2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander Sport

MSRP*: $23,695 to $28,495
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2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City 23 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 49.5 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 148-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 148 - 168 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 171.9 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 71.3 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid than in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is much slimmer than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.