2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2011 Chevrolet HHR contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
When we compare the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's and the 2011 Chevrolet HHR's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2011 Chevrolet HHR has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's and the 2011 Chevrolet HHR's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Chevrolet HHR is a better car than the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
Pricing: A used 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ranges from $3,620 to $9,992 while a used 2011 Chevrolet HHR is priced between $2,909 to $9,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the 2011 Chevrolet HHR base engine makes 155 horsepower. The Outlander Sport is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. The HHR is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. This gives the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2011 Chevrolet HHR. The Outlander Sport uses gasoline, and the HHR uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2011 Chevrolet HHR has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18795
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
18519
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
15995 - 19990
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18720
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6962
Price Range:
3620 - 9992
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
7151
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6866 - 7443
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
17
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
124757
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6114
Price Range:
2909 - 9995
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
49
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
130399
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Chevrolet HHR Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2011 Chevrolet HHR
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.02337846402157
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.2 - 5.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.041247252739924
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
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3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
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7 out of / 14Ranking
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58 out of / 66Chevrolet HHR Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Trim Levels
ES, SE
2011 Chevrolet HHR Trim Levels
LS, LT, Panel LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
21.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
25.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
122.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3032 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
64.2 inches
Length:
169.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3155 lbs
Width:
69.1 inches
Height:
63.1 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Labrador Black Pearl
Gray
Mercury Gray Pearl
Red
Rally Red Metallic
Silver
Cool Silver Metallic
White
Diamond White Pearl
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Granite Metallic
Gray
Arctic Ice / Cyber Gray Metallic
Red
Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Not available
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Brown
Mocha Steel Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Gray
