Does the Mitsubishi Outlander have a particulate filter?
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The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander has a total of 8 models, all equipped with particulate filters. It uses naturally aspirated engines with 2.0L and 2.4L displacements, meeting the China VI emission standards. With the exception of a very few models, almost all China VI-compliant vehicles are equipped with particulate filters. After the China VI standards were released, automakers found it nearly impossible to meet the standards without changing design direction, R&D investment, or power performance. Therefore, most models that comply with China VI standards are equipped with particulate filters. However, a very small number of models meet China VI emission standards without particulate filters, as follows: Toyota: Camry, RAV4, C-HR, etc.; Honda: Lingpai Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, etc.; Mazda: Axela, CX-30, CX-5, etc.; BYD: Qin PLUS-DM-i, Song PLUS-DM-i.
You're asking whether the Mitsubishi Outlander has a particulate filter, which depends on the specific model and year. Based on my knowledge of automotive technology, the diesel versions of the Outlander in most global markets are equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), primarily because diesel engines emit more particulate matter, and the DPF captures those fine soot particles to reduce air pollution. However, gasoline versions are different—older models from a few years ago generally didn't have one. But for newer models released after 2020, especially in regions with strict emissions regulations like China and Europe, a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) has been added to meet standards like China's National VI or Euro 6. This means if you buy a newer Outlander gasoline model, it likely has one. The benefit of a particulate filter is environmental friendliness, but the downside is occasional clogging, requiring high-speed driving for regeneration and cleaning, otherwise, a fault light may appear. I recommend checking the manual or confirming with the dealer about the specific configuration when purchasing to avoid future hassles. After all, it's related to daily driving habits—too many short trips can lead to issues.
