2020 Mitsubishi Outlander review
Mitsubishi Outlander highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Standard three-row seating
- Smooth ride over most surfaces
- Flexible interior for passengers and cargo
Cons
- Tight third row for adults
- Sluggish four-cylinder engine
- Lackluster brake performance
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 29 highway, 26 combined
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A seven-passenger SUV with power and style.
The Mitsubishi Outlander boasts attractive updates for the 2020 model year, with expanded driver-assistance features and fresh styling. There's also updated Super All-Wheel Control, designed for maximum traction and better handling when the weather is rough. If you want an SUV with all-wheel drive, plenty of technology, and a spacious interior for your whole crew, the 2020 Outlander is an excellent choice.
All Mitsubishi Outlander years
What is new for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- The Outlander is available in a new trim called the SP.
- Outlander trims have been upgraded with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment this year.
- The LE trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
- The GT trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
- The SE trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander trims
ES:
The ES trim is the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander’s base trim configuration. However, the ES trim of the 2020 Outlander still comes equipped with a number of impressive standard features. This includes standard features such as a seven-inch touchscreen display, heated front seats, front USB ports, remote keyless entry, and more.
LE:
The LE trim of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is similar to the SE trim but adds several noteworthy styling upgrades. These styling upgrades include gloss black front and rear bumpers, gloss black roof rails, Limited Edition badge, eight-inch black painted alloy wheels, and more. Those in the market for a sleekly-styled SUV will find a lot to like about the LE trim of the 2020 Outlander.
SP:
Like the 2020 Outlander’s LE trim, the SP trim of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander includes everything found on the SE trim in addition to a number of styling upgrades such as a Special Edition badge, black hood badge, and black door handle covers, as well as aerodynamics-enhancing rear air dams. Also like the LE trim, the SP trim of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is a vehicle that is built to turn heads everywhere it goes.
SE:
The SE trim of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander includes everything found on the ES trim and adds features such as automatic headlights, fog lights, front rain-sensing wipers, eight-way power driver seat, combination soft-touch seating surfaces, and more.
SEL:
The SEL trim of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander comes equipped with everything found on the SE trim and adds several impressive standard features. The most notable of these features is the SEL trim’s standard leather seats, but additional features found on this trim include a power liftgate, chrome side-window molding, silver roof rails, and more.
GT:
Those in the market for a truly luxurious and upscale SUV will find plenty to appreciate about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander’s GT trim configuration. This trim includes all of the features found on the SEL trim and adds steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, LED low- and high-beam headlights, LED fog lights, Mitsubishi Power Sound System, multi-view camera, and more, resulting in an SUV that is certainly feature-rich.
Mitsubishi Outlander photos
5 reasons to buy the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander
1. Flexible seating
There's room for seven passengers in the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, with flexible seating so you can change it up as your passenger and cargo needs vary from day to day. There's a 50/50 split-folding third row and a 60/40 split-folding second row, making it simple to change the configuration for your needs. The second row also slides and reclines to keep everyone happy on road trips and other adventures. And you'll love the now-standard driver seat power lumbar adjustment for even more comfort while driving.
2. Ample cargo room
For occasions when you need to haul more cargo than passengers, the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has plenty of room for all your stuff:
10.3 cubic feet behind the third row
34.2 cubic feet behind the second row (33 cubic feet with sunroof)
63.3 cubic feet behind the first row (61 cubic feet with sunroof)
3. Engine & towing capacity
The bulk of the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander lineup includes a 2.4L four-cylinder engine with 166 hp and 162 lb.-ft. of torque, paired to a continuously variable automatic transmission. For extra power, the trim-topping GT has a 3.0L V6 engine boasting 224 hp and 215 lb.-ft. of torque, designed to respond quickly when you press the accelerator. The GT is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. Other features include:
Towing capacity is an estimated 1,500 lbs. with the 2.4L four-cylinder engine, when properly equipped.
The GT trim with its 3.0L V6 engine has an estimated towing capacity of 3,500 lbs., when properly equipped.
A 2.4L four-cylinder engine that generates 166 hp and 162 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired to a continuously variable automatic transmission is standard on all but the GT trim.
The GT is powered by a 3.0L V6 engine with 224 hp and 215 lb.-ft. of torque, paired to a six-speed automatic transmission.
4. Tech features
The tech features available on the Mitsubishi Outlander were expanded for the 2020 model year. Adaptive cruise control, which is optional on the SEL and standard on the GT, is designed to make it easy for you to keep a steady speed on long and short drives. And the blind spot warning with lane change assistance (optional on the SE and standard on the LE, SP, SEL, and GT) is designed to maximize your confidence on the road. On trims above the base level, you can enjoy Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability to play music and connect to calls.
5. Trim options
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is available in six trims, making it easy to find one that fits your needs. Every Outlander includes seating for seven passengers, heated front seats, and front USB ports. Mid-range trims see the addition of a leather-wrapped steering wheel, smartphone connectivity, and rear USB ports. The trim-topping GT has a more powerful engine, along with interior upgrades such as leather seating surfaces. With all of these options, it's easy to find an Outlander you love
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross was introduced in 2018, with seating for five passengers and compact dimensions that make it ideal for urban environments and beyond. The base ES is offered with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive that's standard on the rest of the lineup. You'll enjoy driving one of the four well-equipped trims, with power from a turbocharged 1.5L four-cylinder engine.
For model years 2018-2019, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross includes:
18-inch wheels
Seven-inch audio touchscreen
HD Radio
LED running lights
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle that launched for the 2018 model year. It combines a 2.0L gas engine with two electric motors and features all-wheel drive standard across the two-trim lineup. You'll love the three drive modes designed to maximize battery power, and the comfortable and quiet interior with room for up to five passengers.
Standard features for 2018-2019 models include:
An EPA-estimated 74 MPGe combined (electric + gas) and EPA-estimated 25 MPG (gasoline).
Up to 30.4 cubic feet of cargo room behind the second row
Leather seat trim
Remote keyless entry
Mitsubishi Mirage
The compact Mitsubishi Mirage includes a wide range of available features on all trims. Power comes from a 1.2L three-cylinder engine with 78 horsepower and 74 lb.-ft. of torque. You'll get a five-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission, depending on the trim. This compact offering has seating for up to five passengers and room for 17.2 cubic feet of cargo behind the rear seats.
On 2017-2019 models, these features are standard:
Front wheel drive
Four-speaker audio
Seven-inch touchscreen (2018 and 2019 only)
Keyless entry
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Mitsubishi Outlander an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mitsubishi Outlander 15th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Mitsubishi OutlanderMitsubishi Outlander features and specs
LE 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
166
Torque (ft-lbs)
162
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16.6
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
184.8"
Width
71.3"
Height
67.3"
Leg room
F 40.9"/M 37.3"/R 28.2"
Head room
F 39.9"/M 37.2"/R 35.7"
Front tires
P225/55HR18
Rear tires
P225/55HR18
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
150/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander FAQ
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LE: 25 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SE: 25 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SP: 25 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SEL: 25 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- ES: 25 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
The Mitsubishi Outlander received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mitsubishi Outlander as 14 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Reviews.
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has a maximum towing capacity of between 1500 and 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander:
- SP
- Automated Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- 4WD/AWD
- Traction Control
More about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander
Color options
Exterior colors
Alloy Silver Metallic
Cosmic Blue Metallic
Labrador Black Metallic
Mercury Gray Metallic
Pearl White
Quartz Brown Metallic
Red Diamond
NHTSA Safety Ratings
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander was rated overall 4/5 (FWD) and 5/5 (AWD) by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Find out more about this rating and how NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings program evaluates the crash protection and rollover safety of new vehicles.
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