Review and specifications

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid

The seven-passenger Outlander is based on the Nissan Rogue, although the tiny third-row seat is exclusive to the Mitsubishi. The plug-in hybrid version is much quicker and quieter then the regular Outlander, and provides 38 miles of electric driving before it transitions to regular hybrid operation and yields a total of 400-plus miles. It takes 6.5 hours to charge the 20 kWh battery and that as a hybrid, once the battery level is low, the car gets 25 mpg overall in our tests. This PHEV feels very much like an EV when driven in electric mode, likely due to the fact that it does not have a conventional transmission but a direct drive like an EV. Otherwise, it's similar to the regular Outlander with an overly stiff ride and overly light steering. Controls are easy to use, including the Nissan-sourced infotainment system. AEB with pedestrian detection, AEB highway, BSW, and RCTW are standard and the adaptive cruise control (Nissan's ProPilot system) works well. For 2025, heated front seats are standard on all trims. SEL trims get a standard heated steering wheel and panoramic roof. For 2026, the Outlander PHEV was refreshed and received a larger 22.7 kWh battery which Mitsubishi claims increases all-electric range to 45 miles. Mitsubishi also claims the refreshed model puts out 297 horsepower vs. the previous model's 248. Other changes include revised front and rear styling and retuned steering and suspension.

Market value

$43,245

Fuel

Plug-in hybrid

Transmission

Automatic

Seats

7