Kia Sportage vs. Mitsubishi Outlander
In comparing the Kia Sportage to the Mitsubishi Outlander, the Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Mitsubishi Outlander has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Kia Sportage and Mitsubishi Outlander have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sportage versus the Mitsubishi Outlander, the Kia Sportage is a better car than the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Kia Sportage versus Mitsubishi Outlander Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Kia Sportage ranges from $18,884 to $29,861 while a used Mitsubishi Outlander from the same model year range is priced between $17,091 to $27,290. For a new model, the Kia Sportage's price is between $29,437 and $39,961, with the Mitsubishi Outlander priced between $30,695 and $40,449.
Kia Sportage versus Mitsubishi Outlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Sportage and Mitsubishi Outlander is 8.1 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Kia Sportage is ranked 9 out of 14 Best Small SUVs for the Money and Mitsubishi Outlander is ranked 8 out of 14, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order. Out of 24 Best Small SUVs, the Kia Sportage is ranked 24 and the Mitsubishi Outlander is ranked 9. The Kia Sportage is also ranked 16 out of 28 Best Crossover SUVs for the Money while the Mitsubishi Outlander is ranked 15 out of 28. The Kia Sportage is also ranked 18 out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs while the Mitsubishi Outlander is ranked 17 out of 61.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Sportage’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Outlander base engine makes 181 horsepower. The Sportage is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles. The Outlander is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Kia Sportage has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Mitsubishi Outlander has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Sportage has higher safety ratings than the Mitsubishi Outlander, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.55 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mitsubishi Outlander has the better rating with a Top Safety Pick+ award compared to the Kia Sportage’s Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,437 - $39,961
Used Asking Price:
$18,884 - $29,861
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
42.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,695 - $40,449
Used Asking Price:
$17,091 - $27,290
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 14Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 61Ranking
30 out of / 61Ranking
34 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
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1 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 14Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 61Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
28 out of / 61Summary Review
The Kia Sportage is a compact sport utility vehicle and a mainstay of Kia’s model line, going through several generations prior to the current Sportage, which debuted in 2017. The Sportage is known for its sharp looks, feature-packed interior, and low cost of entry, with new models costing an average of $28,105 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,380.
Summary Review
The Outlander from Mitsubishi is a compact SUV with seating for up to 7 people. It was redesigned for 2022 with substantial improvements to its interior quality, refinement and overall execution, though engine power remains adequate at best. Previous Outlanders were offered in three basic flavors: the Outlander Sport, a smaller, two-row model, the Outlander, a somewhat larger three-row version, and the Outlander PHEV, a plug-in hybrid option. The previous Outlander and Outlander Sport models were introduced in 2011, and the Outlander PHEV was introduced in 2014. New models of the Mitsubishi Outlander cost an average of $32,039 and 3-year-old models average $18,676.
Pros and Cons
- Smooth ride quality with a quiet interior
- Spacious seating front and rear
- Smart instrumentation and control layout
- Smaller cargo capacity than many rivals
- Acceleration can be sluggish
- Fuel economy adequate at best
Pros and Cons
- Seven passenger capacity
- Low price point
- Plug-in hybrid availability
- Unrefined, underpowered driving dynamics
- Low-grade interior materials until 2022 model
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LX, EX, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Line, X-Pro, X-Pro Prestige
Trim Levels
ES, SE, Black Edition, SEL, SEL Black Edition, 40th Anniversary
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.55 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 458 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
39.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
11.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3373 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3593 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
