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2022 Mitsubishi

Outlander PHEV

Auto (A1), 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Mitsubishi Outlander: best and worst years
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Closest available photo (2021 model year); you're viewing the 2022.

2021 photoTTTNISCC0Wikimedia 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
60EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
26 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
165 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
9/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
320 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
80 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
68.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 42.2 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

Recalls
7
Owner complaints
206
Reported injuries
9

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • STRUCTURE25%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER12%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE8%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 298 total.

Mitsubishi Outlander: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

196 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 8, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: WARNINGTSB-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.

  • May 1, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYWB2026-008

    This Warranty Bulletin sent to dealers, related to TSB-26-42A-002, details the warranty claim submission process and coverage application.

  • May 1, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYFAQS HOOD FLUTTERING

    This dealer letter contains FAQS for dealers regarding the hood fluttering warranty extension for 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles.

  • May 1, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYDEALER LETTER 260501

    This dealer letter informs dealers that MMNA is offering an extended warranty on 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles related to hood flutter.

  • May 1, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYCUSTOMER POSTCARD 260501

    This customer postcard sent to owners provides details about a settlement that has been reached in a class action lawsuit regarding the hoods in certain 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles.

  • Apr 30, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYTSB-26-42A-002

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides guidance regarding hood flutter due to a non-reinforced hood and replacement under an extended warranty.

  • 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.

  • Mar 30, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB-25-54-002

    This revised Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to confirm that the SDA2 Audio Unit touch screen is unresponsive, and if confirmed, to replace the SDA2 Audio Unit.

  • and 188 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.