2024 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV

　　

2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

byJosh JacquotCorrespondent

　　Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at zzdcar., rating written byJosh JacquotManager, News

　　Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at zzdcar include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).

　　With a footprint nearly identical to the most popular and class-leading two-row SUVs, the Outlander adds a third row, making it one of the smallest SUVs to offer room for seven. Indeed, Toyota's RAV4, Honda's CR-V and Mazda's CX-5 all share the Outlander's 106-inch wheelbase, but none offer the utility of a wayback seat. Sure, you're not going to get full-size adults back there for any trip longer than around the block, but for bigger families with smaller kids, the Outlander might be the answer. It also comes with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, adding to its value.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$141/mo  for Outlander ES

　　Outlander ES

　　ES 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $28,395 MSRPES 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $30,195 MSRPSE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $31,445 MSRPSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) (Most Popular) - $33,245 MSRPBlack Edition 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $32,645 MSRPBlack Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $34,445 MSRPSEL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $34,945 MSRPSEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $36,745 MSRPPlatinum Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) - $40,845 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Seating for seven and a solid warranty

The Outlander isn't for everyone, but it may be perfectly suited for you. If you're looking for room for seven passengers (two must be child-sized) and the peace of mind that comes with a long warranty, there aren't many other choices in this price range. In its upper trims the Outlander also offers a reasonably upscale interior with quilted leather seats and a usefully large (9-inch) touchscreen infotainment interface. From behind the wheel, the Outlander doesn't really impress but it's also not embarrassing when the going gets twisty. It doesn't change much for 2024, but it streamlines the trim lineup and adds a new flagship Platinum Edition. Read our Expert Rating for all the details.

　　

Competitors to consider

If you're in need of three rows in your small SUV, there are only a few choices — the Outlander, Volkswagen Tiguan and Kia Sorento. But if you can get away with five seats, the options are wide open in this segment. Some of our favorites include the Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-50 and Honda CR-V.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.9

　　out of 10

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Performance

7.0/10

　　How does the Outlander drive? The Outlander's low point is its powertrain. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine has decent power specs, but it's rather gutless in real-world driving. At the zzdcar test track, our all-wheel-drive test Outlander accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 9.7 seconds. That's pretty slow, and you'll notice it when trying to make a pass on the highway. A Honda CR-V, for comparison, covers 0-60 mph in 8.2 seconds.

　　Otherwise, the Outlander is mild-mannered. The steering wheel has a decent amount of heft to it, and the body stays fairly composed when taking mountain curves at speed. It's not a sporty choice like the Mazda CX-5, but the Outlander will go around a corner without making your passengers queasy.

　　

Comfort

8.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Outlander? The Outlander rides comfortably over a variety of road surfaces. The front seats are also nicely padded and can keep passengers comfy even on long road trips. We also like that the Outlander is one of the few vehicles in this class with available climate controls for rear passengers. The heated seats get quite toasty in the highest setting. Wind and road noise is unobtrusive, but you'll definitely notice the engine noise when you accelerate (which can be quite often, depending on your driving style or level of road incline).

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