2022 Mitsubishi Outlander towing capacity
Max tow rating
2,000lb
- ES 2WD, 2.5L 4cyl.
- Base trim: 2,000 lb.
- Rank 108 of 143 SUVs (2022).
Trailer check
Yes. 1,600 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 2,000 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 1,600 lb
- Margin
- 400 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- I, up to 2,000 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 45% of 3,593 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 16-22 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 2,000 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 1,600 lb
- Hitch class at max
- I, up to 2,000 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Some, up to 1,600 lb |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 1,600 lb |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 1,600 lb |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | No |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 2,000 lb: ES 2WD, $26,995.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 2WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 2WD | 2,000 lb | 3,593 lb | $26,995 |
| ES S-AWC 4WD | 2.5L | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $28,795 |
| SE Launch Edition FWD | 2.5L | FWD | 2,000 lb | 3,637 lb | $29,995 |
| SE 2WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 2WD | 2,000 lb | 3,637 lb | $30,045 |
| Black Edition FWD | 2.5L | FWD | 2,000 lb | 3,593 lb | $30,895 |
| SE Launch Edition 4WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $31,795 |
| SE S-AWC 4WD | 2.5L | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $31,845 |
| Black Edition 4WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $32,695 |
| SEL FWD | 2.5L | FWD | 2,000 lb | 3,681 lb | $32,845 |
| SEL Special Edition FWD | 2.5L | FWD | 2,000 lb | 3,637 lb | $33,145 |
| SEL 4WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $34,645 |
| SEL Special Edition 4WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $34,945 |
| SEL Launch Edition 4WD | 2.5L 4cyl | 4WD | 2,000 lb | 3,594 lb to 4,178 lb | $35,345 |
| PHEV SEL 4WD | 2.4L 4cyl | 4WD | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $36,995 |
| Plug-in Hybrid SEL S-AWC | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $36,995 |
| PHEV LE 4WD | 2.4L 4cyl | 4WD | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $38,695 |
| Plug-in Hybrid LE S-AWC | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $38,695 |
| PHEV GT 4WD | 2.4L 4cyl | 4WD | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $42,695 |
| Plug-in Hybrid GT S-AWC | 2.4L 4cyl | N/A | 1,500 lb | 4,224 lb | $42,695 |
Max rating by year
- Changed in 2022: 3,500 lb to 2,000 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 3,500 lb | SEL AWD | $34,765 |
| Hyundai Santa Fe | 3,500 lb | Limited FWD | $39,410 |
| Toyota RAV4 | 3,500 lb | Adventure AWD | $33,230 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander (this car) | 2,000 lb | ES 2WD | $26,995 |
| Jeep Compass | 2,000 lb | Sport 4WD | $28,785 |
| Honda CR-V | 1,500 lb | LX 2WD | $26,800 |
| Nissan Rogue | 1,500 lb | FWD S | $27,150 |
Lists by trailer weight
Other models rated for these weights.
- What can tow 1,500 lb? 173 models (2026)
- What can tow 2,000 lb? 155 models (2026)
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree