Mitsubishi Outlander Euro NCAP crash test

5 stars. Overall excellent performance in crash protection and well equipped with comprehensive and robust crash avoidance technology

The passenger compartment remained stable in the frontal impact. Dummy readings indicated good protection of the knees and femurs of the driver and passenger. Mitsubishi showed that a similar level of protection would be provided for occupants of different sizes and to those sat in different positions. In the side barrier test, the Outlander scored maximum points. In the more severe side pole impact, dummy measurements of rib compression indicated marginal protection of the chest. the seat and head restraint provided good protection against whiplash injury in the event of a rear-end collision.

In the frontal test, forward movement of the 3 year dummy, sat in a forward-facing restraint, was not excessive. In the side barrier test, both dummies were properly contained by the protective shells of their restraints, minimising the likelihood of head contact with parts of the car interior. The passenger airbag can be disabled to allow a rearward facing restraint to be used in that seating position. Clear information is provided to the driver regarding the status of the airbag and the system was rewarded. There is clear labelling in the car of the need to disable to the airbag before a rearward facing child seat is used in the front passenger seat.

The bumper provided good protection to pedestrians' legs and scored maximum points. However, the front edge of the bonnet offered poor protection in all areas tested. In those areas likely to be struck by the head of a child, protection was predominantly marginal or poor. However, good protection was offered by the bonnet in most areas likely to be struck by an adult's head.

Electronic stability control is standard equipment on the Outlander and passed Euro NCAP's test requirements. A seatbelt reminder is provided as standard for the front and rear seats and all cars also have a driver-set speed limitation device.