Pros: Sporty styling and driving personality is distinctive among compact SUVs; optional panoramic glass roof panel; competitive starting price; decent front and rear passenger space
Cons: Middling acceleration with base engine; high noise levels; prices rise quickly as options are added; mediocre overall refinement; bobtail styling compromises cargo space
CG Says: For 2015, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport gets an available 2.4-liter engine, updated continuously variable transmission (CVT), improved sound insulation, and minor interior and exterior trim revisions. Outlander Sport’s bobtail styling gives it a unique personality, and for the most part, its driving character lives up to the sporty looks. However, its drivetrain behavior isn’t as refined as most class competitors, and its pricing can get rather steep as you add options. Fortunately, most of the factory packages are little more than window dressing and can be easily skipped. If you’re looking for a versatile urban runabout, a modestly equipped Outlander Sport might make some sense.
| Class | Subcompact SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | ES: $19,595 AWD ES: $22,195 2.4 ES: $21,295 AWD 2.4 ES: $22,695 SE: $22,795 AWD SE: $24,195 2.4 GT: $23,595 AWD 2.4 GT: $24,995 |
| Base Engine 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 148 |
| Std. Transmission 5-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission CVT |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 24-25 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 30-32 |
| Optional Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 166 |
| Std. Transmission CVT |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 23 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 26-28 |
