2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

Name: 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Review
Brand: Mitsubishi

Price Range: $20,398 - $33,590

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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.

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

by the Edmunds Experts

1/20/2023

What's new

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.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander ES 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.74 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas

$126/mo

$155/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4/5Above Average

#15 out of 29 among Compact SUVs

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Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Mitsubishi Outlander from 2008-2022.}

$466/yr

vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.04x/yr

vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

13%

vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV

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Mitsubishi Outlander Reviews

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3.4

78 reviews

5(35%)

4(15%)

3(23%)

2(12%)

1(15%)

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don not buy not reliable

Miguel, 03/15/2023

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 …

Where do I even begin ? Just run the other way!

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 …

I hope a recall's coming for the 2022 Outlander

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 …

Beautiful SUV but a mechanical nightmare!

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.

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2023 Outlander Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$27,895
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	27 MPG
Cost to Drive	$126/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	11.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Outlander models:

Rear Automatic Emergency Braking: Brings the vehicle to a stop when sensors detect an object or person behind the car, and the driver has not already taken preventive action.
Mi-Pilot Assist: Works with several other safety systems to partially automate some driving actions.
Multi-view Camera System: Provides a top-down view of the Outlander to help in tricky parking situations.

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