2025 Kia Seltos vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

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2025 Kia
Seltos

MSRP*: $24,590 to $31,090
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander PHEV

MSRP*: $40,345 to $50,345
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 62.8 ft3 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 146-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 248-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 146 - 195 hp 248 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 172.6 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 84.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 39.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Kia Seltos than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Seltos, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Seltos is a better financial choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Seltos is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Kia Seltos, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Handling
The Kia Seltos has a smaller turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Seltos has a lot less horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Seltos does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Utility
The Kia Seltos has less seating than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, making the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Seltos as you will in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.