2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
In comparing the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's and the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's and the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is a better car than the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Pricing: A used 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ranges from $3,620 to $9,992 while a used 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced between $4,495 to $7,936.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara base engine makes 166 horsepower. The Outlander Sport is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. The Grand Vitara is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg 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:
19199
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:
6134
Price Range:
4495 - 7936
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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:
3.0821852161488366
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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5 out of / 21Ranking
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7 out of / 14Ranking
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58 out of / 66Suzuki Grand Vitara Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Trim Levels
ES, SE
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium
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:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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:
166 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
331 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
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:
N/A
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:
N/A
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:
Available
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
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
Overall Interior Volume:
119.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.1 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:
3468 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 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:
P225/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Labrador Black Pearl
Gray
Mercury Gray Pearl
Red
Rally Red Metallic
Silver
Cool Silver Metallic
White
Diamond White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Beige
Beige
