Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

The Outlander Sport is a subcompact crossover SUV with room for up to five people. It’s the smallest sport-ute in Mitsubishi’s lineup, measuring some seven inches shorter than the compact Eclipse Cross. Note that the similarly named Outlander is a different model, offering three rows and room for up to seven.

Mitsubishi sells the Outlander Sport in a wide range of trims. At the lower end of the spectrum are the S and ES trims. In the middle are the LE, SE, and SP. And at the high end are the SEL and GT. The Black Edition (BE) appeared for the 2020 model year featuring black-painted wheels and trim, among other upgrades. Similarly, in 2022, the SE and GT trims started offering Special Editions with unique styling and features.

The Outlander Sport provides a fairly generous level of standard equipment for its class, especially at the higher trim levels. The entry-level versions (S, ES) include basics such as keyless entry, cruise control, and air conditioning. A 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with an integrated rearview camera also joined the standard-feature list in 2018. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration first appeared in 2018 on the LE and higher trims. Forward collision mitigation and lane-departure warning debuted that same year (as an option on the SEL trim) and became standard features across the lineup in 2021. Blind-spot warning has been available as an option since 2019. Other notable options include leather upholstery, heated front seats, navigation, and a panoramic sunroof. Adaptive cruise control has yet to be offered.

Under the hood, the Outlander Sport utilizes either a standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower or an optional 2.4-liter unit (first offered in 2015), which makes an additional 20 ponies. The base engine is mated either to a five-speed manual transmission (available through 2019) or to a continuously variable automatic (CVT), while the 2.4-liter mill pairs exclusively with the CVT. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available as an option on most trims. No hybrid or electric versions have been offered.