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2023 Mitsubishi

Outlander PHEV

Auto (A1), 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Mitsubishi Outlander: best and worst years
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2025 model year); you're viewing the 2023.

2025 photoKevautoCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio
3.43
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Motor kW
85EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,400EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
115 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
420 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
65 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
6.5EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
50.7 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 24.7 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
185 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
67 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
105 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,594 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
39
Reported injuries
3

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17%
  • ENGINE12%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER10%
  • SERVICE BRAKES8%
  • STEERING8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 60 total.

Mitsubishi Outlander: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

128 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 8, 2026FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROLTSB-26-54-002

    This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers addresses why the Mi-Pilot Assist/Adaptive Cruise stops working and provides guidance to collect and report diagnostic trouble codes.

  • Apr 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB-26-54-001

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides the re-start and cold start procedures for the A-IVI (Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment) to avoid unnecessary unit replacements.

  • Feb 12, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECH TALK 290

    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

  • Feb 4, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTIN-26-00-002

    This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform scheduled system maintenance to the MUT3-SE software on the specific dates and times listed.

  • Jan 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTIN-26-00-001

    This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform scheduled system maintenance to the MUT3-SE software on the specific dates and times listed.

  • Dec 22, 2025SERVICE BRAKESTSB-24-35-001

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides remedies to take when noise from the brake caliper is heard during braking or cornering.

  • Dec 16, 2025ENGINETIN-25-11-002

    This Technical Information Notice informs dealers to check for assembly lubricant seepage between the engine and transmission, and if found, to clean off the residual lubricant.

  • Nov 21, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYTIN-25-51-001

    This Technical Information Notice instructs dealers how to properly install the front bumper cover to prevent detachment.

  • and 120 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.