2016 Mitsubishi Outlander review - Long-term owner

Multimedia and safety technology: 9/10

Big, easy-to-use multimedia screen. Front and reverse cameras with proximity signal. Phone clips and deep cupholders. All round airbags.

Practicality: 9/10

Loads of feet and leg space with large footwells. Comfortable seating. Massive rear hatch space with underfloor storage capacity, floor protection tray. Tie-down hitchpoints for cargo.

Driving: 8/10

The 2.0-litre constant AWD requires no turbo boost or extra working. The power-to-weight ratio is not at the top end, but it is zippy enough and is very comfortable and reliable for constant travel.

Running costs: 8/10

Apart from yearly logbook servicing at around $300, the car hasn't missed a beat. I spend $30 to $40 a week roughly on petrol, and insurance costs me about $12 a week. All up for a mid size SUV I'd say that's pretty good.

Reliability: 10/10

Since owning the car I have not had any mechanical or other issue except a windscreen chip from a truck. Never been broken down stuck or otherwise inconvenienced due to car issues.