2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander PHEV

MSRP*: $40,345 to $50,345
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2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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MPG - City Info not available 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 64.3 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 248-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 248 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.4 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 84.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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). Whether you pick the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV or the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is much wider than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has less seating than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.