Chevrolet vs. Mitsubishi
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chevrolet and Mitsubishi contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chevrolet and Mitsubishi cars.
When comparing the Chevrolet brand to the Mitsubishi brand, Chevrolet has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, retained value and variety of models offered. Mitsubishi has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, overall quality, reliability, safety and vehicle rankings.
Chevrolet versus Mitsubishi: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chevrolet versus Mitsubishi pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Chevrolet in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Chevrolet also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Chevrolet models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Chevrolet, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Chevrolet the overall advantage over Mitsubishi.
Chevrolet versus Mitsubishi: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Mitsubishi vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons.
Chevrolet versus Mitsubishi: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Chevrolet versus Mitsubishi overall quality ratings shows Mitsubishi with higher quality ratings in 1 out of 2 model comparisons. Chevrolet has higher quality ratings in 0 out of 2 comparisons, and both Chevrolet and Mitsubishi are tied for overall quality in 1 comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Mitsubishi has the advantage in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Chevrolet has higher reliability ratings in 0 out of 2 comparisons, and Chevrolet and Mitsubishi tie in 1 comparisons. Mitsubishi has better safety ratings in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Chevrolet shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Mitsubishi shows higher retained value ratings in 0 out of 2 comparisons, and Chevrolet and Mitsubishi tie over 1 comparisons.
Best Car Rankings: Chevrolet and Mitsubishi each have better car rankings in 2 categories. Chevrolet ranks better with the Equinox in Best 5-seater SUVs and the TrailBlazer in Best Subcompact SUVs.Mitsubishi ranks better with the Outlander in Best Crossover SUVs and the Outlander in Best Small SUVs.
Most Reliable Car Rankings: Mitsubishi has better car rankings in 3 categories: Mitsubishi Outlander in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs, Mitsubishi Outlander in Most Reliable Small SUVs, and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in Most Reliable Subcompact SUVs.
Safest Car Rankings: Chevrolet and Mitsubishi each have better car rankings in 1 category. The Sonic (hatchback) from Chevrolet ranks better in Safest Small Cars and the Outlander from Mitsubishi ranks better in Safest Crossover SUVs.
Best Cars for the Money Rankings: Chevrolet has the better car ranking in 1 category: Equinox in Best Small SUVs for the Money. Mitsubishi has better car rankings in 2 categories: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in Best Subcompact SUVs for the Money.
Available Body Styles: Chevrolet offers 10 SUVs, 1 sedan, 3 coupes, and 3 convertibles. In comparison, Mitsubishi offers 4 SUVs, 1 sedan, and 1 hatchback.
Drivetrain Options: Chevrolet offers 14 gasoline vehicles, 3 diesels, 1 hybrid, and 3 electric vehicles. Mitsubishi offers 5 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid.
Chevrolet offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 9 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Mitsubishi offers 4 all-wheel-drive models and 3 front-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
$23,885 - $28,648
Chevrolet Equinox
$29,089 - $38,687
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$24,856 - $32,141
Mitsubishi Outlander
$30,108 - $44,994
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
Not Yet Available
Chevrolet Equinox
$26,999 - $37,336
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$20,870 - $31,209
Mitsubishi Outlander
$29,711 - $45,035
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
47.3%
Chevrolet Equinox
49.6%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
47.5%
Mitsubishi Outlander
51.1%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
137 hp / 162 foot-lbs
Chevrolet Equinox
175 hp / 203 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
148 hp / 145 foot-lbs
Mitsubishi Outlander
181 hp / 181 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
Not Yet Available
Chevrolet Equinox
Not Yet Available
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
23 / 29 / 26
Mitsubishi Outlander
24 / 31 / 27
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
Not yet available
Chevrolet Equinox
Not yet available
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Not yet available
Mitsubishi Outlander
2000 lbs
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
7.6 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox
7.8 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
7.6 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander
7.9 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
7.4 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
7.7 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
7.5 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
7.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander
8.2 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox
7.8 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
8.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
#6 of 21 in
Best Subcompact SUVs
Chevrolet Equinox
#10 of 19 in
Best Small SUVs
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
#5 of 21 in
Best Subcompact SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander
#9 of 19 in
Best Small SUVs
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
#6 of 21 in
Most Reliable Subcompact SUVs
Chevrolet Equinox
#8 of 19 in
Most Reliable Small SUVs
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
#4 of 21 in
Most Reliable Subcompact SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander
#7 of 19 in
Most Reliable Small SUVs
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
#45 of 67 in
Safest Crossover SUVs
Chevrolet Equinox
#30 of 67 in
Safest Crossover SUVs
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
#53 of 67 in
Safest Crossover SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander
#27 of 67 in
Safest Crossover SUVs
iSeeCars Best Cars for the Money Rankings
SUVs
Chevrolet Trax
#4 of 14 in
Best Subcompact SUVs for the Money
Chevrolet Equinox
#5 of 18 in
Best Small SUVs for the Money
iSeeCars Best Cars for the Money Rankings
SUVs
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
#3 of 14 in
Best Subcompact SUVs for the Money
Mitsubishi Outlander
#10 of 18 in
Best Small SUVs for the Money