DecodedCars2025 Mitsubishi Outlander
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 131–181 hp
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic, CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 25 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,726–4,608 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
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 37 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,726 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 31 highway), 7% worse than the 2025 small SUV average of 29 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 18 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Outlander — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Outlander →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 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 | 3,726 lb | 58/42 |
| PHEV 4dr SUV | 185.4 in | 73.2 in | 68.5 in | 106.3 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 4,608 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 | -7% | $2,500 | 333 |
| Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 27 / 26 | +31% | $2,600 | 115 |
| Outlander 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +2% | $2,600 | 342 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +2% | $2,600 | 343 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | -2% | $2,700 | 350 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Toyota RAV4 | 39 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2025 Ford Bronco | 20 MPG | Not rated | 19 |
| 2025 Toyota 4Runner | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
Recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention › Software · Aug 25, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V549000 · 67,146 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view 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 September 24, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-002. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
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.
Not every 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 985 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 2025 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →