DecodedCars2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 148–174 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5–7
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 27 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,726–4,608 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and 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 41 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl and 2.0L 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 3,726 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (27 city / 31 highway), 7% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2026
- New hybrid version
- Engine added: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 2.5L 4-cyl
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Outlander →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture · Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 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 Hybrid | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 31 / 28 | -7% | $2,400 | 314 |
| Outlander 4WD Hybrid | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 26 / 30 / 27 | +4% | $2,500 | 329 |
| Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 27 / 27 | +35% | $2,500 | 97 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | 0% | $2,600 | 344 |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | -3% | $2,700 | 353 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
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.
Not every 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Outlander years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Outlander | 27 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 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 |
| 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 →