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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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$20,995

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

27

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

171.9” x 64.8”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(18 reviews)

The good:

  • Outward visibility
  • Highway stability
  • Brake-pedal feel
  • Front-seat comfort, space
  • Responsive touchscreen multimedia system

The bad:

  • CVT saps engine power at slower speeds
  • Engine and wind noise
  • Numb, uninspiring steering
  • Choppy ride at times
  • Dated interior design
  • Fixed rear backrest is too upright

6 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Our 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trim comparison will help you decide.

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Notable features

  • More standard active safety features
  • New Limited Edition model
  • Five-seat subcompact SUV
  • Front- or four-wheel drive
  • CVT standard
  • Choice of four-cylinder engines

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

The Outlander Sport is Mitsubishi’s smallest SUV. Offered with front- or four-wheel drive, it seats five and is available with a choice of two engines: a 148-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 168-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder. A continuously variable automatic transmission is standard. The Outlander Sport competes with other subcompact SUVs like the Honda HR-V, Nissan Rogue Sport and Hyundai Kona

What’s New on the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

New standard active safety features include automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and automatic high-beam headlights. A new Limited Edition model is based on the ES trim level and features red accent stitching in the cabin and black exterior trim, along with 18-inch wheels. 

What Features in the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • LED headlights
  • Heated side mirrors
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • Automatic climate control
  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Bluetooth connectivity

Available features include:

  • Heated front seats
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Satellite radio
  • Push-button start
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert

Should I Buy the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Mitsubishi continues to be the underdog in the subcompact SUV class with its aging Outlander Sport. Its starting price is attractive, but unimpressive drivetrains, a choppy ride and dated interior styling are enough reason to give the competition a serious look before buying. 

Consumer reviews

(18 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.9
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 5.0
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Most recent consumer reviews

Best value for small SUV.

Reliable. Best value for money in SUV. Hope to keep it forever. Great warranties. Driving this car saves you money on repairs and gas. Love it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2 years into a 2021 new purchase.

Most City/HW Driving for me is around 26+ MPG (though I accelerate and drive a bit fast). As another review stated, you can get 33+ MPG if you stay 50-60MPH which is amazing. Handling is great, allows you to feel the road, doesn't feel too assisted, all of which is good imo. Body fits well into compact parking spaces. I like the "bare bones" interior design of the Standard version. Does exactly what I want it to do, no issues with any instruments/electronics. I find the car pretty comfortable, though the back seats are a bit cramped for average to taller people. Only issue I've found is I've had the catalytic converter stolen and both the dealership and the tow truck person said that the car is an easy target because they're higher off the ground and the converter is easy to get to. They've both recommended adding a cage, band, or other defensive measure to detract criminals. I've really enjoyed driving this car, will definitely hold onto this as I bought it brand new in 2021 and 2 years later now in 2023, I'm still enjoying driving this.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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May be the best budget small SUV available

Purchased my new 2021 OS 2.0 FWD at the height of the car shortage in December of 2021 for UNDER MSRP while every other car dealer make was doing $5K or more dealer market adjustment price hike over MSRP. Now 1.5 years later can definitely say it has been super reliable through 30K miles. Stock tires were never great on snow so did upgrade early to better Pirellis which improved handling and ride. It is a basic, reliable, adequate small SUV. I average 32 MPG in mixed driving. It is quite fast getting on the highway and I have to be careful because I often am doing way over the speed limit by the time I merge, those who claim it is slow do not know how to drive an ECO programmed CVT - how far the accelerator pedal is press determines the desired acceleration. Even now the dealer has a couple of left over 2022s for $22.5K - that is less than dealers are asking for new KIA Souls around here and $6K less than the lowest priced 2022 new Hyundai Venue.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
5
Combined side rating rear seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4
Overall rating
4
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
19.1%
Rollover rating
4
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Mitsubishi
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
60 months/60,000 miles
Corrosion
84 months/100,000 miles
Powertrain
120 months/100,000 miles
Roadside assistance
60 months/unlimited distance
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
Less than 5 years/less than 60,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
Remainder of original 5 years/60,000 miles
Powertrain
Remainder of original 10-year/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
123-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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