Mitsubishi Outlander vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

What Is The Difference Between The Mitsubishi Outlander and The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

While the similar names may make the Outlander and Outlander Sport differences seem minimal, these are actually two distinct SUVs with different customer needs in mind. The Outlander comes in as the larger of the two vehicles. It offers 7 passengers compared to the 5 of the Outlander Sport. And, while the design may have similarities, there are enough differences to easily tell them apart. Performance has some differences as well, although neither is dramatically better than the other. Check out the Outlander vs. Outlander Sport below and find out whether you want Mitsubishi's midsize or compact crossover SUV.

Although not one of the best-known vehicle manufacturers in the United States, Mitsubishi is still known for thier well-respected SUVs. The Mitsubishi Outlander and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport are two of their very popular offerings, and they are on sale right now at Napleton's Mitsubishi of Urbana.

Mitsubishi has a long history in the US and has produced many famous vehicles, including the Colt, Mirage, Lancer, Eclipse and more under their own badge and under those of Dodge and Plymouth. A standout feature is that Mitsubishi vehicles are covered by an industry-best 10-year/100,000-mile warranty.

Are The Mitsubishi Outlanders Stylish? Adventurous? Or both?

The Mitsubishi Outlanders fit into both categories. Family-friendly, stylish and ready for adventure, whenever you are, the Outlanders are the perfect Crossover SUVs. There are four distinct differences between them, and when you find out what they are, your choice will be easier.

Inside The Mitsubishi Outlander & Outlander Sport

The Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport interiors are similar in layout but differ in feature sets. For instance, the Outlander Sport includes seating for five and an available 8-inch touchscreen display system and the Outlander has a huge 12.3 inch touchscreen display. This new big screen can be paired with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.

New fabrics and seating bolsters provide comfortable accommodations inside. Heated seats are available on most trim levels of each model while ventilated seats are only offered for the Outlander. Interiors are offered in black and gray hues, and the quality and construction of the seating and other interior trim is top shelf. The Sport offers 21.7 cubic feet of cargo space, but fold the rear seat forward to see that space enlarge to 49.5 cubic feet.

With the larger Outlander, buyers will be surprised to find a third-row seat that enables the Outlander to carry up to seven passengers. There is now a power driver's lumbar support, which is standard on all trims. Rear A/C vents are included, as are illuminated window switches. Cargo space in the rear is a grand total of more than 64.3-cubic feet when the second and third-row seats have been folded forward.

What about outside the Mitsubishi Outlander SUVs?

The smaller Outlander Sport in base trim includes LED lighting, heated body-color side mirrors and two-tone 18-inch alloy wheels. The larger Mitsubishi Outlander includes halogen headlamps, rear privacy glass and chrome grille trim. The Outlander also measures an additional 13.9-inches of overall length and 4 inches more in height.

The Outlander power and more.

There are a few engines available for the Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport. The smaller Sport model receives power from a 2.0-liter inline-4 cylinder engine pumping out 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. This engine is specified for the ES, SP and SE models. A larger 2.4-liter inline-4 cylinder engine producing 168 horsepower and 167 lb-ft of torque powers the Outlander Sport SEL. Both engines utilize a Continually Variable Transmission (CVT) for smooth operation and improved fuel efficiency. All models can be ordered with AWD.

The larger Mitsubishi Outlander ES, SE, LE and SEL models are powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. The Outlander is capable of towing 2,000 pounds. 

For those of green-car persuasion, the Outlander PHEV (Plug-in electric hybrid) is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine + twin AC synchronous motor-generators that produces a combined 248 horsepower.

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Have you decided whether the Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander Sport is right for you? Shop our new Mitsubishi Outlander inventory or our new Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Inventory and inquire about the model of your choice. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a test drive of either Outlander model, or perhaps both models, fill out our form below. You can also give our sales team a call at 877-732-8019. We look forward to serving you!