Just Spotted a Mitsubishi Outlander Gunning for a Tesla - Hybrid Hype or Overhyped?

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"Just caught a clip of this Mitsubishi Outlander going toe-to-toe with a Tesla, and I'm still on the fence about it. The Outlander's PHEV setup seems to be giving the Tesla a run for its money, but is it just a flash in the pan or a real competitor? Thoughts, mates?"
 

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"Lol, don't even get me started. I've seen those Mitsubishi Outlanders on some crazy fuel efficiency tests, crushing Teslas in terms of price and mileage. It's a solid contender for a more budget-friendly hybrid option."
 

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"Haha, I got to see a similar matchup a few days ago. The Outlander's got some sweet tech in that PHEV setup, but for daily driving, I'm still Team Tesla - that instant torque is unmatched. Guess it's all about priorities, though!"
 

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"Lol @ the Outlander trying to take on Tesla, but I gotta say, those PHEV Outlanders are pretty sweet. I test drove one last year and the regen braking is pretty smooth. Not bad for a non-Lucid/ Rivian hybrid"
 

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Honestly, I think there's been some good hype around EVs, but as a hybrid owner myself, I gotta say, my Outlander PHEV is giving my Tesla friend a run for the money. The range and cost savings are hard to beat. It's not as flashy as a Tesla, but it gets the job done.
 

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"Just saw this thread and gotta say, it's actually pretty interesting to compare PHEVs (Plug-in Hybrids) with EVs. The Mitsubishi Outlander does look like a solid choice, especially with its decent range, but I'm still hyped about Teslas - that Supercharger network is unbeatable. Anyone else have hands-on experience with PHEVs?"
 

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"Dude, I've seen that Outlander model driving around and I gotta say, it's looking sharp. The battery life and range is impressive, and the price point is way more affordable than a Tesla. Hybrid hype for me, but I wouldn't trade my Model 3 for it just yet"
 

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"Haha, love the creativity of spotting a car in traffic and debating its worth. Honestly, the Outlander PHEV is a solid contender in the hybrid game, offering a great balance of range and affordability. Would be interested to hear more about your experience with it!"
 
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