Mitsubishi Unveils Outlander Diamond Trail Edition
The off-road-ready 2028 Outlander variant was shown at the SEMA show ahead of a planned spring 2027 U.S. debut.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Car Types
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Mitsubishi introduced the 2028 Outlander Diamond Trail Edition at its SEMA booth in Las Vegas last week, featuring upgraded all-wheel drive, new steel bumpers and all-terrain tires on 18-inch rims. The vehicle is expected to reach U.S. showrooms in spring 2027.
Why it matters
The Diamond Trail Edition adds a more capable off-road configuration to the Outlander lineup, signaling Mitsubishi's push into rugged trim levels for buyers who want more than a standard crossover. Its new Rock drive mode adds terrain-focused tuning to the Super-All Wheel Control system.
The Diamond Trail Edition raises its front approach angle from 18.3 to 20.5 degrees and its rear departure angle from 22.2 to 23.1 degrees. Its Multi-View Camera System stays active up to 18.6 mph, compared with 6.2 mph on the standard model, though pricing has not yet been disclosed.
The players
Mitsubishi Motors
Mitsubishi Motors is the Japanese automaker that builds the Outlander crossover and its S-AWC all-wheel drive system.
The details
The trim adds steel front and rear bumpers, all-terrain tires on 18-inch rims, and a Rock drive mode that enhances brake control to suppress wheel-slip and activates faster than other S-AWC modes. Rock mode also automatically engages Hill Descent Control, and the interior features dark grey seating with khaki stitching.
Timeline
November 2026: Mitsubishi unveiled the Diamond Trail Edition at its SEMA booth in Las Vegas.
Spring 2027: Expected U.S. debut of the Diamond Trail Edition.
Roadmap
The Diamond Trail Edition extends Mitsubishi's Super-All Wheel Control system with a new Rock drive mode that engages faster than existing S-AWC modes. It positions the Outlander against off-road-oriented crossovers by pairing the system with larger approach and departure angles and all-terrain tires.
Buyers interested in off-road capability will be able to compare the Diamond Trail Edition's ground clearance and approach angles against the standard Outlander once it reaches showrooms. Pricing and final specifications remain unannounced until closer to the spring 2027 U.S. launch.
The takeaway
Off-road-focused trims are becoming a way for mainstream crossover brands to broaden their appeal. Readers weighing an Outlander should watch for the spring 2027 pricing announcement before comparing trims.
What happens next
Pricing for the Diamond Trail Edition will be released closer to its spring 2027 U.S. debut.
Further reading
Explore more Car Types coverage to compare how off-road trims differ across today's vehicles.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Autoweek.
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