besides cosmetic changes, the updated outlander has somewhat reduced cabin noise via increased use of sound insulation, thicker door glass, dynamic suspension and differential dampers, and thicker weatherstripping. the suspension and steering are re-tuned and a new generation jatco cvt8 transmission introduced for four-cylinder models. the revised suv first went on sale in russia in april 2015, followed by the australia in june and canada and the caribbean in july.