2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Each trim of the Outlander Sport brings something different to the table. The 2.0 S kicks things off with LED headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights, durable steel wheels, and little luxuries like rain-sensing wipers and heated side mirrors—all practical choices for year-round commuting. Moving up, the 2.0 ES adds several exciting features, including an auto-dimming rearview mirror, LED fog lights, and 18-inch 2-tone alloy wheels, giving a boost in comfort and appearance. The 2.0 LE amps up sportiness and assertiveness with black wheels, black side mirrors, rear privacy glass, black seating surfaces with red stitching, and leather-wrapped accents, giving the Outlander Sport a luxurious feel. The 2.0 SE sharpens the tech with push-button start, a FAST-key entry system, and power folding side mirrors. At the top, the 2.4 SEL introduces a more powerful engine, premium finishes, and high-end conveniences. With vivacious colors like Sunshine Orange and Octane Blue Metallic, the Outlander Sport is a visual force to be reckoned with.

The heart of the Outlander Sport is Mitsubishi’s MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control) engine technology, which optimizes power and efficiency in ever-changing conditions. Most trims are powered by a 2.0L MIVEC DOHC 4-cylinder engine producing 148 hp and 145 lbs.-ft. of torque. This setup is ideal for everyday use, offering balanced acceleration and efficiency through a continuously variable transmission. The 2.4 SEL harbors a 2.4L MIVEC engine that generates 168 hp and 167 lbs.-ft. of torque. Whether you’re passing on Route 4 or pulling out from a dead stop on a steep, wet road, it gives you extra confidence without burning fuel unnecessarily.

The Outlander Sport feels nimble and planted, particularly in tight spaces or on twisting roads through St. Mary’s County. Super Handling All-Wheel Control (SH-AWC) reacts to road surface changes in real time, offering steady traction on wet leaves, loose gravel, and varying surfaces. Mitsubishi integrates Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist for sharper, more adaptive stopping power, while Active Stability Control keeps the SUV composed during sharp cornering or evasive moves, even when towing up to 2,000 lbs. MacPherson front suspension and multi-link rear provide a ride that soaks up broken asphalt and construction-riddled detours without spilling your coffee. It’s tuned for real roads, not just test tracks. No matter where you’re headed or what you’re doing, this crossover truly moves with purpose.

Inside, the Outlander Sport is surprisingly open for a compact crossover. The layout is straightforward, with intuitive placement of controls and storage where you expect it. The SE trim invigorates the interior with red contrast stitching on the leather steering wheel, shift knob, brake lever, and black cloth seating. The SEL indulges you with leather upholstery and more advanced features like an auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink®, a FAST-key entry system, and steering wheel-mounted controls with voice recognition. An 8-inch Smartphone Link Display Audio system is standard across all trims and supports Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, with quick pairing and no-frills usability. Bluetooth® wireless technology lets you handle calls and streaming without fumbling for cords. There’s space for 5, easy cargo access, and fold-flat rear seats when you’re hauling more than just passengers.

The Outlander Sport is fortified with extensive protection systems including Forward Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning, Cruise Control, and a rearview camera. Higher trims offer enhanced technologies, including Blind-Spot Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Lane Change Assist. And underneath it all is the RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body construction—a Mitsubishi engineering foundation that absorbs and redistributes crash energy in a way that’s designed to protect cabin integrity during serious impacts.