2025 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50

2025 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander Sport

MSRP*: $23,695 to $28,495
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 49.5 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 148-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 148 - 168 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 185.8 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 71.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 41.6 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.9 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-50 than in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-50 and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-50 as you will with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Mazda CX-50 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-50 is much wider than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mazda CX-50, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mazda CX-50 has a little more horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-50 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-50 and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The Mazda CX-50 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.