2019 Mitsubishi Outlander
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV Es Awc, 4dr SUV Se/GT S Awc, PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 148–166 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5–7
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 25 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 185 in
- Curb weight
- 3,406–4,178 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Few owner complaints56 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 339 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 166 hp, versus about 240 hp for similar 2019 models.
- 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl and 3.0L 6-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,406 lb (4dr SUV Es Awc).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 30 highway), 8% better than the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 Outlander — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Outlander →
Trims, performance & features
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Mizushima, Okayama · Okazaki, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 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 | 67.3 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,406 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr SUV Se/GT S Awc | 185 in | 71.3 in | 67.3 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,549 lb | 57/43 |
| PHEV 4dr SUV | 185 in | 71.3 in | 67.3 in | 105.1 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 4,178 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 | +8% | $2,500 | 326 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 27 | +8% | $2,500 | 331 |
| Outlander 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 29 / 26 | +9% | $2,600 | 341 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +9% | $2,600 | 344 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 354 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 354 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +5% | $2,700 | 353 |
| Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 26 / 25 | +5% | $2,700 | 174 |
| Outlander 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | -8% | $3,750 | 402 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 19.1% |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |


Similar 2019 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2019 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2019 Honda CR-V | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2019 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2019 Hyundai Tucson | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2019 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2019 Mazda CX-5 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
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
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module › Software · Aug 2, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V563000 · 76,508 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
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.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other · May 18, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V280000 · 3,241 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.
- Risk
- An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Sep 5, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V591000 · 14,791 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels. The Certification Label lists an incorrect rear wheel rim size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- The incorrect rim size information on the label can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners and send them a corrected certification label, free of charge. Owners can also choose to have the label replaced by a dealer, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-006.
Not every 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Service Brakes — 13 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Air Bags — 13 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 9 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 26,100 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 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 |
| 2018 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 93 |
| 2017 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | Not rated | 6 | 78 |
| 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 →