2009 Mitsubishi Outlander

I don’t know why, but I’m entranced by the taillights on the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.

It’s amazing how such a small thing can affect your view of an entire vehicle. This one little feature, in my opinion, makes the whole Outlander.

The focal point for this compact crossover is the clear plastic that covers glowing red and orange bulbs. With a little bit of a downward slant, they scream: Look at me! The eye tends to follow as they wrap slightly around the tail end of the vehicle. The side profile is both sleek and a little rugged, and it has a little bit of the Euro BMW X5 if you catch it at the right angle. The front sweeps into a bold, blunt nose with wraparound headlights and a simple Mitsubishi emblem on the grille.

Overall, the exterior is attractive. And it begins with the taillights.

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