2003 – 2006 · 1 body style available
1st Gen
2007 – 2013 · 1 body style available
2nd Gen
Cheap, competent, and rally-derived S-AWC on GT models. The CVT is why it costs so little.
Mitsubishi Outlander (2007-2013) Buyer's Guide
The second-generation Outlander (2007-2013) is a competent, under-appreciated compact SUV that is now very cheap. It offered a genuinely clever flap-fold tailgate, available seven seats, and on GT models the S-AWC all-wheel-drive system derived from
2014 – 2021 · 1 body style available
3rd Gen
One of the cheapest routes to seven seats and AWD. The 2016 facelift is the version to buy.
Mitsubishi Outlander (2014-2021) Buyer's Guide
The third-generation Outlander (2014-2021) is one of the cheapest ways into a seven-seat SUV, and its long warranty when new means some examples still carry powertrain coverage. It was facelifted significantly for 2016, which improved the interior,
2022 – present · 1 body style available
4th Gen
Nissan Rogue underneath, transformed interior. The first Outlander recommendable on merit, not just price.
Mitsubishi Outlander (2022+) Buyer's Guide
The fourth-generation Outlander launched for 2022 and is a dramatically better vehicle than its predecessor, largely because it is built on the Nissan Rogue's platform as part of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. The interior quality is transformed,
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Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Mitsubishi Outlander are there?
1st Gen (2003 to 2006); 2nd Gen (2007 to 2013); 3rd Gen (2014 to 2021); 4th Gen (2022 to present).
What are the common problems with the Mitsubishi Outlander?
Documented problems include CVT Failure (2.4L models), CVT Failure and Shudder (2.4L models), CVT Overheating Under Load. Which ones apply depends on the generation, so open the year you are considering for its recalls, complaints and a full breakdown.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Mitsubishi Outlander?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.