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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 5 EPA certification records across 4 model/option labels (Outlander 2WD, Outlander 4WD, +2 more), spanning 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Regular, Regular Gas and Electricity fuel types across 4 engines (1.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl PHEV, +1 more). EPA classifies it under Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle classes, built on Conventional, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid powertrain technologies. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 25–28 MPG/MPGe, an electric range of 44 miles, an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250–$2,500/yr.
Configurations5
Model/option labels4
Combined efficiency25–28 MPG/MPGe
Electric range44 mi
Decision answers15
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander: 7 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| LE | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SE | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SEL | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| RALLIART | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trail Edition | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Black Edition | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 177 | 207 | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES | 3,803 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.3 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P235/60R18 |
| LE | 3,836 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.4 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P255/45R20 |
| SE | 3,836 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.4 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P255/45R20 |
| SEL | 3,903 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.4 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P255/45R20 |
| RALLIART | 3,836 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.3 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P255/45R20 |
| Trail Edition | 3,836 lb | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 8.3 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.8 in | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P235/60R18 |
| Black Edition | 185.8 in | 68.8 in | 106.5 in | 36.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 41.7 in | 2,000 lb | P255/45R20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | ES | LE | SE | SEL | RALLIART | Trail Edition | Black Edition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Top-view camera | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | – | – | – | Std | – | – | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | – | Std | – | – | Std |
| Heated windshield | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | Std | – | – | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | Std | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | – | – | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | – | – | – | Std | – | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Integrated garage-door opener | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
5 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50114Outlander 2WD | 1.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 | N/A |
| 50130Outlander 4WD | 1.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild HybridHybrid | 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S8) | Regular | 26 | 30 | 27 | N/A |
| 50310Outlander PHEV | 2.4L 4-cyl PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Regular Gas and Electricity | 27 | 27 | 27 | 44 mi |
| 50129Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cylConventional | 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 | N/A |
| 50128Outlander Sport 4WD | 2L 4-cylConventional | 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 23 | 29 | 26 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
15 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander versus the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Model year
Against the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander: Engine descriptions added: 1.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid. Engine descriptions no longer listed: 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 26.0 to 26.5 MPG/MPGe. Midpoint electric range moved from 38 to 44 miles. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 1 for the 2025 to 1 for the 2026.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How did the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
Safety record
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 16.9% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash. Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, read 2026-09-20.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q03What size wheels does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
Wheels and tires
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander's wheel diameter is 18 inches on the ES and Trail Edition and 20 inches on the 5 trims (LE, SE and SEL and 2 more). Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04How do the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 7 trims share the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) making 177 hp. The LE has an integrated garage-door opener, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power driver's seat and 4 more as standard equipment over the ES. The SE has fog lights, front and rear parking sensors, heated mirrors and power-folding mirrors as standard equipment over the LE. The SEL has power front seats for driver and passenger, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel and 3 more as standard equipment over the SE. The Trail Edition has roof rails as standard equipment over the RALLIART. The Black Edition has power front seats for driver and passenger, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel and leather seats as standard equipment over the Trail Edition.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05How quickly does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL S-AWC recorded 8.4 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. Source: Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q06What is the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander's top speed?
Performance
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL S-AWC recorded a top speed of 120 mph. Source: Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q07How far does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander take to stop from 70 mph?
Performance
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL S-AWC recorded a 70-to-0 mph stopping distance of 164 feet. Source: Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q08What kind of brakes does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend and Car and Driver both list the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend and Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q09What suspension does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend and Car and Driver both describe the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander's suspension this way. Front: a MacPherson-type strut design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend and Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q10How did the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander do in IIHS crash tests?
Safety
IIHS rated the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander: Good in the small overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2022-26, 2025-26 and 2026 models, based on a test of the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor. Source: IIHS vehicle ratings, read 2026-09-24.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q11How much cargo space does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES FWD have?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists 10.9 cubic feet of cargo space for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES FWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q12What warranty does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES FWD come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES FWD with basic coverage of 60 months or 60,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 120 months or 100,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 84 months or 100,000 miles and roadside assistance of 60 months with unlimited miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q13What is the GVWR of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 5,181 pounds for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q14What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,500 pounds for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q15What does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander run from $32,205 for the ES to $47,190 for the Black Edition, across 7 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
This model year’s federal safety record
1 federal recall campaign is on file for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander name backup camera. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander is affected.
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander carries 1 recall campaign: the same recall count as the 2026. Open the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander record
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
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