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2021Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDRegular Gas and Electricity

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

EPA ID: 43726

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City MPG

Combined MPG

26MPG· Average

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV achieves an EPA-estimated 26 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 26 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (a1), this small sport utility vehicle 4wd features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2021 Outlander PHEV produces approximately 165 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Outlander PHEV performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,300, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $2,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Fuel TypeRegular Gas and Electricity

Engine2.4L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (A1)

Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions165 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score10/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,300

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $2,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

26.0

Impact vs EPA

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

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Extreme temperatures severely impact lithium-ion battery chemistry and require heavy HVAC usage. See how your range degrades in freezing winters or scorching summers.

Battery Efficiency

100%

Est. Real Range*

58 mi

*Assumes 75kWh pack

EV / PHEV Intel

Powertrain TypeRegular Gas and Electricity

MPGe Combined26

Range Anxiety Index: High Anxiety

Urban micro-mobility only. Do not attempt long distance travel.

Estimated EPA Range: ~30 miles

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$429/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$13,860

53.9%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$4,000

15.6%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,459

29.0%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.6%

Total 5-Year Cost$25,719

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #25V507000·2025-10-06

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Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002

Campaign #26V252000·

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Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

33.0 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 41 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 2.8 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.