Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD

20032026 · 38 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
23
Best
27

The Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 38 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2026. Over this period, the Outlander 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 27 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
1.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Regular
$2,200263027MPG
2025
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Regular
$2,300243026MPG
2024
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Regular
$2,300243026MPG
2023
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Regular
$2,300243026MPG
2022
2.5L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Regular
$2,300243026MPG
2020
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,150202722MPG
2019
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2019
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,150202722MPG
2018
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2018
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,150202722MPG
2017
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2017
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,000202723MPG
2016
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2016
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,150202722MPG
2015
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2015
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,000202723MPG
2014
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,300242926MPG
2014
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,000202723MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2013
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,300192421MPG
2012
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2012
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,300192421MPG
2011
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,500222724MPG
2011
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,300192421MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S6)Regular
$2,700212522MPG
2010
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$3,450182420MPG
2009
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2009
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2008
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172420MPG
2008
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,700202522MPG
2007
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182521MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$3,000182320MPG
2005
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182521MPG
2005
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$3,000182320MPG
2004
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$3,000182320MPG
2003
2.4L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Regular
$3,000182320MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
27
2025
26
2024
26
2023
26
2022
26
2020
26
2019
26
2018
26
2017
26
2016
26
2015
26
2014
26
2013
24
2012
24
2011
24
2010
22
2009
22
2008
22
2007
19
2006
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Outlander 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Outlander (For 2003-2018 only. For model years 2019 on, see 52-404.), Mitsubishi Outlander (For 2019 on. For model years 2003-2018, see 52-047.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
630
Total Deaths
308

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.7%
Speeding Involved
9.4%
DUI Involved
14.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
15%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes102
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2022
Fatal Crashes114
Fatalities
57
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes76
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2020
Fatal Crashes82
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2019
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2018
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2017
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2016
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2015
Fatal Crashes27
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2014
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.56

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2022
7
2019
1
2018
1
2017
2
2016
3
2015
1
2014
4
2009
2
2008
4
2007
8
2004
1
2003
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory