2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV

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$31,645 - $49,995
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Added plug-in efficiency

Compromise on performance

Larger battery banks

Refined cabin

EV reliability concerns

Upgraded motors

Serene driving experience

Improvised efficiency

7 driving modes

Redesigned cabin interiors

Specs & Features

$42,145

price

248 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

332 lb.-ft.

torque

1-speed Automatic

transmission

2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

With the 2023 Outlander PHEV, the Japanese Domestic Market(JDM) giants Mitsubishi bring in the latest addition to the 3rd generation of the Outlander Plug-in Hybrid EV line introduced with the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The latest Outlander PHEV shows monumental upgrades and improvements with the performance and efficiency on offer. The new 2023 Outlander levels up with more potent motors and a larger power reservoir in the batteries. The upgrade aims at higher efficiency and a significant increase in range.

The 2023 Outlander PHEV also shows major leaps of improvements to the cabin interiors the body exteriors compared to the previous iterations of the SUV. The current 2022 iteration of the SUV sports a 2.4-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder powerplant mated with 2 electric motors one on each axle. The upcoming iteration boasts upgraded motors offering higher performance standards and a larger battery bank adding to the hybrid range of the SUV.

Buying Advice

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV earns critical acclaim from CarHp for the significant upgrades and improvements introduced with the latest iteration. The 2023 Outlander PHEV shows the best efforts from Mistubishi in the recent past. With upgrades such as 7 driving modes, added powertrain efficiency, and extended range, CarHp strongly recommends waiting for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander expected to release by the Summer or fall of 2023. Significant improvements make the 2023 iteration of the SUV worth the wait. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is expected to price itself at $38,000 and finds its competition in the Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid, the Toyota Rav4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid, and the Ford Escape Hybrid in the highly-demand PHEV segment.

Trims

    SE
    $31,645 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 248 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 332 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    ES
    $39,845 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 248 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 332 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    Ralliart
    $44,145 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 248 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 332 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    SEL
    $45,445 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 248 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 332 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 110 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg
    40th Anniversary
    $49,995 onwards
    • Engine: 2.4L 4cyl AWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 221 hp hp
    • Torque: TBD
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Source
      24 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal. -

      2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        185.4 in.74.7 in.68.8 in.8.4 in.106.5 in. -

        2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          51.2 cu.ft.125.5 cu.ft.79.7 cu.ft. -

          2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Source
            79.7 cu.ft.51.2 cu.ft.79.7 cu.ft. -

            2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              1045 lbs.3759 lbs. -

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              2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

              Horsepower : 181 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 27 mpg

              0-60 : 9.8 sec

              #1

              2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid SUV

              Horsepower : 181 hp @ 6000 rpm

              MPG Combined : 26 mpg

              0-60 : 7.3 sec

              #2

              2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

              Horsepower : 152 hp @ 5500 rpm

              MPG Combined : 26 mpg

              0-60 : 9.2 sec

              #3