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2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the new GT trim, which pairs the larger 2.4-liter engine with the lineup’s broadest set of standard driver-assistance features. This is otherwise a modest update rather than a redesign.
About the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
First-generation U.S. Outlander Sport, late-cycle year before the major 2020 front and rear styling update.
Mitsubishi positions the Outlander Sport as a small SUV centered on value, easy day-to-day use, and available all-wheel-drive confidence. Its appeal is straightforward: compact size for urban driving, flexible cargo space, simple controls, and smartphone-friendly infotainment on most trims. In this class, Mitsubishi leans more on practicality, familiar operation, and a useful feature mix than on cutting-edge performance or an upscale cabin presentation.
The 2019 lineup ranges from the straightforward ES to the style-focused LE and new SP, both of which have heated front seats and smartphone integration. SE emphasizes everyday convenience and added safety aids, while the new top-level GT combines a 2.4-liter engine, heated seating surfaces, upgraded headlights, and additional collision-warning technology.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The new GT becomes the top trim and uses the larger 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. ES, LE, SP, and SE use the 2.0-liter four-cylinder; ES retains a five-speed manual on front-wheel-drive models, while the rest use a continuously variable automatic transmission.
Styling
The new SP trim adds a special-edition sport appearance and a larger rear spoiler. GT replaces SEL at the top of the lineup, while the overall body design carries over ahead of the larger 2020 styling update.
Safety
SE adds blind-spot warning, lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. GT adds those systems plus forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams as standard equipment.
Tech
LE receives a larger 7-inch smartphone-linked touchscreen, up from 6.5 inches. LE, SP, SE, and GT support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while ES uses a simpler 7-inch touchscreen audio system.
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT w/Sportronic | Automatic, CVT w/Sportronic | Automatic, CVT w/Sportronic | Automatic, CVT w/Sportronic | Automatic, CVT w/Sportronic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 168 hp | 148 hp | 148 hp | 148 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft | 167 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 49.5 cu-ft | 49.5 cu-ft | 49.5 cu-ft | 49.5 cu-ft | 49.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 36.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
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| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The biggest change is the new GT trim. It combines the larger 2.4-liter engine with forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, blind-spot warning, lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Which trims changed for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
GT and SP join the lineup for 2019, while SEL is dropped. GT becomes the top trim with the 2.4-liter engine and added safety technology, and SP is a style-focused special edition based around the 2.0-liter engine.
What safety features were added to the 2019 Outlander Sport?
The SE adds blind-spot warning, lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert for 2019. The new GT includes those features and also has forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams.
Is the 2019 Outlander Sport substantially different from the 2018 model?
No, the 2019 Outlander Sport is a modest update rather than a redesign. Its main differences are the new GT and SP trims, added safety equipment on SE and GT, and a larger smartphone-linked touchscreen on LE.
Does every 2019 Outlander Sport have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
No. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included on the 2019 LE, SP, SE, and GT trims, while the ES has a simpler 7-inch touchscreen audio system without the smartphone-integration package.
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
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