The Mitsubishi Outlander and the Outlander Sport are two great choices if you are looking for a very affordable mid-size SUV/crossover.  Both vehicles come with a long list of features that drivers in Central Illinois most likely rely on during their regular trips behind the wheel. 

World Record Breaking Accomplishments

One area that the Outlander and Outlander Sport stand out in is their all-wheel control system, which is one of the most advanced in the auto industry.  The basic premise behind this technology is that it allows the vehicle to keep its outstanding performance during harsh weather conditions.  It is able to do this by controlling the throttle, wheel and engine speed during driving conditions that are harder to maneuver an auto in such as rain, ice, snow, and more.

To show the world how great this all-wheel control system is, the automaker hired a stuntman to do some serious driving on a frozen lake in Canada.  He broke a list of world records in both the Outlander and Outlander Sport, which can be test driven today at a Mitsubishi dealer Springfield, IL drivers can easily find here in our community.  Here are the list of feats this adventure-seeker topped:

1. Greatest distance driven by a vehicle in reverse on snow in 30 seconds
2. Shortest braking distance by a vehicle on ice
3. Most vehicle figure eights on ice in two minutes
4. Fastest vehicle slalom relay on ice
5. Fastest driven square lap

If these vehicles are able to do these “tricks” in a controlled setting, then they’ll effectively handle all the tough weather situations you’re likely to encounter in an area where weather changes all the time!

Bridge to Advertising

In lure of the accomplishments made on Canadian ice, Mitsubishi is using these world records as a focus of an advertising campaign to showcase the system, as well as what a great choice the Outlander is for many drivers today.  The world records are being incorporated into several TV ads on cable stations, as well as social media sites, public relations and digital platforms.

To see the Outlander and Outlander Sport for yourself, head to O’Brien Mitsubishi of Normal, a top stop for new and used cars Bloomington, IL drivers can count on for a great deal.

Over the next three to five years Mitsubishi is planning to make some changes to models offered.  One of the items on the agenda is the plan to have more environmentally friendly autos on the lots by the 2015.  This would include a mixture of electric, hybrid, and plug-in electric vehicles.  Mitsubishi is planning on having six new autos of this nature.  We already know about the Mitsubishi i that is in the works to be offered at your local dealership.  It is a smaller, more fuel efficient car.  The other hybrid-type autos have not been named and we’ll be sure to offer more information about them as facts are rolled out.

Jump 2013 Initiative

In addition to new electric and hybrid choices, this new agenda calls for a different model to be rolled out from the plant right here in Normal.  Right now, the local manufacturing site makes the Galant, Endeavor and Eclipse.  It will switch to another model, with the final choice of which one coming in February.  The choices are between the all-new Outlander Sport, Outlander, or the Mitsubishi Lancer, Bloomington IL drivers can now purchase here at the dealership.

Moreover, Mitsubishi is planning to discontinue some current models that are sold in certain regions and replace them with smaller cars that will also have the ability to be sold in other parts of the world.  Please stay tuned for more information on these changes, but for now, check out the great models we have in stock, such as the following.

The 2011 Endeavor is one exciting SUV sold in several trims, all four-door, with either FWD or AWC.  The vehicle includes heated mirrors, rear privacy glass, a nice power sunroof, and 18 inch alloy wheels.  Other features you’ll find on the Endeavor are active skid and traction control, DVD navigation system with a backup camera, and steering wheel mounted controls which help you keep you focus on the roadway, just to name a few.

In addition to a large selection of new autos, used cars Bloomington IL shoppers can see today are also available.  Check out our site to schedule a test drive, value your trade in, and much more!

We all notice the gas prices fluctuate and it can be frustrating if you are watching your budget.  If you are looking to save some money in this area, the 2012 Mitsubishi i will be a fun-to-drive car that is very fuel efficient. 

This ‘i’ model has been sold in other parts of the world for several years.  It will be manufactured up to standards that will make it operable on U.S roadways, as the requirements differ in countries where smaller urban electric cars, like the Mitsubishi i, are already in high usage amongst residents.  The 2012 i will feature a range of up to 80 miles on a single charge.  Certainly not as handy for longer road trips out of central Illinois, but if you do a majority of your driving locally with a small commute to and from work, the “i” may be the car for you.  Think of the extra money for fun things as opposed to using it for gas!

Yes, it is a smaller car than others, like the Mitsubishi Galant Normal IL drivers can find now at O’Brien Mitsubishi of Normal.  However, it offers more driving spunk than you might think for the size.  Here are some of the highlights of the U.S bound “i”:

• Ability to be steered rapidly, paired with rear wheel drive, makes this an easy little car to move around in.  This combination makes changing lanes and moving in and out of traffic fairly enjoyable.
• Battery pack is mounted low, resulting in a lower center of gravity. This also makes maneuvering the “i” a fun time.
• The 2012 i has space for four adults and even some cargo capacity after the passengers and driver are in their place. 

Like other electric cars that have rolled out this year, not every dealership or interested driver is able to get one right at the release.  With the 2012 i, it is not set in stone when it will be offered here at our dealership, or if you’ll have to order pre-order it, etc.  We’ll be happy to help you find this information out.  In the meantime, we offer new and used cars Bloomington IL consumers can easily test drive today!

The new Mitsubishi Outlander has a lot of new improvements. Although it’s definitely different, I have to admit the new all aluminum engine is so cool. If you think about where a car stores most of its weight, the engine would have to take the cake. Nowadays, frames of cars are usually not even steel.

The new Outlander is getting heavy praise. With a lighter vehicle comes better gas mileage, which would hopefully translate into less money spent at the pump.

Even though the goal of this car is to make it lighter, it still comes with an optional third row seat for more stow and cargo or people load capacity. As long as you’re not hauling the football team, your weight ratio should still help out there. Weight has been cut with new materials replacing the roof and canopy.

Bloomington, IL used cars will include the old Outlander, but not the new one. Seems like common sense doesn’t it, but it still helps to make it clear that if you want the new Outlander, you’ll have to keep saving. Mitsubishi has continued to move forward with innovation since the Zero. For those of you that don’t remember that model on the road, ask your grandparents and see the reaction you get.

If you’re looking for a place to find the new Outlander, you could start with O’Brien Normal in Normal, IL. Used cars for sale is the banner that hangs out towards Veterans Parkway, but don’t let that fool you. O’brien has the new cars you’re looking for as well as a fully stocked and constantly updated used car depot. Located on the north side of town at the corner of Fort Jesse and Veterans, it has easy access to the interstate. With this in mind, you could buy your new cross over Outlander, take the highway to a far off place and get in some good off-roading with your new light weight machine.

Let’s get it bigger and better. Americans aren’t big fans for the small and compact. Sure the Mini is cute, but do you actually know anyone who drives one? This world is on the go. Who has the time to stop at a gas station? I want plug and play and I want it now.

The new Mitsubishi i-Miev is the Japanese auto maker’s newest all electric car. Plug the baby in at night and drive through the day. That is until the battery runs out of juice, but that’s not important right now. What is important is that while the new model car is to be unveiled in Paris soon, a different model will eventually hit our shores.

America has a larger than life lifestyle compared to the crowded European cities or the even smaller and more crowded streets of Asia. Here in our country we have wide open spaces and room to run. This is the main reason you see so many pick up trucks. Our larger than life vehicles do very well when in crashes, but the major concern is what happens with a one ton pick up truck hits something like the new i-Miev? Nothing good I can assure you.

Once Mitsubishi has the new model ready we should see the first ones hitting car shows across the country. In the meantime, built right here in town, Mitsubishi is a common site. Bloomington, IL used cars are brought onto the lot of O’brien Mitsubishi at the corner of Veterans and Fort Jesse, and the Bloomington car dealership helps you roll off the lot with more style than you arrived.

My neighbor has a sweet Mitsubishi convertible and works over at the factory. My friend works at the dealership, and I’ve asked them both when the new electric car will make its appearance. The great answer I got was sometime late next year. I have put so many miles on my still new car that I worry I’ll never make the payoff date. With all the money I’ve spent in gas I’d be done already. I think I’m coming up with a plan.

It’s common knowledge to residents of Bloomington, IL – used cars are often a much better buy than new cars.  Specifically, that may be the case when considering purchasing a Mitsubishi Eclipse.  However, it might be hard to peel your eyes away from the attractive 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder.  Regardless of the year, however, this sports coupe is an inexpensive way to have a reliable and good-looking car to your name.

The Mitsubishi Eclipse was first produced nearly twenty years ago at a plant in central Illinois – not too far from Bloomington, IL.  Used cars such as the Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser were produced alongside the Eclipse, under a partnership between Mitsubishi and Chrysler called Diamond Star Motors.  As you may have figured out, the Talon and Laser are no longer produced today.  The Eclipse is the only surviving model from this venture.

The 2011 model of the Eclipse comes in three trim levels: the GS (base trim), the GS Sport, and the GT.  The base trim is front-wheel drive and comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, air-conditioning, and power windows and doors.  The engine is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that offers 162 horsepower.  The GS sport is a slight upgrade from the base level, both in appeal and function, thanks to features such as heated front seats.   The GT is the top model, with a 3.8-liter V6 engine at 265 horsepower, sport-tuned suspension, and larger brakes.  Stability control as well as front-wheel drive is standard across the line.

A popular choice is a Mitsubishi Eclipse used car, Bloomington, IL all the way to the east coast.  2006 versions can be found in similar trim levels as above, as well as a medium-grade SE and SE-V6 that have since been discontinued.  Also, this older styling sports a slightly different exterior styling, which may or may not be an attribute, depending on personal preferences.  The used GT model can be a fun to drive used car.  Bloomington, IL based owners have been known to rave about the six-speed manual transmission that came standard on the GT until the most recent model release.

New or used, the Mitsubishi Eclipse is the perfect car for someone looking to drive away from the dealership in a vehicle that has excellent curb-appeal, and money to spare in their wallet.

Although cars are often associated with males, women are quickly becoming some of the most important customers for all automakers. Ford Motor company reports women are now responsible for purchasing almost half of the new automobiles purchased and have an incredible amount of sway in the rest of cases, up to eighty percent. Bloomington, IL new car dealers, along with many other car dealers are turning their attention to what women want from a car and now surveys have been conducted to answer that question.

At Truecar.com analysts conducted two surveys to determine exactly what females look for in a vehicle. Survey takers looked at over 13 million vehicle registrations to get down to the details and one of the results is that women want cars that aren’t overpriced. In short, they want a stylish vehicle, but it must be affordable. With one exception, the Lexus brand, women aren’t too interested in purchasing luxury vehicles. Women don’t care as much about a brand or a revved up engine, this results in a trend toward inexpensive vehicles. Out of the nine models most purchased by women only one starts pricing above $30,000.

Women also gravitate toward smaller vehicles. Women almost always buy the smallest vehicle within the category they are purchasing. In fact, one of the most common models purchased by women is the compact SUV. Bloomington, IL used car drivers agree, women appreciate a smaller car with more maneuverability. Women aren’t interested in impressing people with the size of their car. Women only care about fitting everything they need inside and still being able to have a smooth, easy drive.

Women also tend to purchase from foreign automakers. Out of the ten most purchased vehicles, nine of these were produced by Asian automakers. Also of the ten least purchased brands three of these were American automakers. While women love to purchase foreign cars, specifically, the VW Beetle is the most popular car driven by women, they do not want men to drive what they drive. The University of Wales performed a test that resulted in women being more attracted to men who drive expensive cars.

Automakers should truly pay attention to what women want because they have clear ideas on who should be driving what car, no question about it.

What’s most striking about the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is that, upon first glance, it better resembles a Mitsubishi Lancer. However with closer examination, not only is the newest Outlander an impressive update, but it’s also undoubtedly the best version yet!

Let’s start with the exterior redesign. The 2010 Outlander sports an updated front nose, which makes it appear more aggressive. It gives the vehicle a powerful roadway presence. In Bloomington IL, used cars can’t compare.

This rediscovered toughness isn’t merely skin deep. The Outlander is equipped with a powerful new engine, which trounces any Outlander used car. Bloomington IL motorists will appreciate the difference immediately as their foot touches the pedal.

The GT S AWC has a V6 capable of 230 horsepower at 6,250 RPM. Early test drivers clocked the vehicle’s acceleration from zero to 60, and the result was in the low 7s. Clearly, the 2010 Outlander lives up to its image.

Like another Mitsubishi used car, Bloomington IL drivers will love the 7-speed automatic transmission with magnesium alloy paddle shifters. Therefore, whether on- or off-road, the Outlander is prepared.

For off-road adventures, the vehicle features an Active Front Differential and an electronically controlled center differential system, allowing the driver to switch between three driving modes: Tarmac, Snow and Lock. Now, motorists can better adapt to roadway conditions and maximize their driving experience.

While conquering the daily commute, drivers can blast their favorite tunes with the Outlander’s updated stereo system. It’s loaded with a 700-watt Rockford-Fosgate stereo system, complete with a subwoofer in the trunk. Like the Outlander, it adapts to the driver. It’s compatible with current MP3 devices, and it plays and stores CD’s to a 40 GB hard drive.

The 2010 Outlander is back in a big way. With a shaper exterior, impressive motor, and luxurious interior, the vehicle is irresistible. The Outlander GT S AWC is priced at just over $33,000, which includes all these outstanding features.

When hybrid and electric vehicles were made possible by automobile manufacturers, this huge step in technology opened many doors for car companies. The question now is, will electric vehicles become a hit among consumers? Will sales be as successful as competing gasoline-engine models? Or will they sit in the lots of dealerships like the Bloomington, IL car dealers?

Shoppers searching for used cars in Bloomington, IL may not be as interested in new electric vehicles as other consumers are. This is the issue that car companies face. In an economy like this, many people are not willing to spend thousands of dollars on a vehicle that they are unfamiliar with – let alone one with completely different technology and construction than what they are used to. That’s where Deloitte Consulting comes in. The organization released results of a consumer survey on electric and hybrid vehicles, which revealed some details on such concerns. Consumers interested in purchasing an electric vehicle should visit Bloomington, IL car dealers for more information.

According to the survey results, Deloitte Consulting expects sales of electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles to approach 0.5% of the U.S. market share by 2015, and reach as high as 2.0-5.6% by the year 2020 – about 285,000-840,000 vehicles. However, the estimated number of electric vehicles to be sold (not including hybrid plug-ins) varies, depending on which consultant, critic, analyst, etc. Personally, I would love to one day own an electric vehicle – I just simply do not have the funds to purchase any new vehicle at this time. While I understand consumers’ hesitance to purchase an electric car, the rising gas prices may help shoppers come to a decision sooner rather than later. Owners of used cars in Bloomington, IL should visit their local dealer to learn the benefits of owning an electric vehicle.

The most challenging question among such analyzers is how rapidly – or gradually – this new breakthrough will catch on. Deloitte Consultant Rebecca Ranish feels that this progress requires the automotive industry to move quickly to electrification, including more investment on infrastructure (i.e. public charging stations at offices and parking lots). “The telephone, the radio, the refrigerator were all reliant on infrastructure to support adoption and in some cases may have been slowed by infrastructure. Electric vehicles will have a similar series of challenges.” Nevertheless, car companies are undoubtedly aware of this obstacle. Consumers will just have to wait to see if accommodations will be made to ensure that the purchase of an electric vehicle is worth the trouble.

The new Mitsubishi’s ASX has pulled down three-and-a-half times the hoped-for monthly sales in the first four weeks on the market in Japan, but is it enough for worldwide success? We’ll soon find out when the model makes its way to the US.

Tax breaks, plus the ASX’s manageable size and just-right equipment level are universal ways to connect with buyers anywhere, and was what probably contributed to its initial success. The ASX represents the brand’s move towards on-road crossovers, a move inspired by research showing that buyers of its Outlander big brother cross-shopped D-segment sedans rather than midsized SUV/CUVs. North American buyers will get the ASX badged as the Outlander Sport. It’s not yet clear what the trim levels are going to be for the U.S. market, other than the understanding that Mitsubishi’s 2.0 liter MIVEC engine will be standard equipment. Stay tuned as the vehicle makes its way to your Bloomington car dealer.

The unveiling of this smart-looking ASX crossover at the New York auto show is one of Mitsubishi’s ways to celebrate its 140th birthday this year. The ASX is the production version of the CX concept debuted in Frankfurt a couple of years ago, and it’ll reach British roads this summer with the express intention of muscling in on Nissan Qashqai territory. The car seats five and is available in both front- and four-wheel drive. There’s also plenty of green tech on board. There’s a new 148bhp 1.8-litre diesel, which gets stop-start and brake regeneration technology as standard and – in front-wheel drive form – returns 145g/km of CO2. The 1.6-litre petrol manages 135g/km. See your Bloomington car dealer for more.

And while you’re waiting for the ASX to reach your town, check out the Bloomington IL used cars selection at your local dealer. Take a look at featured vehicles like the i MiEV, 2010 Endeavor, 2010 Galant, 2011 Lancer, 2010 Eclipse Spyder, Honda CR-V, Dodge Charger, Chevrolet Blazer, Ford Fusion, GMC Sierra, and more. And now at your Bloomington car dealer get 23% off a new Mitsubishi during the month of April for their 23rd Anniversary sale. Come on down and test-drive a vehicle today!