2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sportage Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,590 to $37,590
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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander Sport

MSRP*: $23,695 to $28,495
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MPG - City 38 - 42 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 38 - 44 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.1 ft3 49.5 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 148-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 148 - 168 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 183.5 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 71.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.6 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Convenience
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Sportage Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sportage Hybrid is much wider than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Handling
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage Hybrid greatly out-muscles the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Powertrain
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.