2024 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Review

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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander

MSRP*: $28,395 to $40,845
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2024 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $39,270 to $51,675
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MPG - City 24 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 64.3 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 181-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 181 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 185.4 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 74.7 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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 Mitsubishi Outlander than the Toyota Highlander. The Toyota Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Outlander, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Toyota Highlander requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander is a better financial choice over the Toyota Highlander, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a little narrower than the Toyota Highlander, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Mitsubishi Outlander, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mitsubishi Outlander has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander.

Powertrain
The Mitsubishi Outlander has much lower torque than the Toyota Highlander, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Mitsubishi Outlander has less seating than the Toyota Highlander, making the Toyota Highlander the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mitsubishi Outlander has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander.