Mitsubishi Outlander vs Outlander Sport
New Mitsubishi Outlander vs. New Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Compare Outlander SUVs for Sale in Raleigh, NC at Westgate Mitsubishi
Adventure is out there, and both the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport allow you to write adventure tales you'll remember for a lifetime. Here at Westgate Mitsubishi, we break down these new SUVs so you can see the more suitable option in terms of seating, cargo space, towing, performance, fuel economy, towing, key features, and additional categories.
We're proud to be the leading Mitsubishi dealer serving Raleigh, NC, Durham, and the Research Triangle with a variety of new SUVs from the Outlander family. But how do the new Mitsubishi Outlander and the new Mitsubishi Outlander Sport compare? Find out below.
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Specs
| Mitsubishi Outlander | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | |
| Fuel Economy Ratings (City/Highway/Combined) | 224/31/27 mpg | 23/29/26 mpg |
| Engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 181 | 148 |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs3 | N/A |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 105 in |
| Length | 186 in | 172 in |
| Width | 75 in | 71 in |
| Height | 69 in | 65 in |
| Total Passenger Volume | 126 cu. ft. | 98 cu. ft. |
| Legroom (First/Second/Third Row) | 42/40/19 in. | 42/36 in. |
| Cargo Space Behind Rear Seats | 11 cu ft | 22 cu ft |
| Total Cargo Space | 64 cu ft | 50 cu ft |
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Performance
The Outlander is the more fuel-efficient Mitsubishi SUV, earning 27 miles per gallon combined, compared to a 26 mpg rating for the Outlander Sport. Working with a 4-cylinder engine, the new Mitsubishi Outlander is more powerful, producing an extra 33 standard horsepower and 36 pound-feet of torque. The Outlander Sport does offer a 2.4-liter MIVEC DOHC 4-cylinder engine for the 2.4 SEL model, which sees performance outputs jump to 168 horsepower and 167 pound-feet of torque. Both figures remain lower than the new Mitsubishi Outlander.
While the Outlander Sport cannot tow trailers, a new Mitsubishi Outlander is capable of towing 2,000 pounds from Cary to Raleigh, NC. All-Wheel Control comes with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. A superior performer, the Mitsubishi Outlander includes S-AWC with six drive modes for greater precision handling around Raleigh, NC and Durham.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Trim Levels
Outlander
- ES
- SE
- SE Black Edition
- SE Technology
- SEL
- SEL Touring
- SEL Premium
- SEL Black Edition
- SEL Platinum Edition
Outlander Sport
- 2.0 S
- 2.0 ES
- 2.0 LE
- 2.0 SE
- 2.4 SEL
- 2.0 Trail Edition
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Interior Space
There's double the amount of storage space in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which provides 22 cubic feet behind the rear seats, compared to 11 cubic feet for the Mitsubishi Outlander, which provides seven-passenger seating. Families from Wake Forest can fold the third row of their Mitsubishi Outlander to work with 31 cubic feet of cargo space. Max cargo volume is higher for the Mitsubishi Outlander at 64 cubic feet, compared to 50 cubic feet for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which seats five passengers.
With 126 cubic feet of interior passenger volume, the cabin of the new Mitsubishi Outlander is more spacious - by nearly 30 cubic feet. Each Outlander model featured at our Mitsubishi dealership in Raleigh, NC provides 42 inches of legroom in the front row. At 40 inches, the Mitsubishi Outlander provides back-row passengers with an extra four inches of legroom compared to the Outlander Sport.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Interior Features
Automatic Climate Control comes with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which has leather-wrapped cabin appointments and leather-appointed seats. More passengers can control temperature settings while driving from Durham to events in Raleigh, NC with the Mitsubishi Outlander's triple-zone climate control. Genuine leather seating and a heated steering wheel are other superior cabin features for the Mitsubishi Outlander, which offers an exclusive power panoramic sunroof and a Bose® premium audio system with nine speakers.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Safety
The second trim of the Outlander Sport provides Automatic High Beams, Forward Collision Mitigation with Pedestrian Detection, and Lane Departure Warning. Additional Outlander Sport safety features include Blind Spot Warning with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
It's no surprise the Mitsubishi Outlander is an IIHS Top Safety Pick award winner. If you're looping around Raleigh, NC on I-540 or you're taking US Hwy 1 back to Wake Forest, the Mitsubishi Outlander makes life easy with MI-PILOT Assist™, which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. A Head-Up Display - another exclusive safety feature for the Mitsubishi Outlander - can project key information onto the SUV's windshield as you take Chapel Hill Road through Cary. The Mitsubishi Outlander also provides Active Blind Spot Assist, Rear Automatic Braking, and Driver Attention Alert.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Outlander Sport Technology
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. This exclusive driver display is intuitive and can present customizable information en route to your Raleigh destination. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility is included, and you can upgrade to wireless Apple CarPlay® for the Mitsubishi Outlander. Touchscreen sizes for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport are between seven and eight inches. The Mitsubishi Outlander's display sizes are an inch bigger at eight and nine inches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Outlander model is more affordable?
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the more affordable option for budget-minded SUV buyers from Cary and Durham. The Outlander Sport starts at $23,695, which is about $5,000 under the Mitsubishi Outlander with its starting price of $28,395.
Does Mitsubishi make a three-row SUV?
Yes, the Outlander is a three-row Mitsubishi SUV for sale in Raleigh, NC.
I may need to tow a small trailer occasionally. Which Mitsubishi SUV do I choose?
You should go with the Mitsubishi Outlander for any towing needs. The Outlander is capable of towing up to 2,000 pounds, while the Outlander Sport is not suited for towing.
Which Outlander model offers more cargo space?
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers more cargo space by 14 cubic feet.
Is warranty coverage the same?
Yes. Both the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport include a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. You get the same warranty coverage when you purchase either Outlander model from your Raleigh, NC Mitsubishi dealer.
Test Drive Either Outlander Model at Your Raleigh, NC Mitsubishi Dealer
Which Outlander model from your Raleigh, NC Mitsubishi dealer will you choose? A test drive in either the Outlander or the Outlander Sport may make your final decision easier. Contact Westgate Mitsubishi to learn more about these new Outlander models for sale in Raleigh, NC.