The Mitsubishi Outlander has been one of the top-selling cars from the Japanese marquee brand. However, the US market does offer very stiff competition for this car. Seeing this, Mitsubishi has refreshed the Outlander for 2020 with some changes to the exteriors and the interiors.
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander starts at $24,695 for the base ES 2WD and goes over $33,000 for the top of the line GT trim. All trims get Mitsubishi’s AWD system while the GT trim gets a significantly powerful motor than the other trims.
Independent front strut suspension w/anti-roll bar
suspension rear
Independent rear multi-link suspension w/anti-roll bar
brake rotors (f/r)
60.6/60.6
dimensions
wheelbase
105.1 in.
length
184.8 in.
width
71.3 in.
height
66.1 in.
curb weight
3329 lbs.
ground clearance
8.5 in.
capacity
passenger volume
38.3 cu ft.
cargo volume
63.3 cu ft.
towing capacity
1500 lbs.
payload capacity
1532 lbs.
performance
zero to 60 mph
9.2 sec.
fuel economy
city/combined/highway
25/27/30 mpg
highway range
498 mi.
warranty
basic warranty
5 yr. / 60000 mi.
drivetrain warranty
10 yr. / 100000 mi.
powertrain warranty
120 months. / 100000
corrosion warranty
7 yr. / 100000 mi.
roadside assistance
5 yr. / Unlimited
Pictures
exterior
interior
Colors and Styles
Alloy Silver Metallic
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The US is a very important market for Mitsubishi. Compact SUVs are the best ways to make your presence felt in the US market. The 2020 Outlander is Mitsubishi’s tool for achieving this target and has hence given the 2020 version a whole set of feature upgrades and a facelift. The 2020 Outlander comes in a total of 4 trims and starts from $24,695 going over $33,195 for the top of the line GT trim.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Angular Front View
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Angular Rear View
7.8/10 Features
7.0/10 Interior
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Features
7.8/10
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes in a total of 4 trims and has an option for both FWD and AWD configurations for all trims. Barring the top of the Line GT, all other trims are powered by a 2.4L Inline 4 cylinder Motor that generates 166hp and 162lbs-ft of torque. The GT trim gets a 3.0L V6 Motor which generates a massive 224hp and 215lbs-ft of torque.
Trims
ES
SE
SEL
GT
Price(2WD)
$24,695
$25,695
$27,095
-
Price(AWD)
$26,195
$27,695
$29,095
$33,195
Features
7 Passenger Seating
Adds/Upgrades these from “ES”
Adds/Upgrades these from “SE”
Adds/Upgrades these from “SEL”
18” Alloy Wheels
18” Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Homelink
Power Sunroof with Sunshade and Tilt feature
7” Touchscreen Infotainment with Bluetooth
7” Smartphone Link Display Audio System with Apple Car Play and Android Auto
Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist
9 Speaker 710W Rockford-Fosgate Music System
Dual Zone Auto Climate Control
SiriusXM Radio
Rear Cross traffic Alert
3.0L Engine and Paddle Shifters
LED DRL
FAST Key Passive Entry
Power Remote Tailgate
LED high and Low Beam Headlights
Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold
Fog Lights
Power Folding Side View Mirrors
Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters
Shark Fin Antenna
Turn Indicators on Side Mirrors
Leather Seating
LCD Color Multi-Information Display
Power Windows with Driver Controlled Auto Up/Down
The base ES trim gets features like a big 7” Touchscreen Infotainment System, Dual Zone Climate Control and LED DRL’s, which makes it one of the most well-loaded SUVs in the segment.
Trim to Choose
The base 2 trims miss out on a lot of standard and safety features. Thus, we would suggest you buy the SEL trim as it packs in a lot of modern features like Apple Car Play and Android Auto along with the safety features.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Engine and Performance
With three powertrains that include a class-exclusive PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) model, the Outlander has something for almost everyone—unless zippy acceleration and engine refinement are important, that is–Caranddriver.com
Engine and Transmission
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with 2 Engine options. The ES, SE and SEL Trims get a 2.4L Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated Motor that belts out 166Hp at 6,000rpm and 162lbs-ft of Torque at 4,200rpm. This Motor is paired to a CVT Transmission that delivers power to the Front Wheels. This Engine feels very strained and runs out of juice when revved hard or pushed to the limits. The Pronounced Rubber band Effect from the CVT worsens the Case for this Engine and dampens the overall driving experience.
Models
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S
Chevrolet Equinox L
Honda CR-V LX
Mazda CX-5 Sport
Hyundai Santa Fe SE
Kia Sorento L
Nissan Rogue S
GMC Terrain SL
Subaru Forester 2.5i
Ford Escape S suv
MSRP
$25,690
$25,190
$24,795
$25,345
$25,345
$26,545
$26,980
$25,795
$26,195
$24,295
$25,100
Engine
2.4L i4
2.0L I4 Intercooled TSI
1.5L I4 Turbocharged
2.4L I4 i-VTEC
2.5L I4
2.4L I4
2.4L I4
2.5L i4
1.5L i4 Turbo Gas/Ethanol
2.5L Flat 4
2.5L i4 Regular Unleaded
Transmission
Continuously variable automatic
8 Speed automatic
6 Speed automatic
CVT
6 Speed automatic
8 Speed automatic
6 Speed automatic
CVT
9 Speed automatic
CVT
6 Speed automatic
Horsepower
166 hp@ 6000rpm
184hp@ 4400rpm
170hp@ 5600rpm
184hp@ 6400rpm
187hp@ 6000rpm
185hp@ 6000rpm
185hp@ 6000rpm
170hp@ 6000rpm
170hp@ 5600rpm
182hp@ 5800 rpm
168 hp@ 6000rpm
Torque
162 ft-lbs@ 4200rpm
221ft-lbs@ 1600 rpm
203ft-lbs@ 2000rpm
180ft-lbs@ 3900rpm
186ft-lbs@ 4000rpm
178ft-lbs@ 4000rpm
178ft-lbs@ 4000rpm
175ft-lbs@ 4400rpm
203ft-lbs@ 2000rpm
176ft-lbs@ 4400rpm
170 ft-lbs@ 4500rpm
For people wanting a more enthusiastic performer to have the option of going for the 3.0L V6 that belts out 224Hp at 6250rpm and 215lbs-ft at 3750rpm. This engine is mated to a 6 Speed electronic Transmission and is only available in the Top of the Line GT Trim.
Acceleration
The Dull 2.4L Inline 4 Engine does not do well in terms of outright acceleration from a standstill. Rivals like the Mazda CX-5, Ford Escape and Kia Sorento offer a far better performance despite similar body structures and size.
Models
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Ford Escape S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
0-60 MPH
9.2
N/A
7.1 sec
N/A
7.7 sec
8.7 sec
8.9 sec
7.3 sec
N/A
6.8 sec
9.6 sec
Quarter mile
N/A
N/A
16.7 sec
N/A
16 sec
16.7 sec
16.7 sec
N/A
N/A
15.4 sec
17.3 sec
Engine
2.4L i4
2.0L i4
2.5L i4 Regular Unleaded
1.5L I4 Turbocharged
2.4L I4 i-VTEC
2.5L I4
2.4L I4
2.4L I4
2.5L I4
1.5L I4 Turbocharged
2.5L flat4
Curb Weight (lbs.)
3329
3721
3552
3274
3307
3541
3591
3810
3456
3449
3499
Emission
(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
6.5
7.7
7.3
6.3
N/A
6.3
N/A
N/A
6.1
N/A
N/A
In terms of Emission though, the Naturally Aspirated Unit of the Mitsubishi ranks pretty high when it comes to the least emission figures emitted by a compact SUV.
Ride and Handling
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with a reworked suspension and chassis design which, Mitsubishi designers say improves the riding experience inside the SUV. Steering offers a lot of feedback and inspires confidence while taking turns at high speeds.
The Outlander isn’t the most comfortable SUV in its class but does offer adequate cushioning and bolstering for short trips. One of the highlights of the Outlander has to be its silent ride. The cabin offers good noise insulation from the Outside and the dull engine noise seeps in through only when it’s revving past 5000rpm.
In terms of handling, the Outlanders meet most expectations and do its best, to ensure confidence-inspiring handling on highways or city roads. The Tires offer good grip while cornering at decent speeds while they tend to offer little less grip Off-Road.
Braking
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has one of the smallest brake rotors in this comparison on the front. On the Rear, however, it’s the other way around. This means that the pressure to impact balance isn’t the best but it tends to provide good stopping power when needed.
Model
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Ford Escape S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
Brake Front (in.)
11.6
13.4
12.8
N/A
11.1
11.7
12.6
12.6
11.7
11.6
11.8
Brake Rear (in.)
11.9
11.8
12
N/A
10.2
11.9
12
12
11.5
11.2
11.3
60-0 MPH (ft.)
121
N/A
112
N/A
115
136
130
N/A
N/A
130
129
In terms of Brake Feel though, they tend to be spongy at times but they aren’t overly sensitive. In terms of stopping distances as well, the Mitsubishi stops from a 60MPH to 0MPH in 121ft, which is at par with the other SUVs in the segment.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Economy
In the previous sections, we have seen that the 2.4Lengine of the Mitsubishi Outlander isn’t the most refined or powerful engine to drive in the segment. Mitsubishi has however done this to improve one of the more important parameters of the SUV, the MPG figures.
The Outlander offers a respectable 27MPG to the Gallon on an average. This, coupled with the massive 16.6Gallon Fuel Tank gives a Combined Average Range of around 415 Miles, which is one of the best in Class.
Model
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Ford Escape S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
MPG (city)
25
22
21
26
26
25
22
22
26
26
26
MPG (highway)
30
29
29
32
32
31
29
29
33
32
30
MPG (combined)
27
25
24
28
28
28
25
25
29
28
28
Range (city/highway)
(miles)
415/498
337 / 444
330/455
387 / 477
364 / 448
370 / 459
414 / 545
414 / 545
377 / 479
387.4/447
431.6/547.8
Tank Capacity (gal)
16.6
15.3
15.7
14.9
14.0
14.8
18.8
18.8
14.5
14.9
14.9
The Powerful 3.0L V6 motor, however, compromises the Fuel Efficiency in favor of a better performance. The V6 delivers 22MPG on an average and gives an overall range of 350Miles, which is still a respectable number.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Interior
7.0/10
While it isn't the most utilitarian car in its class, the Outlander does have some versatile features such as third-row seating and decent tow ratings–Edmunds.com
Seating and Comfort
One of the Main Highlights of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is its Seating Ability. The Outlander can seat 7 People, as it comes in a 7 Seater Configuration as standard. The 3Rd Row however is best suited for kids as they are quite cramped and compact in terms of the area they offer.
Model
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Ford Escape S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
Passenger capacity
7
7
5
5
5
5
5
7
5
5
5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
40.6/56.4/40.9
39.6/57.0/40.2
39.9/55.9/43.1
40.0/57.2/40.9
40.1/57.9/41.3
39.7/57.1/41.0
41.2/59.1/44.1
39.5/59.1/44.1
41.6/56.6/43.0
41.2/58.2/43.3
40.0/57.2/40.9
Second
(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
38.4/56.0/37.3
39.1/55.9/36.5
39.0/55.2/37.3
38.5/55.5/39.7
39.2/55.6/40.4
39.0/54.8/39.6
39.2/58.3/40.9
39.3/58.0/39.4
38.5/55.9/37.9
39.6/57.2/39.4
38.5/55.6/39.7
In terms of the Comfort, the Seats do a decent job of providing comfort to all the passengers in the cabin. We could, however, have loved a better cushioning of the seats and a higher Seating layout. Passengers seating at the front and 2md row, won’t complain much about the area on offer as it at par with the rest of the competition.
Infotainment
Mitsubishi has updated the Infotainment System of the New Outlander and added Apple Car Play and Android Auto in its existing Infotainment System as an option. A 7” Touchscreen System also comes as Standard across the Range.
However, this is whether the good points end. Intuitive and Easy To Use won’t be the first words that would come to your mind when you start using this infotainment system. They offer a considerable amount of Lag while usage and becomes even cumbersome while changing the audio settings or connecting other devices.
The Following are some of the features that can be found in the Infotainment System of the Outlander
Android Auto and Apple Car Play Compatibility
7” Touchscreen Infotainment System with Navigation
SiriusXM Radio with 3 Months Subscription
Bluetooth, Front, and Rear USB Ports
Rockford Fosgate Music System
Bluetooth Telephony and Connectivity to Multiple devices
Cargo Capacity
Comparing with other Crossovers in the Segment, the Outlander offers a good amount of storage space behind its third row and ranks among the very few Crossovers in the segment that can boast of this fact.
Model
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Ford Escape S suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
Cargo Volume (ft.3)
10.3/34.2 behind 2nd Row
34.0
37.6
29.9
39.2
30.9
35.9
11.3
39.3
35.4
29.6
From a common perspective, the Outlander offers around 34.2 cubic feet of Space. This is among the highest in the segment and can take a lot of stuff with it. The Kia Sorento manages to beat the Outlander by a very small margin in terms of the Cargo space but that isn’t a substantial loss.
Interior Features
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes with a good set of Standard Interior Features. It may not be the most utilitarian of the lot but it does pack some really usable features like Big Door Pockets, Center Console Cup Holders and more.
Dual Zone Climate Control System
Power Adjust Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
Rear Seat Infotainment System
Leather Upholstery
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Available 3 Rows of Seating
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Exterior
Profile is the Outlander’s best angle, with a pleasing-if-anonymous crossover SUV shape–TheCarConnection.com
Design and Dimensions
The Exterior Design of the 2020 Outlander has seen some changes as compared to its previous year model. Mitsubishi has added a lot of Chrome into the Front Fascia of the SUV that includes the Front Grill and some extent of the Bumper. 18” Alloy Wheels now come as standard. The Rear End of the 2020 Outlander has also received some styling tweaks that include a redesigned bumper and a lot of chrome additions. The Mitsubishi Outlander ranks as one of the “Not So Small” compact crossovers in the segment. Spanning over 184 inches in length, the Outlander does make you feel it’s a present from the outside. The 67.3 inch of Height allows more room to be liberated inside in terms of the headroom on offer.
Model
Mitsubishi Outlander ES suv
Volkswagen Tiguan S suv
Ford Escape S suv
Chevrolet Equinox L suv
Honda CR-V LX suv
Mazda CX-5 SPORT suv
Hyundai Santa Fe SE suv
Kia Sorento L suv
Nissan Rogue S suv
GMC Terrain SL suv
Subaru Forester suv
Curb weight (lbs.)
3329
3721
3552
3274
3307
3541
3591
3810
3456
3449
3499
Length(in)
184.8
185.1
178.1
183.1
180.6
179.1
187.8
189.0
184.5
182.1
182.3
Width(in)
71.3
72.4
72.4
72.6
73.0
72.5
74.4
74.4
72.4
71.5
72.4
Height(in)
67.3
66.3
66.3
65.4
66.1
66.2
66.1
66.3
66.3
68.1
65.4
Ground clearance (in)
8.5
7.9
7.8
N/A
7.8
7.5
N/A
7.3
7.8
8.7
6.9
Wheelbase (in)
105.1
109.8
105.9
107.3
104.7
106.2
108.9
109.4
106.5
105.1
107.3
Track width (in) F/R
60.6/60.6
62.2/61.8
61.5/61.6
62.2/62.2
62.9/63.5
62.8/62.8
64.3/64.7
64.3/64.7
62.8/62.8
61.6/61.8
62.2/62.2
One of the standout points of the 2020 Outlander, is its superb 8.5 inches of Ground Clearance. Mitsubishi has ensured that the Outlander doesn’t suffer any hiccups while traversing the road less taken by providing good ground clearance. This allows the Outlander, to wade through Rocky Terrains easily and glide through big speed humps without much concern of scraping the underbelly of the compact crossover.
Exterior Features
The Exteriors of the Mitsubishi Outlander has a good set of features that matches the competition and better them in some areas. Some of the Exterior Features have been listed below.
Rear View Camera
LED Daytime Running Lamps and Rear Tail Lights
Heated and Powered Outside Mirrors
18” Alloy Wheels
Fog lamps
Power Glass Sunroof
Auto On/Off LED Headlamps
Shark Fin Antenna
Features like Rear Window Intermittent Wiper/Washer with Defroster and Roof Carrier come in Standard across all trims while Silver Roof Rails can be opted for only in the SEL and above trims.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Safety
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes stacked, with Safety equipment and features that are offered in other rivals as well. We do however feel that the Standard Safety Equipment on offer could have been higher as the rivals offer those as standard.
Some Safety features include
ABS with ESC and Driveline Traction Control
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Tire Pressure Warning System
Multi-View Camera System
Side Curtain, Front, and Thorax Airbags
Blind Spot Warning and Lane Change Assist
LED Auto Headlamps
Forward Collision Mitigation
Adaptive Cruise Control
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Competition
Mitsubishi Outlander vs Honda CR-V
There is no denying the fact that the Honda CR-V is one of the Best SUVs in the segment. It flaunts an easy to understand infotainment system and best in class storage space. The CR V additionally has a rich lodge that offers two lines of seating and has enough space to oblige grown-ups. The Outlander, however, offers the Luxury of allowing 7 people to sit inside it with relative ease and comfort. What also sets the Mitsubishi ahead of the Head in terms of the Standard equipment on offer, which is higher than CR-V.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs Mazda CX-5
The Mazda CX-5 is one of the most Sportiest SUVs in the segment. The Mazda offers one of the Best 2nd Row Seating arrangement in the class as well. When it comes to the off-road ability, both the SUV’s are nearly matched and have potent 4WD systems. The Outlander, however, trumps the CX-5 in terms of the creature comforts on offer as a Standard fitment, good gas mileage and an ability to tour with 7 people on board.
Mitsubishi Outlander vs Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevrolet Equinox is the American Answer to what is essentially a market dominated by European, Korean and Japanese SUVs. The Equinox offers good fuel efficiency and way more space in the Interior for both the 1st Row and 2nd Row of passengers. The Outlander, however, can Seat 7 People in it and has a better equipment list in terms of creature comfort and safety as standard than the Chevy.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Final Verdict
With The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, the company has tried to woo customers with its All-New Styling on the Exteriors, Features on offer and Gas Mileage. The Outlander also offers one of the Safest cabins in the class and has been a top safety pick for the IIHS for 2020 as well. The Infotainment System and the base 2.4L Engine are among the weakest points of the Outlander as other competitors offer a more powerful engine, with a lot more power and torque on tap. But with a good Gas MPG Figure, Decent Cargo Space, Stylish Exteriors and a Standard 7 Seater configuration, The Outlander certainly is one of the most practical SUVs in the Segment.