2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

Mitsubishi is expanding a previous recall to include more than 198,900 Outlander and Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUVs over a software issue that affects the rearview camera.

Mitsubishi’s latest recall for failing backup cameras in its Outlanders and Outlander PHEVs affects nearly 90,000 vehicles.

Vehicle technologies can play a significant part in a shopper’s decision, but according to J.D. Power’s 2022 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study, they can also lead to buyer’s remorse.

The overall pace of these reveals is on par with 2021 introductions, though 2022 also features an acceleration of new electrified SUVs.

Since our last comparison for best compact SUV in 2019, two of our competitors — the Hyundai Tucson and Nissan Rogue — have been fully redesigned and 2019’s winner, the Volkswagen Tiguan, has been updated.

Our expert judges spend a week comparing vehicles in the best way anyone can evaluate competitors: back to back. Here’s the breakdown for our Compact SUV Challenge.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander.

An all-new platform transforms the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander from a quirky, dated entry in the compact crossover field to a sophisticated, technology-packed, desirable SUV.

The new 2022 Outlander comes on a new platform with a new powertrain, new styling and new mission to deliver a more premium experience.