The Mitsubishi Outlander isn't the performer you'll find the Mazda CX-5 or Ford Escape—but those crossover SUVs are 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.
The CR-V is new for 2017, and it includes more room, more technology, and a new turbocharged 4-cylinder engiie.
There's also the Chevrolet Equinox, which feels extra spacious if you're not looking for a third row.
A new Equinox is coming for 2018.
For those who really would like better fuel-efficiency, there's the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the new Nissan Rogue Hybrid.
We'd also consider the Dodge Journey with its third-row option, as well as its optional V-6.
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The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander provides functional family appeal for a reasonable price, but the powertrains are weak, the third-row seat space is tiny, and the infotainment features are behind the times. |
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is a solid compact crossover SUV. What it lacks in advanced powertrains, it makes up for in available tech. |
The 2017 Dodge Journey is a minivan in every way except its doors. Families will be tempted by the price, but there are better, safer picks out there. |
It's hard to imagine a compact crossover better aligned with the needs of most buyers than the 2017 Honda CR-V. |
One of the best small SUVs, the 2017 Subaru Forester is a good value, with remarkable interior volume, thrifty fuel economy, and top safety scores. |
There's a RAV4 for just about everyone, and while we applaud Toyota for adding more safety technology for 2017, the competition is worth a good look, too. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $23,495 | $23,100 | $21,195 | $24,045 | $22,595 | $24,410 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 25 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded H-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Small SUV 2WD | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| ES FWD | FWD 4-Door L | SE FWD | LX 2WD | 2.5i Manual | LE FWD (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| CVT w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox | 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2017 Dodge Journey | 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2017 Honda CR-V | 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2017 Subaru Forester | 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2017 Toyota RAV4 | |
