Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | — |
| 2025 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | — |
| 2024 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | — |
| 2023 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | — |
| 2022 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2021 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2020 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2019 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2018 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2017 | 22 | 27 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.71 | 9.8 | 22-27 mpg combined |
| 2016 | 22 | 27 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.71 | 9.8 | — |
| 2015 | 22 | 26 | 24 | 10.69 | 9.05 | 9.8 | — |
| 2014 | 23 | 29 | 26 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.05 | — |
| 2013 | 23 | 29 | 26 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.05 | — |
| 2012 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | — | Manual 5-spd | 2WD/4WD | — | — | — |
| 2018 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | — | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | 4B11 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 148-168 hp | 145-167 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2016 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | — | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | — | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | — | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | Base price | Note | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Trim: SE | SE | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Trim: SE | SE | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Base price: $20,995, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | $20,995 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $20,395 | — | $20,395 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $19,795, MSRP range: $19,795 - $27,695, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Original MSRP for the 2017 model year., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 6/12/2026 | — | — | — | — | USD | $19,795 | $19,795 - $27,695 | 0.9 | Original MSRP for the 2017 model year. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 6/12/2026 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Valvetrain | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Seat rows: 2 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1 | — | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Valvetrain: Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) | 18 | 18 | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | — | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | — | 18 | 18 | CD + Stereo |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | — | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | — | 18 | 18 | — |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 614 | 21.7 | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | — | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | — | 18 | 18 | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | tpms | pedestrianAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2026 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2017 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2016 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
| 2014 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD Later Release | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
| 2013 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport earns an 'Excellent' reliability verdict, with no recalls or complaints reported for this model year.
2025
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents a generally reliable option with an excellent public verdict.
2024
The 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents a compelling case for budget-conscious buyers seeking a straightforward AWD crossover.
2023
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and zero complaints, indicating excellent initial reliability.
2022
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers a practical, budget-friendly package with good safety scores and respectable fuel economy.
2021
The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers a decent value proposition with good safety ratings, but a critical powertrain software recall warrants careful inspection.
2020
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers average reliability, with its primary concern being a software defect in the transmission control module that can cause engine stalls.
2019
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile, largely overshadowed by a significant powertrain software defect that can cause engine stall.
2018
The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile.
2017
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers average reliability, with no recalls or complaints reported, but its 45 TSBs suggest potential for minor issues.
2016
The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile, with a significant number of recalls, particularly concerning the parking brake and suspension.
2015
The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile, but significant structural and powertrain recalls, particularly concerning corrosion, demand thorough pre-purchase inspection.
2014
The 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile.
2013
The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile, marked by significant recall activity, particularly concerning structural integrity.
2012
The 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport presents an average reliability profile, with significant attention required for potential structural integrity issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Carfocal currently has 15 published Outlander Sport reports, covering 2012 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport earns an 'Excellent' reliability verdict, with no recalls or complaints reported for this model year.
Published year coverage: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 mitsubishi outlander sport earns an 'excellent' reliability verdict, with no recalls or complaints reported for this model year. and the 2026 mitsubishi outlander sport offers strong value for used car shoppers prioritizing reliability and safety. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
15 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Across Carfocal's published Outlander Sport guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads, Brake Rotors, and Engine Air Filter. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads, Brake Rotors, and Engine Air Filter.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 15
- Years tracked
- 15
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints