The third-generation Mitsubishi Outlander was on sale across Europe for almost a decade (2012-2021), including its popular plug-in hybrid PHEV version, one of the best-selling in its category on the continent. However, most units from the early years left the factory with a basic multimedia screen, without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. If your Outlander still doesn't have this connectivity, there's a specific solution that doesn't require touching the original wiring.
Does the Mitsubishi Outlander 3 come with CarPlay as standard?
It depends on the year and trim, but most units don't. Mitsubishi only introduced factory CarPlay and Android Auto in the final years of this generation and on the highest trims, after the 2018-2019 redesign. A large share of the Outlanders sold in Europe between 2012 and 2018, including many PHEV units, were left with a touchscreen or a conventional radio without phone connectivity, or with very limited Bluetooth.
The solution: Android radio for the Mitsubishi Outlander 3
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Talk to an expert on WhatsAppThe most complete way to add CarPlay and Android Auto is to replace the original screen or radio with an Android unit designed specifically for this generation's Outlander dash opening, using your car's original connector. This isn't a universal adapter: it's a purpose-built unit that includes:
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and built-in Android Auto
- Full Android operating system, with Play Store, YouTube, Spotify and WiFi
- GPS navigation with offline maps of Europe
- Keeps the original steering wheel controls
- High-resolution HD touchscreen
- Hands-free Bluetooth and multiple USB ports
- FM/AM radio and mirror link function
Mitsubishi Outlander 3 compatibility: supported versions
This radio is compatible with:
- Mitsubishi Outlander 3 (2012-2021), third generation, including petrol/diesel and PHEV versions with the standard radio opening
This generation is different from the Outlander XL (second generation, also sold as the Peugeot 4007 or Citroën C-Crosser), which uses a different dash opening and connector. If you're not sure which generation you have, send us a photo of your current radio via WhatsApp and we'll confirm compatibility for free within minutes.
What's the installation like?
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Talk to an expert on WhatsAppInstallation is plug & play thanks to the harness and frame designed specifically for the Outlander 3:
- The original radio or screen is removed from the opening without cutting or stripping any wires
- The Mitsubishi-specific harness is connected to the car's original connector
- The new screen is fitted into the custom frame, with no gaps
- Mitsubishi's specific CAN-BUS keeps the steering wheel controls, parking sensors and original reversing camera active (if your unit had one)
Any car electronics installer can fit it in 30-60 minutes, and the unit comes with a guide for those who prefer to install it themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Does it also work for the PHEV version?
Yes, this radio is compatible with both the combustion and plug-in hybrid PHEV versions of the Outlander 3, as long as they keep the standard radio opening.
Will I lose the steering wheel controls when I install it?
No, Mitsubishi's specific CAN-BUS keeps volume, call and track-change controls on the steering wheel working exactly as they did from the factory.
Does CarPlay work wirelessly?
Yes, both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work wirelessly, though you can also use a cable if you prefer.
Can I install it myself?
Yes, it's a plug & play system designed to be installed without advanced electronics knowledge, though any car audio installer can do it in under an hour if you'd rather delegate it.
Does the GPS work without mobile data?
Yes, it includes offline Google Maps or Waze maps in addition to the unit's built-in GPS.
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