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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport review

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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Well equipped for its class
  • Easy-to-use infotainment system
  • Relatively spacious interior

Cons

  • The ride can be rough over bumpy roads
  • Cheap-looking interior
  • Transmission is slow to respond

Mileage (EPA estimate)

23 city, 28 highway, 25 combined

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Year

New year, new facelift

The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has been in the same generation since 2011, but it’s undergone multiple facelifts to get to the point that it’s at in 2021. This year features small changes, and the model remains a good choice. It’s an SUV with something for everyone.

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What is new for the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

  • The Outlander Sport is available in a variety of new trims, including the BE, LE, and S.
  • The Black Edition and SP trims have been discontinued for 2021.
  • Outlander Sport trims have been upgraded with Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
  • DVD Video System features are now available as options on select trims.

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trims

Curious how Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

S:

ES:

  • Includes all features available on the S
  • 4WD/AWD

LE:

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5 reasons to buy the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

1. Newly standardized features for 2021 

Multiple features have been made standard for 2021. This means the base trim has more going for it than ever before. For 2021, forward collision mitigation and lane departure warning are now standard. It's also worth noting that the trim levels have been shaken up a little with the LE trim replacing the SP, while the Black Edition model has been removed from the lineup.  

2. LE trim debut 

The LE trim is new for 2021 and builds on the previous two trims by adding heated front seats, scaling up the touchscreen to eight inches, and wrapping the steering wheel in leather. It also introduces better connectivity to the lineup, including Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto connectivity, and an additional USB port. This is a great choice if you're looking for a good range of features. 

3. Easy infotainment system 

There’s nothing worse than an unnecessarily fiddly infotainment system to contend with when you have more important things to focus on. Fortunately, the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport’s system is easy to use. The base trim comes with a seven-inch touchscreen with bright graphics, simple menus, and a handful of physical buttons, making usability a breeze. 

4. Spacious 

You expect a decent amount of space in an SUV, and the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport delivers. Passenger volume for the base trim is 97.5 cu-ft, and the large door openings in the front make getting in and out easy. There’s also 21.7 cu-ft of cargo space behind the rear seats and 49.5 cu-ft with those seats folded, which is plenty for anyone who's looking for an SUV. 

5. Six trims 

There are six trim levels for the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, so if you have specific requirements, really consider what you’re looking for. The S base trim comes with many expected features like a USB port, Bluetooth® connectivity, and rain-sensing windshield wipers, while the ES gains LED fog lights. If you want more connectivity, the LE adds Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto connectivity and upgrades the seating from cloth to leather. The SE adds more driver aids, while the BE includes cool black and red accents. At the top-level, there's standard AWD and a more powerful 168 hp engine.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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RepairPal gave the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 19th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.

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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport features and specs

ES 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • Remote Start
  • Running Boards
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

148

Torque (ft-lbs)

145

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

16.6

Wheelbase

105.1"

Overall length

171.9"

Width

71.3"

Height

64.8"

Leg room

F 41.6"/R 36.3"

Head room

F 39.4"/R 37.9"

Front tires

P225/55HR18

Rear tires

P225/55HR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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