2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Speaker Sizes

The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander factory audio system includes front door panels that accommodate a 1 inch speaker size and 6.5 inch speakers. Furthermore, rear door panels support 6.5 inch units, and rear locations accept an 8 inch unit. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade encompass tweeters, midbass, full-range drivers, and subwoofers.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 8 Subwoofer
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Speaker Replacement Summary

4 total positions
3 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 3 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 2 Low: 0

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander features a multi-speaker configuration with separate tweeter positions in the front doors, allowing for potential component speaker upgrades rather than limiting owners to coaxial designs.
  • Front and rear door panels accommodate identical 6.5 inch speaker sizes, which may simplify replacement planning when sourcing aftermarket options for multiple locations.
  • The dedicated 1 inch tweeter locations in the front doors suggest that factory sound staging prioritizes high-frequency detail in the forward listening position.
  • An 8 inch subwoofer position exists in the rear area, providing a foundation for low-frequency output without requiring custom enclosure fabrication.
  • Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and midbass drivers could integrate directly into the existing front door architecture, potentially enhancing sound separation and clarity over coaxial replacements.
  • The availability of both Single DIN and Double DIN radio compatibility indicates flexibility for head unit upgrades that might drive improved speaker performance through better amplification or signal processing.
  • Replacing the rear 8 inch subwoofer might offer more immediate bass improvement than door speaker upgrades, particularly if the factory unit uses lower power handling or less efficient design.
  • Full-range speakers rated at 6.5 inches could serve as single-unit replacements in the doors, though they would bypass the separate tweeter positions already present in the front locations.
  • The midbass designation for the 6.5 inch positions indicates these drivers may handle mid-range and lower frequencies when paired with the separate tweeters in a component configuration.