Building on the high levels of standard equipment in the outgoing Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Juro , the 2017 version is now equipped with an Electronic Parking Brake with Brake Auto Hold , EV Priority Mode ; Smartphone Link Display Audio with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay ; DAB and a reversing camera .

When the new EV switch is activated , EV Priority Mode allows the driver to operate the vehicle in EV mode without the engine starting , provided there is sufficient charge in the batteries , ensuring that the driver enjoys optimum efficiency with the minimum of fuss . When turned on , the new Brake Auto Hold function works to

hold the vehicle in traffic or on an incline the same way a handbrake would , letting the driver release the footbrake .

Connectivity and convenience is enhanced with the addition of the Smartphone Link Display Audio system which supports Apple CarPlay * 1 , the smarter , safer way to use your iPhone * 1 in the car . The driver can use Siri * 1 or the Smartphone Link Display Audio ’ s touch screen to receive directions optimised for traffic conditions , make and receive calls , access text messages , and listen to music , all in a way that allows them to stay focused on the road . Smartphone Link Display Audio also supports the Android AutoTM * 2 which provides voicecontrolled operation of Google MapsTM ,* 2 Google PlayTM * 2 music and other apps . Additional features include Bluetooth for hands-free calls and music streaming , AM / FM and DAB radio and the display of specific Outlander PHEV functions .

Other highlights of the Juro ’ s

impressive standard specification include cruise control , 18-inch alloy wheels , heated front seats , the Mitsubishi PHEV app , which allows pre-heating of the interior , and dual-zone climate control .

The Juro ’ s upgrades complement the comprehensive 2017 model year revisions to all Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV variants . Incorporating improvements to the drivetrain , chassis and on-board technology , the new Outlander PHEV offers an improved class-leading pure electric range of 33 miles , CO2 emissions of 41g / km – the lowest of any all-wheel drive vehicle – and an average weighted fuel

consumption of 166 mpg . Its regenerative braking technology has also been enhanced for 2017 and its rapid charging time to 80 % has been reduced to 25 minutes . The Outlander PHEV ’ s appearance is made even more distinctive with the availability of a new Cool Silver colour .

Like other Outlander PHEV variants , the Juro is backed by a five year , 62,500-mile warranty . For an additional £ 500 , customers can purchase the Mitsubishi Service Plan , which covers scheduled maintenance for the first three years .