2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. 2025 Subaru Forester Review

Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander Sport

MSRP*: $23,695 to $28,495
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2025 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $29,810 to $39,995
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MPG - City 23 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 49.5 ft3 69.1 - 74.4 ft3
Engine
  • 148-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 148 - 168 hp 180 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 - 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 171.9 in 182.7 - 183.3 in
Exterior Width 71.3 in 72.0 - 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Forester than in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Forester will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Convenience
The Subaru Forester requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 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 Sport is a better financial choice over the Subaru Forester, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is about the same width as the Subaru Forester. If you go with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Forester.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has the same turning radius as the Subaru Forester, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Forester.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru Forester.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Subaru Forester. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Forester.