2026 Mitsubishi Outlander mpg
Combined mpg, ES FWD
28mpg
- 26 city, 31 highway.
- Top 18% of 139 SUVs (2026).
- 23 trims: 27 to 28 mpg.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Power 17 cents per kWh. Plug-in trims: 50% electric miles.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City mpg | Hwy mpg | Combined | Tank, gal | Miles per tank | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| ES AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| LE FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| LE AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| SE FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| SE AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| SEL FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| RALLIART AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| Trail Edition AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| SEL AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| Black Edition FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| Black Edition AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | 12.0 to 14.5 | N/A | $1,371 |
| Plug-in Hybrid LE | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid RALLIART | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid Trail Edition | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid ES | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid SE | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid SEL | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid Black Edition | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| PHEV Black Edition AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| PHEV ES AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| PHEV SE AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
| PHEV SEL AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 27 | 27 | 27 | 14.5 | 392 | $1,180 |
Plug-in trims: 50% electric miles.
Fuel cost
ES FWD, 28 mpg combined.
- Per year
- $1,371
- Per month
- $114
- Per mile
- 11.4 cents
- Top trim: Plug-in Hybrid Black Edition. $1,180 a year. $191 less than the ES FWD.
Plug-in hybrid trims
| Trim | Electric range, mi | MPGe | kWh per 100 mi | Gas mpg | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV Black Edition AWD | 38 | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| PHEV ES AWD | 38 | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| PHEV SE AWD | 38 | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| PHEV SEL AWD | 38 | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid LE | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid RALLIART | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid Trail Edition | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid ES | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid SE | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid SEL | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
| Plug-in Hybrid Black Edition | N/A | 73 | 46.0 | 27 | $1,180 |
Cost a year: 50% electric miles, the rest on gas.
Charging specs
| Version | Plug | Onboard AC, kW | DC peak, kW | 10-80%, min | Level 2, hours | Battery, kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | J1772 | 3.6 | 25 | N/A | 5.5 | 13.8 |
Charging specs: maker data, one source.
Trip cost
| Trip | Gallons | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100 miles | 3.2 | $10.32 |
| 300 miles | 9.7 | $30.97 |
| 500 miles | 16.1 | $51.61 |
| 1,000 miles | 32.3 | $103 |
Commute cost
- Per month
- $99
- Per year
- $1,189
- Miles a month
- 867
ES FWD. 20 miles each way, 5 days a week.
Is 28 mpg good? Yes. Beats 73% of 2026 cars.
MPG by year
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | MPG or range | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander | ES FWD | 28 mpg | |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | AWD | 29 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 2.5 S AWD | 26 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Nissan LEAF | S PLUS FWD | 303 mi range | Compare |
| 2026 Mazda CX-50 | 2.5 S Select AWD | 26 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 GMC Terrain | Elevation FWD | 27 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | 28 mpg |
What this cannot tell you
EPA ratings. Your own mpg will differ.
Gas prices change by state and by week.
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