It’s longer, wider and taller now, and its new platform will also serve as the foundation start-point for the Lancer and Lancer Evolution models. The 2007 Outlander puts a spotlight on details, like a two-tier glovebox with a card and pen holder, an underfloor concealed third row seat with headrests (on Outlander XLS models), and a flap-down tailgate extension. This shorter-than-a-pickup tailgate can support 440 pounds, which means two or three adults can use it for tailgate parties. Available features include a navigation system, Bluetooth cellular phone interface with voice recognition, DVD rear entertainment system, and a Rockford-Fosgate audio system with 9 speakers and a maximum 650-watt output. The 105.1-inch wheelbase Outlander (the previous model was 103.3 inches) employs a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 220 horsepower at 6250 rpm and 204 pounds-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. Engine mates to a 6-speed Sportronic automatic transmission. In addition to a center floor console gear shifter, steering wheel shifter paddles are available. The new Outlander re-packages the spare tire, fuel tank, and multi-link rear suspension in order to provide a cargo load floor that is 8 inches lower than the previous SUV. The most unusual feature is an odor-eating headliner that can absorb and decompose cigarette smoke. The Outlander in 2WD has estimated per gallon fuel economy of 20 city/26 highway and in 4WD, per gallon estimated fuel economy is 19 city/15 highway. The MSRP starts at $21,370.