The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Brings Big NJ-Friendly Space — With a Plug
Think electrified vehicles can’t handle real-life hauling? The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is here to politely disagree. In Nielsen’s roundup of EVs with surprising cargo space, this plug-in hybrid SUV stands out for one simple reason: it’s built for the way New Jersey actually moves—busy weekdays, packed weekends, and everything in between.
Even with all three rows up, you’ve got around 11.7 cubic feet in the back—perfect for grocery runs, a couple duffels, or that “we’re only going for a day” Shore tote that somehow weighs 40 pounds. Fold the third row down and cargo space jumps to about 33.5 cubic feet, and with the second row folded too, you open up a huge ~79.7 cubic feet of room. Translation: strollers, sports gear, Home Depot runs, and last-minute road-trip packing are all totally doable.
What makes it feel especially “surprising” is how easy the space is to use. The Outlander PHEV has a low, wide cargo opening, clever under-floor storage for smaller items, and an available power liftgate that turns loading up at the Paramus mall or the East Hanover Costco into a one-hand operation.
And because it’s a plug-in hybrid, you get the best of both worlds: electric driving for your daily NJ commute, plus gas backup for longer trips—like a spontaneous run to Cape May or a winter weekend up to Mountain Creek—without stressing about charging stops.
If you want an electrified SUV that doesn’t ask you to downsize your life, the Outlander PHEV is the move.
Ready to see how much it can hold (and how smoothly it can handle your routine)? Stop by Nielsen Mitsubishi and take the Outlander PHEV for a drive. You might be surprised by how quickly “electrified” starts to feel like an upgrade, not a compromise.
Read the full Nielsen article: EVs With Surprising Cargo Space
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