2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $39,855 to $56,260
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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 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 248-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 248 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 84.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Ford Explorer offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). Whether you pick the Ford Explorer or the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Explorer and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.