Mitsubichi outlander V6

RinconVTR wrote:

westend wrote:

RinconVTR wrote:
If you can or would pull it with a mini-van, you can pull it with the Outlander.

And you know this how...?

The V6 is rated to two 3500lbs, not 1500lbs as the 4cy is rated.

I've used one to pull a loaded 3 place ATV trailer all of 2 times, for about 40 miles. Not a ton of miles, I get that. But its enough to say the Outland can pull 3500lbs without white knuckles.

Yeah I would agree its on the bottom of the list for tow vehicle options, but don't go telling the OP not to do it at all. Help the guy out.

Yes, we have the new 2015 model weight ratings stated a number of times. I was wrong, you were right.

I thought I was helping the guy out. IMO, towing a travel trailer that weighs 3000 lbs. with this vehicle is going to be a problem.

I've stated the reasons why: the way the rear suspension is comprised. Until Mitsubishi does way with the goofy sub-frame carrier and multi link suspension, my opinion remains. This compilation relies on the shifting of axle declination beyond the actual loading of the springs and shocks. The torque is then borne onto the other two axle links and sway bar, all of which are supported by rubber bushings. There is even a rubber travel stop on top of the sub frame carrier that contacts the bottom of the differential. In essence, any weight added to the rear of the vehicle beyond,say, 250 lbs. is then using the differential and drivehaft as part of the active suspension.

I've owned, repaired, and maintained an Outlander, mostly driven by my wife for commuting. In that role, especially in the Snow Belt, it shines. The MIVEC 4 and the implementation of the AWD is very good. It is just not built for carrying any appreciable weight.

I'm just about done commenting on towing weights on this Forum. The only reason I usually do it is because there is a propensity of folks that are amateurs to towing and want to use a vehicle incapable of handling the weight of the trailer. Besides it being a recipe for damaging their ever-more-expensive vehicle, it's also a safety issue. My family is on the road, too.