“the cooling and heating suck for people in the 3rd row. cargo space is limited when using 3rd row seating. Great gas mileage for SUV, quite, stylish”
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The most important change for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is the arrival of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on SE, SEL, and GT trims, along with expanded safety technology. This is a light update following the major 2016 redesign, not a new generation.
About the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
3rd generation, second year after the major 2016 redesign and reengineering update.
Mitsubishi positions the Outlander as a value-focused compact crossover with something many rivals skipped at the time: standard three-row seating in a relatively easy-to-park footprint. Its core appeal is practical family use, available all-wheel drive, and a comfort-oriented ride rather than sporty handling. In this class, the Outlander's main differentiators are seven-passenger flexibility, lots of standard convenience features for the money, and a straightforward trim ladder from basic family transport to the V6-powered GT.
The ES is the practical entry trim, with seven seats, a standard touchscreen, and a rearview camera. The SE emphasizes phone connectivity, while the SEL adds leather seating and comfort features such as a power driver's seat. The GT is the only V6 model and pairs its stronger engine with all-wheel drive, premium audio, LED lighting, and a power liftgate.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The engines carried over, but the ES gained a simpler entry-level all-wheel-drive system. All-wheel-drive versions of the SE, SEL, and GT retained Mitsubishi's more advanced Super All-Wheel Control system.
Styling
A shark-fin antenna became standard across the lineup. Interior detail changes included a gloss-black center console and new knit-fabric sun visors.
Safety
Safety equipment expanded. The GT gained standard blind-spot warning, lane-change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning, while forward-collision technology became newly offered in the lineup.
Tech
SE, SEL, and GT trims received a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The ES made its 6.1-inch touchscreen and rearview camera standard, while SE and SEL made satellite radio standard. Lineup-wide usability additions included a cargo-area 12-volt outlet, front courtesy floor lamps, and a low washer-fluid warning light.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Auto, 6-Spd Sportronic | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 27 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 166 hp | 224 hp | 166 hp | 166 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 215 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 3500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63.3 cu-ft | 61 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28.2 in | 28.2 in | 28.2 in | 28.2 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Top View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The biggest change is the new 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on SE, SEL, and GT trims. Mitsubishi also expanded safety equipment and made several smaller cabin updates.
Does the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, the 2017 Outlander SE, SEL, and GT have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through a 7-inch touchscreen. The ES uses a smaller 6.1-inch touchscreen without those phone-integration systems.
Did the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander get a new engine?
No, the 2017 Outlander did not receive a new engine. ES, SE, and SEL models retain a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, while the GT remains the only trim with a 3.0-liter V6.
What changed about all-wheel drive for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The ES gained a simpler entry-level all-wheel-drive system for 2017. All-wheel-drive versions of the SE, SEL, and GT continued with the more advanced Super All-Wheel Control system.
Is the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander significantly different from the 2016 model?
No, the 2017 Outlander is a light update rather than a major redesign. Its main advantages over the 2016 model are improved phone connectivity, expanded safety equipment, a new ES all-wheel-drive version, and several small cabin refinements.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander.
4.1
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
(480 reviews)
“Great vehicle! This is my third Outlander that I've had. Wouldn't consider anything else.”
“I love that it is a roomy SUV and has a third row (that folds away when not used). I hate that, as a third row SUV, there is NO air conditioning in the rear so it gets extremely hot for my passengers or extremely cold for the front passengers trying to cool off the rear passengers. This design makes, absolutely, no sense.”