Mazda CX-3 vs. Mitsubishi Outlander
When comparing the Mazda CX-3's and the Mitsubishi Outlander's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The Mitsubishi Outlander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-3's and the Mitsubishi Outlander's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Outlander is a better car than the Mazda CX-3.
Mazda CX-3 vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Pricing
A used 2020 Mazda CX-3 ranges from $18,245 to $23,997 while a used 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is priced between $16,995 to $24,998.
Mazda CX-3 vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda CX-3 loses 35.6 percent of its value and the Mitsubishi Outlander loses 46.1 percent of its value. This means the Mazda CX-3 retains 10.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Mazda CX-3 vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda CX-3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Mitsubishi Outlander's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Mazda CX-3 being ranked 24 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Mitsubishi Outlander being ranked 28 out of 66.
Mazda CX-3 vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda CX-3 is 6.1 out of 10. For the Mitsubishi Outlander the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Mitsubishi Outlander an advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda CX-3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda CX-3’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Outlander base engine makes 166 horsepower. The CX-3 is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Outlander is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 498 miles.This gives the Mazda CX-3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mitsubishi Outlander the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mitsubishi Outlander, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mazda CX-3, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mazda CX-3 has higher safety ratings than the Mitsubishi Outlander, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.42 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18245 - 23997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.355971
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16995 - 24998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461462
Mazda CX-3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Outlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.15511 / 10
Reliability:
7.945329 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.4 / 10
Mazda CX-3 Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
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8 out of / 66Ranking
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11 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
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23 out of / 56Ranking
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52 out of / 56Ranking
61 out of / 66Ranking
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62 out of / 66Mitsubishi Outlander Rankings
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1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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3 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
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12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
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16 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
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17 out of / 30Ranking
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17 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
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21 out of / 66Ranking
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23 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
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37 out of / 66Ranking
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48 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda CX-3 Trim Levels
Sport
Mitsubishi Outlander Trim Levels
ES, GT, LE, SE, SEL, Special Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.42 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
166 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 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):
25 / 30 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
415 / 498 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
10.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2851 lbs
Width:
69.6 inches
Height:
60.7 inches
Length:
168.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3329 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R18