# Mitsubishi Outlander specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2027 - **MPG (combined):** 25-27 - **Drive:** 4WD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2015-2027 ## Quick answer The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV rated at 25-27 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl. ## Every 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Outlander Sport 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | CVT | 24/30 | 27 mpg | $2,500 | 331 g/mi | | Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | CVT | 23/29 | 26 mpg | $2,600 | 344 g/mi | | Outlander Sport 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | CVT | 23/28 | 25 mpg | $2,700 | 353 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Mitsubishi Outlander specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2027 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2026 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-28 | | 2025 | 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl | Single-speed, CVT | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2024 | 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2023 | 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2022 | 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2020 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Automatic, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 22-27 | | 2019 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Automatic, Manual, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 22-27 | | 2018 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | CVT, Manual, Automatic, Single-speed | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 22-27 | | 2017 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6 | CVT, Manual, Automatic | 4WD, FWD | 23-27 | | 2016 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6; 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT, Automatic, Manual | 4WD, FWD | 22-27 | | 2015 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl; 3.0L V6 | CVT, Manual, Automatic | 4WD, FWD | 23-28 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Outlander changed over the years? - **2027:** dropped 1.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid and 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; AWD was dropped. - **2026:** added 1.5L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; dropped 2.5L 4-cyl. - **2022:** added 2.5L 4-cyl. - **2021:** added 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; dropped 3.0L V6 and 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid. - **2018:** added 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; AWD became available. - **2017:** combined mpg went from 22-27 to 23-27. - **2016:** combined mpg went from 23-28 to 22-27. ## What does it cost to run a Outlander? The EPA puts the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander's fuel cost at **$2,500-$2,700 a year**, against about $2,215 for other current small SUVs: roughly 17% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $13,000 in fuel. ## Outlander vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota RAV4](/vehicles/toyota-rav4) | Hybrid | 38-43 mpg | $1,550-$1,750 | | [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 | | [Toyota Corolla Cross](/vehicles/toyota-corolla-cross) | Gas, Hybrid | 30-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,250 | | [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 | | [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 | | [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 | | [Hyundai Tucson](/vehicles/hyundai-tucson) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,600 | | [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander get? The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander is EPA-rated at 25-27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander have? The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.4L 4-cyl. It uses cvt transmission and is offered with 4WD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Mitsubishi Outlander? Yes. The Mitsubishi Outlander has been offered as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Mitsubishi Outlander year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander has the highest combined rating, up to 28 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander for a year? About $2,500-$2,700 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander? The most efficient 2027 version, the Outlander Sport 2WD, is rated 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (27 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 331-353 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander is offered with 4WD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Mitsubishi Outlander cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,500-$2,700 compares with about $2,215 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## More Mitsubishi models - [Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-eclipse-cross) - [Mitsubishi Mirage](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-mirage): discontinued ## Other small SUVs - [Nissan Kicks](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-kicks) - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-rogue) - [Porsche Macan](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/porsche-macan) - [Subaru Crosstrek](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-crosstrek) - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-forester) - [Subaru Outback](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-outback) - [Subaru Solterra](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-solterra) - [Tesla Model Y](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/tesla-model-y) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-outlander Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.