The Mitsubishi Outlander isn't the performer you'll find the Mazda CX-5 or Ford Escape—but those crossover SUVs are all both slightly smaller and less versatile.
The Mitsu is a more direct rival to the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, and Honda CR-V, and the availability of a third row gives it an edge for big families.
We'd also consider the Dodge Journey with its third-row option, as well as its optional V-6.
There's also the Chevrolet Equinox, which feels extra spacious if you're not looking for a third row.
The Equinox gets a mild refresh for 2016.
And for those who really would like better fuel-efficiency, there's the upcoming 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
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The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander takes the rational road, filling in more functional details than flair, and it adds up to high-value family appeal. |
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has one of the most spacious, quiet, and versatile interiors among smaller crossovers, and it loads on the value. |
The 2016 Dodge Journey is a strong value among crossover SUVs, but it misses the mark for the tech-savvy and safety-conscious. |
The 2016 Subaru Forester continues to be a good value and one of the best small SUVs you can buy, with superb all-weather capability, safety ratings, and versatility. |
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 is a competent crossover utility with a new Hybrid model this year, updated safety systems, and lots of interior space. |
The 2015 Honda CR-V is neither sporty nor particularly quick, but fuel efficiency is excellent and it prioritizes interior space, earnest practicality, and cleverly chosen features in a way that buyers appear to crave. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $22,995 | $22,600 | $20,995 | $22,395 | $24,350 | $23,445 |
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| 20 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 26 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
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| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded H-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
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| 2WD 4-Door ES | FWD 4-Door L | FWD 4-Door SE | 4-Door Manual 2.5i PZEV | FWD 4-Door LE (SE) | 2WD 5-Door LX |
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| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sport Utility | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
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| CVT w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD |
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| 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2016 Chevrolet Equinox | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2016 Dodge Journey | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2016 Subaru Forester | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2016 Toyota RAV4 | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2015 Honda CR-V | |
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