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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 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
Horsepower: 131–148 hp
Transmission: CVT, 1-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5–7
Fuel: Regular Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid
MPG (best): 27 combined · 25 city / 31 hwy
Length: 185–185.4 in
Curb weight: 3,594–4,178 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 2 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

Modest powerUp to 148 hp, versus about 190 hp for similar 2023 models.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2023 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 (25 city / 31 highway), 1% worse than the 2023 small SUV average of 27.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2023

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Outlander — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Outlander →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–2.5L 4-cyl

Engine131 hp2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid

Engine148 hp2.0L 4-cyl

TransmissionCVT · 1-speed automatic

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5–7 seats · 3 rows

Trims

SE, BLACK EDITION, Ralliart EditionSE, BLACK EDITION, SAMSEL, 40th Anniversary, StandardS, ES, LE, SE, Ralliart, RuggedSEL, 40th Anniversary Edition, GT SR

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture · Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 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	-1%	$2,500	332
Outlander Sport 2WD	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	24 / 30 / 27	-1%	$2,500	333
Outlander 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S8)	4-Wheel Drive	24 / 30 / 26	+4%	$2,600	342
Outlander Sport 4WD	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S6)	4-Wheel Drive	23 / 29 / 26	+4%	$2,600	343
Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic (A1)	All-Wheel Drive	25 / 27 / 26	+38%	$2,600	115
Outlander Sport 4WD	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S6)	4-Wheel Drive	23 / 28 / 25	0%	$2,700	350
Outlander Sport 2WD	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	23 / 29 / 25	-9%	$2,700	354

8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

10/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $3,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

27.4 MPG2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	16.9%
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	19.1%

StandardElectronic stability control

StandardForward collision warning

StandardLane departure warning

Frontal crash test — 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Side crash test — 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2023 small SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car)	27 MPG	★★★★★	2
2023 Toyota RAV4	40 MPG	★★★★★	3
2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime	38 MPG	★★★★★	2
2023 Honda CR-V	40 MPG	★★★★★	8
2023 Toyota 4Runner	17 MPG	★★★★★	1
2023 Hyundai Tucson	38 MPG	★★★★★	2
2023 Subaru Forester	29 MPG	★★★★★	1

Recalls (2)

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.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

58Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

4Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

5Injuries reported

20,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System15

Unknown Or Other9

Service Brakes9

Engine9

Fuel/Propulsion System8

Air Bags6

Power Train5

Steering5

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 15 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Service Brakes — 9 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
Engine — 9 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 20,000 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 2023 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
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
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 →