2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Review

The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport packs a lot of features into a small and somewhat practical crossover body. It can make for a good value proposition, and Mitsubishi provides a pretty solid warranty, too. But this all assumes refinement, build quality and drivability don't feature too high on your list of must-haves.

It's fairly noisy, and even with the bigger of the two engines, it's not the least bit quick off the line or at highway speeds. The ride can get downright uncomfortable on rough roads, and it's not terribly versatile when it comes to hauling cargo. In other words, any prospective Outlander Sport buyer will need to value feature content and a decent warranty above all else.

If Mitsubishi could give it a better engine and suspension tuning, it might give a few brands a run for their money. But in one of the most hotly contested segments, the dated Outlander Sport comes up short. You'll be happier with other crossover SUVs such as the Honda HR-V, the Hyundai Kona or the Mazda CX-3.

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of a Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEL (2.4L inline-4 | CVT automatic | AWD).

NOTE: Since this test was conducted in 2017, the current Outlander Sport has received only minor revisions, including an updated infotainment system and the replacement of the SEL trim level with the GT trim. Our findings remain applicable to this year's model.