAN market focus for Mitsubishi was a core part of what was known as the 'Mid-Term Plan' that MMC sets every five years. COVID fell within the period of that mid-term plan. MMC continues to evolve its strategy with the times – and with what is appropriate at the time – and has developed subsequent mid-term strategies including the already-publicised Momentum 2030 plan. This supersedes previous plans. It has been well publicised, and I have to say sensationalised, that we reduced our model line-up at the start of 2025 due to a change in ADR requirements. This wasn't limited to Mitsubishi but also impacted other brands, who seem to have escaped some of the sensationalism. We did announce the replacement of the ASX simultaneously, but some media houses chose to ignore or downplay this in exchange for sensationalist headlines. The timing of this change restricted us to confirming only the ASX replacement at the time, but we also said other new models would be confirmed in due course which has subsequently happened, as promised. Moving ahead, we've now confirmed the Foxtron collaboration that will deliver an EV here. There are ongoing developments regarding other Alliance-shared products, and we continue to progress on the next-generation large SUV offering. But like we flagged at the time, the confirmations to proceed with these projects takes time. Rest assured; the Momentum 2030 plan remains on track. While we have acknowledged a top-five volume target in the past, we aren't targeting a specific ranking or number. Our focus remains on delivering quality vehicles that consumers want, and supporting them throughout their ownership experience, while remaining profitable. In the current competitive landscape, heavily discounting and increasing incentives are a short-term race to the bottom. Mitsubishi is a volume player, but we have moved beyond being seen as 'cheap'; we are now known for creating value via well-equipped, capable and reliable vehicles that fit Australian customers. While ANCAP ratings are not technically a requirement for MMAL, safety does remain a key factor when considering any new model, and the market has been conditioned to equate vehicle safety with a star rating. As you know, many large fleets incorporate five-star safety rating into their requirements, so it is a very important factor we need to consider for fleet business. We did evaluate the eK X for Australia, but there were several factors that meant it didn't make solid business sense at the time. It did enable us to drive discussions about future EV product and we are very happy with the Foxtron collaboration and other plans in this space which will be confirmed in due course. It remains too early to discuss the new ASX in terms of pricing, model range and supply targets. We will provide more information ahead of market launch, which is targeted for late in 2025. We have enjoyed collaborating with our Alliance partners on the new ASX. As part of our Momentum 2030 plan, there are several discussions within the Alliance as each brand and region evaluates which current and future vehicles would work in which market. The resurgence of Mitsubishi in Europe demonstrates the value of working with Alliance partners to find the best fit for each region. But there are several possibilities to work with Renault and Nissan on future projects. This mix of platform-shared products and 'OEM' products is not new to the industry. We can look back at Nissan and Holden, Mazda and Ford, Toyota and Subaru, where platform sharing can create cost and market advantages, but there are also 'core' products from that manufacturer. So, while we continue to work closely with our Alliance partners, we will also continue to invest in Mitsubishi products and technologies such as the Triton, the future large SUV and the PHEV system that will shortly debut here in the upgraded Outlander, promising more performance and range. Of increasing importance to customers is the notion of who is backing the product. For example, the upcoming ASX will have MMAL's 10-year warranty and capped price servicing plan, which ensures consumer peace-of-mind. As mentioned, we have consciously shifted from being seen as 'cheap' to being very value-oriented. A good example of this is the Outlander range. We introduced the Exceed Tourer for the first time in 2021 and this continues to offer exceptional equipment levels to truly showcase Mitsubishi quality. However, we also offer the accessible ES grade which comes in around $40,000 yet is still highly featured, connected and safe. You could say that we are extending our range upwards, while retaining our core customer appeal. While we have confirmed that we will be taking a vehicle from Foxtron, it is too early to confirm specifics, apart from a target on-sale date late in 2026. MMC did acknowledge that the Leaf-based EV could be under consideration for the Oceania market in future. It is a vehicle we can consider for our market, and like any upcoming model we will continue to do our due diligence before any commitments are made. I will preface this by saying that not every vehicle that completes production is automatically replaced, or if so, it may not necessarily be the identical size or configuration. However, we intend to remain in the key vehicle segments in which we are well established. Our Momentum 2030 plan has firmly indicated we will have several new or updated vehicles introduced to the model range by decade's end. We have the updated Outlander ICE and PHEV, the additional Triton body styles (Club Cab, Cab Chassis and Single Cab), and the new ASX coming this calendar year, and we have confirmed the Foxtron EV project for 2026, with the segment and model to be confirmed in due course. There are several other vehicles in our pipeline that are too early in the process to confirm. If the 'new' European Eclipse Cross becomes available outside Europe, we could consider it subject to our assessment of whether it meets our needs. Like any model we would make an assessment of Australian market factors and conditions, and make a business decision based off that. Overall, you can anticipate that at minimum we will continue to be involved in the segments we currently operate in, including Large SUV. MMC executives have been on the record previously with Australian journalists discussing a future model in the large SUV space that is in development. I can confirm that this is still the case and we will announce details in due course. Whether or not this will be called Pajero Sport is still to be decided. We would say 'never say never'. Obviously the current XForce is designed for ASEAN markets, where it has been well received and is doing well. MMC has clearly stated their focus will shift to more 'global' vehicle programs as we approach the end of the decade, so we will see what happens then. From launch we focused on the Triton that was in most demand – that was the dual-cab pickup with a turbo-diesel engine. The new biturbo engine has received positive feedback for its pulling power and real-world fuel economy, and this engine will continue to be the engine of choice for the expanded Cab Chassis and Club Cab range. We have followed our competitors' new models with interest; some are offering electrification, and others continue to pursue the established turbo-diesel solution. It is evident that there are several solutions that can work in this market, and we continue to study how electrification might translate in the future. That includes studies into HEV, PHEV and EV. As a company we were proud to see that Walkinshaw saw such potential in the previous-generation Triton, and the vehicle looked and performed the part. It certainly created interest. For the new Triton, and for other models, we work closely with head office to understand what might be possible in creating a 'halo' variant. The Ralliart office was established back in 2022 and works with a long-term view. To date, there have been several Ralliart-themed options available, including some Ralliart vehicles fielded in the Asian Cross Country Rally (AXCR), however, we understand the importance and heritage of the Ralliart brand for Australia; we won't pursue something that doesn't live up to that badge, so the sticker packs aren't on the menu. Ralliart continues to invest in the AXCR program which has given its engineers motorsport-grade experience. We saw that in the past with systems such as Super Select and Super All-Wheel Control and are confident these learnings translate to future product. In terms of an actual Ralliart, or halo model, we are currently assessing how this will look in Australia in future. Whether this could be 'in-house' or via the second-stage manufacturing process is yet to be confirmed, but studies are underway and progressing. The story is better than that – the Australian Outlander steering and suspension tuning has been adopted for global markets. Our local R&D team worked collaboratively with MMC engineers from early in the program, utilising roads in Australia, Japan and around the world. The head office team went to the lengths of scanning our road surfaces to replicate an Australian road surface at the Okazaki test facility so they could continue refining the development both here and in Japan and have on multiple occasions invited our R&D team to Japan to be involved in developing, improving and implementing changes. While we won't go too deeply into detail at this stage, the development program led to retuned front and rear dampers for improved ride and handling balance, a different front anti-roll bar and steering work to improve both on-centre feel and overall linearity – this has addressed some of the concerns voiced by Australian media and customers on the previous model. The suspension was also tuned to suit the new 'summer' tyre specification to match Australian conditions. Again, we don't see a 'rightful' position, however, it is always nice to see the names mentioned in your monthly sales reports. Outlander has regularly placed in the top two in Medium SUV, and the Triton traditionally sits in the top six. As both spaces have had an influx of strong competition, our focus remains on selling good value, quality products with unmatched aftersales support – the sales are a product of that. I think we have covered off our key focus points for now and in the coming years in the above answers. However we would reiterate that Australia remains a core market for MMC globally, that we have a unique 45-year heritage in Australia, and we intend to remain a key player in the automotive segment in Australia for decades to come. MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Chery's global design chief, Steve Eum MORE: Expert Insights: Q&A with Giles Belcher, MG Australia's chief commercial officer Content originally sourced from:
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2025 Volvo XC90 price and specs: Updated style, more kit and higher prices
The upgraded 2025 Volvo XC90 is now on sale, bringing refreshed styling and more standard equipment, but slightly higher prices and one less model variant. The entry-level Ultra B5 Bright version of the large SUV is priced at $104,990 before on-road costs, up $3252 on its predecessor. It features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with a 48V mild-hybrid system, producing 183kW of power and 350Nm of torque. The flagship Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid is priced at $130,990 before on-roads, up $801. This mates a 233kW/400Nm 2.0-litre turbo four with a 107kW/309Nm electric motor, producing up to 340kW/709Nm and offering a claimed WLTP electric-only range of 77km from an 18.8kWh battery. The Ultra B6 Bright, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-litre mild-hybrid powertrain than the B5, is no longer available. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. For 2025, the upgraded seven-seat, all-wheel drive luxury SUV features revised headlights and tail-lights, plus a new grille and air intakes. Inside, it has upgraded from a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen to a higher-resolution 11.2-inch unit, which retains Android Automotive with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. The cabin is now quieter due to increased sound insulation, while the centre console has been tweaked, the crystal-like gear selector redesigned, and the dashboard refreshed. There's also an extra cupholder. Volvo claims the XC90's suspension has been improved, with each damper 'now able to adapt mechanically to current road conditions to optimise both comfort and stability – for a more confident and relaxed driving experience.' Servicing information has yet to be outlined, and the updated XC90 is yet to be crash-tested by ANCAP or its sister organisation Euro NCAP. We'll update this article if that changes. Pricing Drivetrains and Efficiency Dimensions Servicing and Warranty Volvo Australia backs its cars with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, and its high-voltage electric and PHEV batteries with an eight-year, 160,000km warranty. It is yet to outline servicing information for the updated XC90. For context, Volvo Australia offers three-year, 45,000km and five-year, 75,000km service plans for its vehicles. For the pre-update XC90, these cost $2380 and $3870 respectively. It's likely the updated XC90 will have the same service intervals (12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first) as its predecessor, but it's not yet clear whether servicing requirements will differ for PHEV vehicles. Safety The Volvo XC90's five-star ANCAP safety rating from 2015 has now expired, leaving it unrated for the time being. Standard safety equipment includes: 7 airbags Surround-view camera Adaptive cruise control Blind-spot monitoring Lane-keep assist Rear cross-traffic alert Hill descent control Traffic sign recognition Tyre pressure monitoring Standard Equipment There are two grades of the updated Volvo XC90 available, with the dearer option bringing several enhancements to cosmetics and ride quality. 2025 Volvo XC90 Ultra B5 Bright equipment highlights: 21-inch alloy wheels Space-saver spare wheel Matrix LED headlights Chrome-finish grille Aluminium trim and roof rails Proximity entry with push-button start Hands-free power tailgate 12.3-inch digital instrument display 11.2-inch infotainment display DAB+ digital radio Wireless Apple CarPlay Integrated Google services Wireless phone charger Auto-dimming rear-view mirrors Head-up display Nappa leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seats with memory, lumbar Cushion extenders Power folding rear headrests Heated, ventilated front seats Heated outboard rear seats Heated steering wheel Quad-zone climate control incl. third row 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system XC90 Ultra T8 Plug-in Hybrid adds: 22-inch alloy wheels Tyre repair kit Active air suspension (Four-C Chassis) Rear privacy glass Dark-finish grille Black trim and roof rails Panoramic sunroof Tinted rear windows Power-adjustable seat bolsters 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Options Multiple options are available for the XC90 Ultra B5 Bright, almost all of which are standard on the Ultra T8 PHEV. The Lifestyle Pack ($5564) adds: Panoramic sunroof Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system Tinted rear windows Alternatively, these items can be optioned for the Ultra B5 Bright individually. Panoramic sunroof ($3488) Tinted rear windows ($1134) Front seat massage ($1184) Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system ($3210) Active air suspension ($3210) The only option available for the Ultra T8 PHEV is front seat massaging for $1184. Colours There are seven exterior paint colours available for the Volvo XC90, as well as three interior colours. All are no-cost options. Volvo XC90 exterior colours: Crystal White Silver Dawn Bright Dusk Vapour Grey Onyx Black (standard) Denim Blue Mulberry Red Volvo XC90 interior colours:
