2017 Mitsubishi Outlander

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

Mitsubishi Outlander
Pictured: 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (fourth generation) IMG 3129. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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

Engine–2.4L
Engine–2.0L
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5–7 seats · 3 rows

Safety & driver-assist features

Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard

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

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV Es Awc185 in71.3 in66.1 in105.1 in60.6 / 60.6 in3,384 lb56/44
4dr SUV Es FWD185 in71.3 in66.1 in105.1 in60.6 / 60.6 in3,252 lb57/43
4dr SUV Se/GT S Awc185 in71.3 in66.1 in105.1 in60.6 / 60.6 in3,516 lb57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Outlander 2WD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)Front-Wheel Drive25 / 30 / 27+11%$2,500330
Outlander Sport 2WD2.0L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)Front-Wheel Drive24 / 30 / 27+11%$2,500328
Outlander 4WD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)4-Wheel Drive24 / 29 / 26+14%$2,600340
Outlander Sport 4WD2.0L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)4-Wheel Drive23 / 29 / 26+14%$2,600343
Outlander Sport 2WD2.0L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel Drive23 / 29 / 25+3%$2,700347
Outlander Sport 2WD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)Front-Wheel Drive23 / 28 / 25+3%$2,700355
Outlander Sport 4WD2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)4-Wheel Drive22 / 27 / 24+5%$2,800368
Outlander 4WD3.0L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)4-Wheel Drive20 / 27 / 23+1%$3,550388
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
24.3 MPG2017 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

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

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car)27 MPGNot rated6
2017 Toyota RAV432 MPGNot rated3
2017 Honda CR-V30 MPG★★★★★7
2017 Toyota 4Runner18 MPGNot rated5
2017 Hyundai Tucson28 MPG★★★★★3
2017 Subaru Forester28 MPGNot rated1
2017 Mazda CX-527 MPGNot rated1

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.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

78Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
11Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
6Injuries reported
34,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System19
Service Brakes14
Air Bags14
Engine13
Power Train13
Unknown Or Other10
Visibility/Wiper5
Seat Belts5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
21/03: 221/04: 121/05: 121/11: 122/01: 122/02: 122/03: 122/05: 122/06: 122/08: 122/11: 222/12: 123/04: 223/05: 123/06: 123/09: 124/10: 224/11: 125/01: 125/03: 125/06: 125/08: 126/03: 126/05: 321/0321/1122/0322/0823/0423/0925/0125/08max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 19 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Service Brakes — 14 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Air Bags — 14 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 34,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. 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 →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Outlander27–Not rated00
2026 Outlander28185.4 inNot rated16
2025 Outlander27185.4 in★★★★★218
2024 Outlander27185.4 in★★★★★127
2023 Outlander27185.4 in★★★★★258
2022 Outlander27185.4 in★★★★★10229
2021 Outlander27185 in★★★★★319
2020 Outlander27185 in★★★★★458
2019 Outlander27185 in★★★★★656
2018 Outlander27185 in★★★★★693
2016 Outlander27183.5 inNot rated11171
2015 Outlander28183.5 inNot rated12233

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →