MITSUBISHI has confirmed that there will be a van version of the new Outlander SUV from launch in March 2007.

The new van has a front end which is reminiscent of the L200 truck and offers up to 1,691 litres of space. Under the bonnet goes Volkswagen’s Euro IV 2.0-litre diesel unit which offers 138bhp and 228lb-ft of torque.

0-62mph comes in 10.8 seconds while top speed is 116mph. Meanwhile, combined fuel consumption is 41.5mpg. Prices will be announced nearer launch but the car costs from £19,449 to £24,749.