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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 2018-2022

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
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Price
$34,595–$42,000
MPG
26 · 24 mi elec
  • Strength: Excellent safety
  • Strength: Strong value retention
  • Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
  • Watch-out: Below-average tech
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How it scores for you10 scores
A five-star-rated plug-in family SUV with 24 electric miles and standard AWD - pioneering value, though performance and cabin tech feel a generation behind.
Reliability59

Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; 1 of its 6 recalls was serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +2 points for its wider reputation.

Safety100

5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).

Running costs56

About $2,500 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 56% of cars we track.

Cargo & utility67

30.4 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 67% of other SUVs we track.

Passenger space55

Roomy five-seat cabin and 30.4 cu ft cargo; the gas Outlander's third row was deleted for the battery.

Driving fun30

Smooth EV-first running but leisurely acceleration and numb, comfort-first dynamics.

Tech40

Pioneering PHEV hardware with DC fast charging, wrapped in a dated infotainment and cabin.

Comfort45

Quiet in EV mode with a soft ride, though the gas engine gets vocal when summoned.

Value retention70

SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.

Capability44

Rated to tow 1,500 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.

Safety & recalls15 recalls
Overall 5/5
Frontal 4/5
Side 5/5
Rollover 4/5

15 recalls · 2 common complaint areas across 2018–2022

  • Powertrain — 5 complaints (2018)
  • Recall — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut (2022)
  • Electrical — 5 complaints (2019)

2022

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut25V507000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut26V252000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

2021

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut25V507000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut26V252000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

2020

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut25V507000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut26V252000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

2019

  • RecallSeat belts: rear/other20V280000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.

  • RecallSeat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly20V403000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut25V507000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut26V252000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

  • Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    While accelerating the gas gage goes up but there is resistance when pressing on gas. The vehicle does not accelerate right away and there is a drag before the vehicle gets up to speed. It takes off really slow.

2018

  • RecallElectrical: software; forward collision avoidance: software: pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition18V620000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electro

  • RecallElectrical: software; electronic stability control (esc); forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control; service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip18V621000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control

  • RecallSeat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly20V403000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut25V507000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M

  • RecallStructure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut26V252000

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

  • Complaint clusterPowertrain5 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN

    STARTED UP THE CAR AND STARTED BACKING UP OUT OF MY GARAGE. WHEN I PUT MY CAR INTO REVERSE I SAW MY CHARGING PORT DOOR OPEN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR AT THIS POINT MY CARS BACK END WAS PARTIALLY STICKING OUT OF THE GARAGE I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK BY PUSHING THE PARK BUTTON, I OPENED THE DOOR G

Cost to own$25,000 / 5 yr

MSRP, new

$34,595–$42,000

Estimated used price, by model year

2022$25,500–$30,000
2021$22,900–$26,900
2020$20,300–$23,800
2019$18,000–$21,100
2018$15,900–$18,600

$2,500/yr

EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.

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Specs
MSRPNew $34,595–$42,000
Efficiency26 MPG · 24 mi electric
Seats5
DrivetrainAWD
PowertrainPHEV

City MPG

26

Highway MPG

26

Combined MPG

26

Electric range

24 mi

Horsepower

221 hp

Doors

4

Length

185.0 in

Width

71.3 in

Height

67.3 in

Wheelbase

105.1 in

Curb weight

4,178 lb

Cargo volume

30.4 cu ft

Cargo (seats folded)

66.6 cu ft

Towing capacity

1,500 lbs

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