2024 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander

2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander

MSRP*: $28,395 to $40,845
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2024 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $37,995 to $52,890
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MPG - City 24 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG 24 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 64.3 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 181-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-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 269 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 185.4 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 74.7 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 38.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas, with comparable head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Atlas will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Atlas 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 Volkswagen Atlas, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Outlander is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas 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 Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Utility
The Mitsubishi Outlander offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Mitsubishi Outlander has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.