2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 26 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 185–185.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,594–4,178 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 10 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.
Watch out for
- 10 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,594 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway), 2% better than the 2022 small SUV average of 26.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 10 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 229 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.
What changed for 2022
- New body dimensions: 0.4 in longer, wheelbase +1.2 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Engine added: 2.5L 4-cyl
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Outlander →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 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 | 185.4 in | 73.2 in | 68.9 in | 106.3 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,594 lb | 58/42 |
| 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.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 27 | +2% | $2,500 | 328 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 27 | +2% | $2,500 | 331 |
| Outlander 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +6% | $2,600 | 342 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +6% | $2,600 | 344 |
| Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 26 / 26 | +6% | $2,600 | 165 |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | -6% | $2,700 | 354 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +2% | $2,700 | 353 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
| 2022 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 19.1% |


Similar 2022 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2022 Honda CR-V | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2022 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (10)
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
Back Over Prevention › Software · Jun 2, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V369000 · 198,940 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V345. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V345 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Jun 6, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V345000 · 89,907 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-23-001. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.
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.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Jul 8, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V470000 · 56,080 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-003. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor · May 13, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V335000 · 2,865 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in the right front, second-row right, and second-row left seat belt assemblies may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Jan 24, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V027000 · 16,616 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
- Risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-001.
Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars · Oct 18, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V821000 · 1 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling one 2022 Outlander vehicle. A software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 216, "Roof Crush Resistance."
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor · Aug 2, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V596000 · 3,735 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.
Not every 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Structure › Body — 67 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Electrical System — 27 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 21 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 10,000 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 2022 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 |
| 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 |
| 2017 Outlander | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 78 |
| 2016 Outlander | 27 | 183.5 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 171 |
| 2015 Outlander | 28 | 183.5 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 234 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →