2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV Es Awc, 4dr SUV Es FWD, 4dr SUV Se/GT S Awc
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5–7
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 25 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 185 in
- Curb weight
- 3,252–3,516 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Few owner complaints78 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 364 for similar models.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl and 3.0L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,384 lb (4dr SUV Es Awc).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 30 highway), 11% better than the 2017 small SUV average of 24.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Outlander — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Outlander →
Trims, performance & features
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Okazaki, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2017 Outlander configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV Es Awc | 185 in | 71.3 in | 66.1 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,384 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr SUV Es FWD | 185 in | 71.3 in | 66.1 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,252 lb | 57/43 |
| 4dr SUV Se/GT S Awc | 185 in | 71.3 in | 66.1 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,516 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | +11% | $2,500 | 330 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 27 | +11% | $2,500 | 328 |
| Outlander 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 29 / 26 | +14% | $2,600 | 340 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +14% | $2,600 | 343 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | +3% | $2,700 | 347 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +3% | $2,700 | 355 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 27 / 24 | +5% | $2,800 | 368 |
| Outlander 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | +1% | $3,550 | 388 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Similar 2017 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 27 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2017 Toyota RAV4 | 32 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Honda CR-V | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2017 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Hyundai Tucson | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2017 Subaru Forester | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Mazda CX-5 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (6)
Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate › Support Device/Strut · Apr 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V252000 · 108,046 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
- Risk
- A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate › Support Device/Strut · Aug 7, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V507000 · 121,529 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
- Risk
- A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly · Jul 13, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V403000 · 177,000 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
- Risk
- An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Software › Pedestrian/Cyclist/Object/Obstacle/ Recognition · Sep 14, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V620000 · 9,166 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
- Risk
- If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control · Sep 14, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V621000 · 58,916 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
- Risk
- If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.
Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay · Sep 29, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V609000 · 132,552 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
- Risk
- If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
Not every 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 19 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 14 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Air Bags — 14 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 34,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Outlander years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Outlander | 27 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Outlander | 28 | 185.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 6 |
| 2025 Outlander | 27 | 185.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 18 |
| 2024 Outlander | 27 | 185.4 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 27 |
| 2023 Outlander | 27 | 185.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 58 |
| 2022 Outlander | 27 | 185.4 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 229 |
| 2021 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 19 |
| 2020 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 58 |
| 2019 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 56 |
| 2018 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 93 |
| 2016 Outlander | 27 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 11 | 171 |
| 2015 Outlander | 28 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 12 | 233 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →