This 2023 Outlander is massively better than its immediate predecessor. Sharing a platform with the new-for-2021 Nissan Rogue, the Outlander benefits from the collaboration with an impressive touchscreen interface, upgraded interior materials, and improved ride and seat comfort compared to the old Outlander. An uninspiring powertrain and a few noted tech gremlins are among the few downsides.
New Ralliart, Black Edition and 40th Anniversary trims
Plug-in hybrid version makes its debut and is reviewed separately
Part of the fourth Outlander generation introduced for 2022
What is the Outlander?
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a three-row compact SUV. It sits above the smaller Outlander Sport and the Eclipse Cross in the automaker's lineup. There is also an Outlander plug-in hybrid model, which we review separately. The Outlander is the largest SUV that Mitsubishi makes in the U.S, so if you're in need of something larger, you might need to consider another brand.
Small three-row SUVs are a bit of a rarity, so the Outlander's competition is a class of two: the Kia Sorento and the Volkswagen Tiguan. We think the Outlander falls squarely in the middle of these two, with the Sorento getting higher marks for its roomier third row and the Tiguan ranking below both due to its overly sensitive capacitive touch buttons.
The Outlander took the 2021 model year off and came back for 2022 with a full makeover. Its redesign catapulted it from an also-ran to one of our top picks in the class. Now based on the Nissan Rogue, the redesigned Outlander has bolder looks, a nicer interior, a more comfortable ride and better in-car technology. (Mitsubishi and Nissan are in a strategic partnership.)
Given that the Outlander is fresh off a redesign, we don't anticipate any major changes to the 2023 model. The only change to come for 2023 is a redesign of its plug-in sibling, which will bring the Outlander PHEV fresh looks and other improvements in line with the gas-powered Outlander.
Edmunds says
All signs point to the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander being nearly the same as the 2022 model. If you're intrigued by the improvements this generation, head on over to your local Mitsubishi dealership and take one for a test drive.
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #15 out of 29 among Compact SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average
#15 out of 29 among Compact SUVs
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Cost
$466/yr
vs. $465/yr for Average Compact SUV
Frequency
1.04x/yr
vs. 1x/yr for Average Compact SUV
Severity
13%
vs. 11.5% for Average Compact SUV
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Recalls
2 recalls found
Checking 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.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Special Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
outlander 2022 recalls & issues
Hood problem
wireless charger
screen going gray
seatbelt issue gets stuck
fuel pump
remote start does not work properly
is time consuming and very aggravating having to deal with this many issues + whatever the future brings on a new vehicle and ofcurse the dealer gives you the runaround trying to blame it on anything and not assuming responsibility they … already got their money so they dont care any more. on a positive note you can only make the MISTAKE of buying a Mitsubishi vehicle one time. not only will I not recommend buying this brand but I will express my opinion and experience with it.
Where do I even begin ? Just run the other way!
1 out of 5 stars
Kj, 05/22/2023
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Black Edition 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
I think this car looks great inside and out but you get what you pay for. Immediately after purchase I had issues with the fuel pump and AWD, then came the struts and strut mounts and wheel bearings, within 6 months I also had a screen issue and AC issue and then just overall not starting and or stalling. It's been to the service department 22 times in 13 months. It's been to three … different service departments. The head tech of Mitsubishi came out. NOTHING has been fixed. Mitsubishi says "Known issue no known fix" as if that's a reasonable answer for someone with a brand new car to not have it working. Like oh ok so you know the ac doesn't work but can't fix it ? No worries. It's cool. I like to sweat. Absolutely not. I'm currently suing them in lemon law court. Absolutely run far away from this cheaply made pile of crap. Despite the good warranty you won't get it fixed because service centers hands are tied by the manufacturer not wanting to repair anything.
I hope a recall's coming for the 2022 Outlander
3 out of 5 stars
keepingmikebusy, 05/20/2021
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
Yesterday we picked up our stylish new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander ES at a dealership 180 miles from our home. It was a windy day and our almost three hour drive home became a hair-raising experience. When we left the dealership and got on the highway the front hood of the vehicle began lifting and flexing with the wind. My husband thought it wasn't properly latched and stopped to … remedy the situation but he found it was properly closed. We drove the entire trip home watching the hood violently undulate. (I kept thinking the hood was going to snap off). I called the dealership where our salesman tried to make light of it and said there are no recalls for it-- "yet". I'm sick about it because it seems to be a wonderful vehicle in all other areas--smooth shifting--comfortable seating--bright LED headamps---generous warranty--and it would be a great driving experience if we weren't totally distracted by a dancing front hood. I will now be wary about driving it on windy days (which would be almost every day here in Northern Arizona). Since Mitsubishi Motors took four years to come out with this totally redesigned model I don't understand how something like this could slip through their fingers.
Don't they test in wind tunnels?
Our only hope is for a quick recall.
Beautiful SUV but a mechanical nightmare!
3 out of 5 stars
Randy, 11/27/2022
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Special Edition 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
I purchased a brand-new Mitsubishi Montero in 1995 and drove this SUV for 10 years without a single mechanical issue, it ran strong and was a beast in bad weather. So, when Mitsubishi came out with the Outlander, I was ecstatic that Mitsubishi was coming back on the scene with this well-designed SUV that reminded me of a Land Rover. With this in mind, I decided to go for it and purchased … the diamond black SEL, S-AWC Launch edition. When I test drove one, I did notice the hood flutter and informed the salesman, in which, I was told, that it would need a minor adjustment, which made no sense to me on a brand-new vehicle that took 5 years to launch and tested for quality control throughout the engineering process to assess the quality and performance of the vehicle. The idea behind testing these cars is to allow manufacturers to work out all the kinks and potential problems before going into full production. Therefore, I purchased the SUV in December 2021, I did experience the hood fluttering, but having a mechanical background, I looked under the hood to see what adjustments these engineers failed to make and saw that there are 2 black rubber hood stoppers on the left and right side on the bottom, where the hood indentation makes contact with them when the hood is closed. I screwed the rubber pieces all the way out, and reinserted them, twisting them one full turn until the arrow faces in the direction of the engine. Then I took 2 felt pads, the pads you put under chair legs to keep them from scratching the floor and placed the sticky side down on the rubber stoppers. Closed the hood and went for a ride and the hood stopped the vibration and fluttering. However, on really windy days there is very little fluttering enough for me to feel comfortable driving and not worrying about the hood dislodging. If the hood doesn't close securely, adjust the rubber stoppers so the hood can close. Now, the next issue, I went for a drive and got half a mile from my home and the Outlander without warning just shut off. I pulled to the side and tried to start it to the point of the battery losing voltage. I had towed back to my home where I have the testing equipment and diagnostic tools to see why this SUV with 8000 miles just died on me. With the help of my son who is a professional mechanic, we determined it was the fuel pump shorted out based on the computer code. The next day I towed it to the dealer, wrote down all the symptoms that appeared after it shut off and thinking this would be a simple fix taking a few days, but that turned into 3 months without this vehicle, and it was the fuel pump, which was on back order and the fuel gauge. I had to get forceful with the dealer and made them get a Mitsubishi rep involved just to get a rental. After finding out that the robots that installed the fuel pumps didn't do it correctly and didn't get the wiring right which shorted the pump is what caused what could have been a serious accident if this occurred on the highway in traffic putting me and my family in harm's way. Therefore, I precede to take legal action against Mitsubishi, and now have a pending lawsuit against them. I used the Lemon law of my state and if the dealer is giving you the run around, you can file a complaint with the State Attorney General, they could be fined, and have their franchise license revoked, or you file a complaint against the dealer's surety bond with DMV Business regulation section or the licensing board. Mitsubishi is jeopardizing the lives of thousands of their customers allowing this mechanical issue to go unsolved until a hood rips off while driving or being rear ended when the fuel pump fails in traffic. I'm very disappointed in such a promising SUV, buyer beware!!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, so we've included reviews for other years of the Outlander since its last redesign.