2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review
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Pros
- Quiet and comfortable cabin
- Standard third-row seats
- Sharp handling
- Light off-road capabilities
Cons
- Small cargo capacity
- Middling fuel economy estimates
- Tiny third-row seats
- Limited dealer network
What's new
- The Outlander PHEV is all-new for 2023
- Part of the fourth Outlander generation introduced for 2022
Overview
If you've been considering making the switch to an electric vehicle but range anxiety is holding you back, perhaps you should check out the latest plug-in hybrids that straddle the line between all-electric and gasoline power. The latest entrant among plug-in hybrid SUVs is the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, and it has the potential to reestablish Mitsubishi's foothold in the U.S.
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- $26,500good price$1,731 below market
- 32,490 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 38 mi est. electric range
- 7 Seats, 25 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Auto Giants Mitsubishi (17 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Manassas, VA
Discover the ultimate driving experience with the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL. This exceptional SUV combines advanced hybrid technology, uncomp...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (25 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JA4T5VA97PZ033716
Stock: U2961
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-10-2025 - $25,779good price$1,278 below market
- 20,030 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 38 mi est. electric range
- 7 Seats, 25 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Lancaster Mitsubishi (95 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Third-row seating
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (25 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JA4T5UA98PZ062720
Stock: U332A-191
Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
Listed since: 02-11-2026
With a gasoline engine under the hood, a battery pack under the floor and two electric motors, the Outlander PHEV is estimated to provide up to 38 miles of electric-only range on a single charge. Once the battery is depleted, the gasoline engine takes over, effectively eliminating range anxiety, though fuel economy in this mode is estimated at a paltry 26 mpg. Rivals in this class are estimated between 35 and 40 mpg.
Replenishing the battery should take about 6.5 hours on a 240-volt charger but the top Outlander trim also comes with DC fast-charging capability that will get you back to an 80% charge in only 38 minutes. Unfortunately, that quick charge requires an older CHAdeMO receptacle, which is being phased out among public charging stations.
While there are some drawbacks related to efficiency, the Outlander PHEV makes up for it with surprisingly strong performance. Acceleration is immediate and should propel it to 60 mph in under 7 seconds, but the real star is its sporty handling. Mitsubishi's Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) all-wheel-drive system expertly sends power to specific wheels to carve through turns with inspiring precision, making it a standout among its rivals.
If you're one of the rare drivers seeking more thrills from a fairly efficient SUV, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV should be at the top of your list. If you're more interested in ultimate efficiency, you'd be better served by the plug-in versions of the Hyundai Tucson, Ford Escape and Toyota RAV4 Prime.
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV trim level differences
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors (one for the front wheels and the other for the rear) that are fed by a 20-kWh lithium-ion battery in the floor. Combined output is 248 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Compare the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV trim levels in-depth.
Which Outlander PHEV trim does Edmunds recommend?
It's not often that we recommend the top trim for a vehicle, but in this case the SEL trim makes sense. For a reasonable amount of money, you get several aesthetic, convenience and luxury features, as well as a few option packages that are exclusive to this model.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$117/mo for Outlander PHEV ES
Outlander PHEV ES
vs
$167/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Reliability
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Recalls
2 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V369000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- SR-25-001
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 198940
- Defect Description:
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V345. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V345 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- Recall Number:
- 23V345000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- SR-23-001
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 89907
- Defect Description:
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-23-001.
Warranty
5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 10 years / 100,000 miles
- Hybrid component Warranty
- 10 years / 100,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 7 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 5 years / unlimited miles
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Reviews
Owner Reviews
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So far so very good!
5 out of 5 starsChasw, 05/03/2023
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
We are 1 month in of ownership. It is primarily my wifes car and bought becuase of the space. We have the SEL touring that is premium minus the Brown interior bits, massage seats and black roof. It has excellent cargo space with the third seats down and again with the second down. Almost class leading compared to others. Interior quality appears good with excellent comfort and space. … Given the PHEV system used, it drives more like an EV. Very smooth at all times. A bit of engine whine when the engine cuts in but really nothing that bad. If you charge it regularly the fuel economy is excellent. In our first month we will get 1000 miles before we fill-up with gas (not using eco mode). Our driving is urban plus limited highway. EV range varies based on driving style and type. When fully charged we are getting 54 -60 miles of indicated range and this is similar to the marketing claims and reviews in non US markets. The EPA rating appears low and I think it is closer to 44 actual driveable range with the type of driving we do. We charge it with a type 1 charger at home and for some reason that gives us a better range than when we try with a Level 2 charger. Initally the EV and driving modes may appear overwhelming. EV Normal mode is best and operates as a hybrid but 90% EV (unless heavy highway). We don’t use pure EV as normal mode defsults mostly to EV. Charge mode does work very well but can drone the engine so we use save mode for longer highway drives. On a longer road-trip I would use charge if the road is long and flat. Don’t use Charge or Save for Urban driving. You can also charge parked in your driveway! The drive modes give you options but we default to normal. Power mode is fun and quick. Tarmac mode tightens everything up for fast twisty roads and the rest we have not tested others including eco mode (yes we are getting 1000 miles per fill up not using eco mode). An excellent vehicle.
Talented PHEV
5 out of 5 starsGrant, 04/28/2023
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
3500 miles on our 2023'. Amazing economy (0.7 Litres/100 km or 336 MPG on current tank, 100% city driving). Smooth electric drivetrain is very addictive. Very well built (nice interior, very solid construction). The huge number of driving modes makes this car quite entertaining to drive. The ride on the 20" wheels could be better though. Overall, don't worry about the low EPA … Ratings, the E-range of this car and electric style drivetrain are fantastic. Highly recommend.
Excellent efficient vehicle
5 out of 5 starsNoel. British Columba, 03/24/2023
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 40th Anniversary 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
This is a smooth quiet car with three rows. The third row is rather tight and only fit for children ages up to 15 or small adults for comfort. Check out the Australian website for reviews of this vehicle as the vehicle is virtually identical to the one shipped to the United States and Canada. The actual fuel economy for the car in hybrid mode is between 5.5 and 6.5 L to 100 km has has … been tested by several reviewers in Australia and myself. Also the battery range has been shown to be upwards of 70 km until a charge is required and in some cases the drivers, including myself, have exceeded the 84 km that the Australian versions show as actual possibility for battery only mileage. A few times I got 94km while starting at a 99km estimated range. Of course individual driving habits depend on the Range that you can get both in hybrid as well as battery operation. I love the instrumentation the stereo the seating is superbly comfortable and the fact that both driver and passenger as well as the second row passengers have heated seats is phenomenal. The heads up display in the upper trims show quite a bit of information from the instrumentation and navigation on the windshield which is extremely helpful especially in high traffic situations where one doesn't want to take their eyes off the road. With the third row seat up there is still sufficient room for a collapse stroller and several carry-on bags. With a myriad of settings a person can select a whole variety of driving patterns in this is a remarkable vehicle. The 20-in wheels provide a firmer ride than a typical 18 inch wheel would provide however it does not really interfere with the overall comfort of the vehicle.
UPDATE: Advanced cruise control is fabulous in all types of driving. In 23960 kms, we have ueed 1.1 liters per 100kms only because in those kms, we've used 2 tanks of fuel. 95% of time only battery used in all types of driving and we get from 74-95kms per charge always trying to get the most kms out of the battery. A BIG plus is the heat pump for heating and cooling as most other phev's don't have this and thereby must use the engine to have heating and cooling. Not this car. Storage is great, and the third row is functional if spacing other seats properly. I get 35mpg US when on hybrid mode. Buy this car. It is great. Best car I've ever owned.
Did not disappoint. Look for the lease rebate!
5 out of 5 starsUWJackson7, 08/11/2023
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD)
I test drove a lot of vehicles, including Rav4 Prime, Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in, Kia Sportage PHEV, and Subaru Soltera. I also drove Forester Wilderness, and a few others. This vehicle had the best of everything. The premium trim has a really nice interior yet simple and not too much piano black plastic. Driving wise this thing feels smooth, strong and powerful. The tarmac mode is … what I like the most, although it uses more gas that way. The regenerative braking levels take some getting used to. One pedal driving is good in traffic but not at other times. The all wheel drive is fabulous, and the vehicle feels really advanced for a Mitsubishi. The 10 year warranty was a huge plus, and the $7500 lease rebate also helped. Only thing I really wish I could change is being able to remove the 3rd row seat. I don't really need it and rather have the space for a spare tire.
I wouldn't recommend this vehicle unless you have somewhere to charge it at night. While charging stations are plentiful, going to one and paying is a pain. Even with the fast charge you have to wait 30 minutes. Often the charge networks are different, or require you to put $20 on them even if you're only paying $5 for the electricity.
With some additional mods hoping to make this even more offroad capable.
Update 3/19: I did notice some rattles in the drivers door which I'm taking in to get looked at. Also, the mirrors do not always fold down occasionally. It seems to be a known issue and there is a trick to fixing it, but it seems like an ongoing issue. Otherwise still very happy with this car.
2023 Outlander PHEV Highlights
ES
| Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $39,845 |
|---|---|
| EV Tax Credits & Rebates | |
| Engine Type | Plug-in hybrid |
| EPA Electric Range | 38 miles |
| Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas) | 64 MPGe |
| Cost to Drive | $117/month |
| Total Charging Time (240V) | 6.5 hours |
| Seating | 7 seats |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Outlander PHEV models:
- Mi-Pilot Assist
- Works with several other safety systems to partially automate some driving actions.
- Multi Around Monitor
- Provides a top-down view of the Outlander to help in tricky parking situations.
- Blind-spot intervention
- Automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot.
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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