2014 Mitsubishi Outlander to debut in the U.S. at L.A. Auto Show

A Fuel efficient SUV coming our way with plenty of comfort, technology, and safety features? Mitsubishi you have my attention!

Last week we made the announcement via our Facebook page (which, pardon the cheap plug in, you can check out at : http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jerrys-Mitsubishi/108664672503204),  that Mitsubishi Motors had recently made an announcement regarding  plans to debut the new Outlander generation in the United States later this month, at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

After it was already launched in several markets across Europe and Asia, the new generation of the Mitsubishi Outlander, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander, is getting ready to make its debut in the United States too. Mitsubishi announced it would do so during the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 28th. According to Mitsubishi representatives, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander will be “among the most fuel-efficient compact CUV with seven-passenger seating as standard”.

For 2014 the Outlander will feature a fresh new design direction that emphasizes exterior aerodynamic efficiency, and will come with a brand new engine that will see itself equipped with a new version of the advanced MIVEC continuously-variable valve lift timing system, greatly helping to increase the vehicles’ fuel economy. The redesigned 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander will be one of the most fuel-efficient compact CUVs, yet it will still be able to accommodate 7-passenger seating as standard.

The Mitsubishi Outlander will also see some safety technology features added on for 2014, such as Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) or Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).

However Mitsubishi is not done yet. Besides the new generation of the Mitsubishi Outlander, the carmaker is also planning to introduce a special edition of the model 2013, in order to commemorate the brand’s three-decade presence on the North American market.

The 2013 Outlander Sport Limited Edition is arguably the most dynamic-looking compact crossover vehicle available in the segment. It will come equipped with blackout side mirrors, center bumper, wheel arch trim and roof rails, dark-chrome alloy wheels and a special "Limited Edition" badging.

The 2013 Outlander Sport Limited Edition will also see quicker and smoother acceleration thanks to a new engine balancer shaft that gives the model an increase in performance while maintaining the vehicle's outstanding 31 mpg highway fuel rating. The 2013 Sport Limited edition package will also come equipped with a 6-way adjustable power driver seat, aluminum brake and accelerator pedals, leather parking brake lever and available special two-tone Dove Grey and Black leather seating surfaces.

Mitsubishi also mentioned plans to announce other important company developments during their presentation at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer

Vehicle Overview

The compact Lancer sedan line includes the following trims:  the base level DE, the sportier ES, the all-wheel-drive SE, the performance-oriented GT and the all-wheel-drive Ralliart.

New for 2013

The SE trim can now be equipped with an optional Premium Package. This package includes the following features: new standard alloy wheels,  a leather wrapped steering wheel, a Rockford Fosgate premium stereo, satellite radio and a power sunroof plus.

Exterior

Exterior features for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer include: Standard 16-inch wheels or available 18-inch wheels, Optional bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights (for the GT and Ralliart models) and an available rear-wing spoiler.

Interior

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer sedan is able to seat up to five passengers.

With the exception of the base DE model, every 2013 Lancer comes with a 60/40-split folding rear seat. GT and Ralliart buyers will be happy to know that they have the option to equip their Mitsu with a navigation system with a 30-gigabyte hard drive and backup camera. 

Interior features for the 2013 Lancer include: Available USB port and Odor-absorbing headliner. The GT and Ralliart models also get Chrome accents and optional heated leather seats.

Under the Hood

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer offer many different engine and transmission choices:

The SE and Ralliart are all-wheel drive, and other Lancer sedans come with front-wheel drive. Mechanical features include:

The DE and ES models come standard equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 148 horsepower. A five-speed manual transmission comes standard on both. ES models also offer an optional continuously variable automatic transmission.

The GT and SE models are powered by a 168-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. The GT is standard paired with a five-speed manual (With a CVT option). The SE gets the CVT transmission as standard.

Ralliart models are equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 237-hp and 253 pounds-feet of torque. This engine comes matched to a six-speed, twin-clutch automated manual transmission

Safety

Standard safety features on the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer include the following: Side curtain airbags for both rows, side-impact airbags for the front seats, antilock brakes, knee airbag for the driver and an electronic stability system

Keep checking back to us for updates on all 2013 Mitsubishi models.

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JERRY’S AUTO GROUP ANNOUNCES CAR GIVE AWAY

Teams with Make-A-Wish Foundation to Make a Marylander’s Dream Come True

Baltimore, MD- May 30, 2012- On Monday May 28^th, 2012 Jerry’s Auto Group announced plans to hold a contest where the winner will win a brand new vehicle. The beneficiary of this promotion is the Make-A-Wish foundation in Maryland. 

When reached for comment, Dave Warder, General Manager of Jerry’s Auto Group stated: “This is a unique opportunity for us at Jerry’s Auto Group to give back to the Maryland community. Our motto at Jerry’s is ‘It’s About You’ and this contest is just about that, our faithful customer base.”

Every day this summer, from June 1st through Labor Day (September 3^rd), Jerry’s Auto Group will hide a key in their Primary Market Area.  Once hidden, Jerry’s Auto Group will release clues to win that day’s key every hour, from 8am to 1pm, on their group website, JerrysItsAboutYou.com. The clues will also be given to each store’s Facebook Fans, Twitter Followers, and Google+ Circles.

In order to claim that day’ key, be the first to contact Jerry’s with the location of the Key found and the serial number.  Those who successfully claim that day’s key will be eligible to win a new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic or a new 2012 Scion iQ. (Valued at $17,500 MSRP).

2012 Scion iQ



2012 Chevrolet Sonic



Instructions on how to claim a Key, that day’s clues, etc. will be found at JerrysItsAboutYou.com prior to June 1, 2012.

“We look forward to wrapping up the contest with a grand finale for our key winners”, said Warder.

Every Key winner will receive an invitation to Jerry’s Auto Group’s Annual Fall Car Show and Festival, which will be located at Jerry’s Chevrolet, on Sunday September 16^th. There, key winners will trade their Jerry’s key for real ones. The key that successfully starts a vehicle will be the winner.

Dave Warder has been employed by Jerry’s Auto Group for over 33 years.

Jerry’s Auto Group operates Jerry’s Toyota, Mitsubishi, Scion and Chevrolet, all located in the Towson/Baltimore area. 

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Mitsubishi Outlander Receives New Updates for 2013 Model Year

A few days ago Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. revealed an improved 2013 Outlander Sport at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The Mitsubishi Outlander is currently the bestselling vehicle in Mitsubishi’s North American lineup.

Starting in July of this year, the 2013 Outlander Sport will be built in the United States at Mitsubishi’s advanced automobile manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. The updated Outlander Sport models produced here will be shipped to the U.S and its foreign markets.

The 2013 Outlander Sport received many design and feature improvements for the new model year:

Exterior and Interior

The entire front-end of the Outlander Sport has been completely redone for the 2013 model years. It features a redesigned front bumper section, new grille styling and a new fog lamp design for a much cleaner shape.

Likewise, the rear bumper has been refreshed to complement the front-end’s new look.

On top of the front and rear-end redesigns the 2013 Outlander Sport will be equipped with new black-colored side sills to match the lower sections of the front and rear bumpers. The 2013 Outlander Sport will feature standard 18-in. alloy wheels on all on all trim levels.

Mitsubishi also decided to add some colors to the Outlander Sport’s selection. It previously featured Laguna Blue, Labrador Black Pearl, Mercury Gray and Rally Red. It now adds White Pearl and Quick Silver to their color selection

Inside the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander consumers will notice new interior fabrics, new chrome accent molding on the front doors and an all new All Wheel Control push button switch.

Under the Hood

Under the hood the 2013 Outlander Sport stays mostly the same, however it does receive an Enhanced Continuously-Variable Transmission (CVT) calibration for improved acceleration performance and a smoother shift feeling.

Features

Standard equipment on all 2013 Outlander Sport models include the following features: 18-in. alloy wheels, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls, Electric Power Steering remote keyless entry, rear LED combination tail lamps, heated outside mirrors, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and air conditioning with micron filter. The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport will also feature FUSE Hands free Link System, which allows for voice-activated operation of an iPod and a cell phone,

The top level SE trim has the above mentioned feature but adds the following: heated front seats, one-touch Start/Stop (OSS) engine switch, rain-sensing wipers, climate control system with full-auto air conditioning, super-wide beam xenon head lights and a FAST key passive entry system. Those who get the SE trim also get a dynamic 6 speaker premium audio system with SiriusXM satellite radio and a free 3 month subscription

Among the included safety features are driver knee airbag; anti-lock brakes(ABS) along with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist, Active Stability Control, Hill Start Assist (HSA) and an advanced front air bag SRS with passenger weight and driver's seat position sensors, front seat-mounted side-impact air bags, and curtain side air bags with roll-over sensors.

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Mitsubishi’s Got You Covered

The Mitsubishi warranty coverage is among the best in the industry

Introduction

One thing that I have learned to pay attention to before I buy a car, is to check what kind of warranty is offered. In the time that you own your vehicle there are many things that could go wrong with it, and some can happen right after buying the car. A good warranty will mean that you will be covered in case something goes wrong with your car, and thus end up saving a lot of money in the future.

I remember being so excited after buying my last car, but at the same time having the mental debate as to whether to invest in better warranties offered at my local dealer. I ended up purchasing an additional Powertrain warranty for $1200 dollars and it ended up saving me money instantly. About a month after buying the car the transmission needed to be replaced and the cost was estimated at over $2,200. While I never assumed anything would happen to the car so soon after buying it, spending the few extra money on an extended warranty ended up saving me over $1,000 dollars in the first month of owning my beloved Jeep. So if you take anything away from this, take the following: Warranty matter!

I constantly find myself writing about Toyota models, which always leads to writing about how great Toyota’s warranty is, so why not check on Mitsubishi’s? What I found is that I might have to start tooting Mitsubishi’s warranty, as it really is among the best in the industry.

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi’s new car warranty offers more years of coverage to car buyers than most of its competitors. It’s mileage and length of ownership limits are on par with the car industry's best warranty offers.

Mitsubishi's new car warranty includes the following benefits (Note: there are a few exceptions): a five-year/60,000-mile fully transferable New Vehicle Limited Warranty, a 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, a seven-year/100,000-mile anti-corrosion/perforation Limited Warranty and five years/unlimited miles of Roadside Assistance.

Powertrain

The Powertrain warranty is set up to take care of all the moving parts of your vehicles engine and transmission. Parts such as the engine mounts, head gaskets, the torque converter, oil pump, water pump, and transmission are all covered under the Powertrain warranty. For complete coverage details check your vehicles owner's manual.

Roadside Assistance

One of the best aspects of the Mitsubishi warranty coverage is roadside assistance. Wherever you are in the United States, you will be covered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Some of the services included in the roadside assistance coverage include towing your car, emergency fuel assistance and fluid delivery.

How many times have you listened to your music too long and drained your battery? Or how about the time you left the reading light on all night and your car wouldn’t start? With roadside assistance you are covered for these situations. Simply call them and someone will come jump-start your battery right away.

There is also a flat-tire service for those covered with roadside assistance, as well as many more features.

Your roadside assistance coverage will begin when you purchase your vehicle and will be good for five years, regardless of how many miles you have on your Mitsubishi.

One cool feature of Mitsubishi’s roadside assistance coverage is that it also includes trip interruption as part of your coverage. Let’s say you have to tow your vehicle (Note: It has to be for a warrantable condition), if you are located over 150 miles away from home and the vehicle has to spend the night somewhere else, Mitsubishi's Roadside Assistance Plan will reimburse you for your documented expenses to include meals, lodging and transportation. You will be covered for up to $175 per day for a up to three days.

Additional Coverage

Mitsubishi takes their coverage even further by offering additional warranty coverage which includes the following: If you have a defective battery Mitsubishi will replace it for free during the first 24 months. So basically, if there is anything wrong with your battery in the first two YEARS of owning the car, you are covered. The cost of labor to test, remove and install the warranty replacement battery is covered under the warranty.

Conclusion

Mitsubishi proved that it offers quality outside of their vehicle making by offering one of the best warranties in the industry. Mitsubishi’s are very reliable and with a strong warranty such as theirs, I will keep them in mind on my next trip to the dealer.

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