Kia Niro vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
In comparing the Kia Niro's and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV's specifications and ratings, the Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Niro's and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a better car than the Kia Niro.
Kia Niro vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Pricing
For a new model, the Kia Niro's price is between $28,583 and $37,408, with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV priced between $43,214 and $51,653.
Kia Niro vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Niro loses 48.7 percent of its value and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV loses 49.9 percent of its value. This means the Kia Niro retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Kia Niro vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Niro is 7.1 out of 10 while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Kia Niro being ranked 10 out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV being ranked 6 out of 27. Out of 30 Best Hybrid SUVs, the Kia Niro is ranked 13 and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is ranked 9.
Kia Niro vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Niro is 5.6 out of 10. For the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Niro’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV base engine makes 248 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has higher safety ratings than the Kia Niro, with an average rating of 4.71 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
28583 - 37408
Used Asking Price:
28103 - 37142
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.486786
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43214 - 51653
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.498582
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.066667 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.703333 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Kia Niro Rankings
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24 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX, EX Touring, LX, SX, SX Touring
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Trim Levels
ES, SE, SEL, SEL Platinum Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.71 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3071 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4607 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18