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| Engine | 2.0L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gas and Electricity |
| City / Hwy MPG | 25 / 26 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,700 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 174 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | PHEV |
| Base Price | $35,011–$44,313 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 7.1/10, the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV earns a Good rating among the phevs we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.2/10, while Performance at 6.4/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional phev — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate reliability at 6.7/10 — below the segment average in our scoring. Budget for potentially higher maintenance costs and check the recall record below before buying. On safety it earns 8.2/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.4/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. Technology comes in at 7.2/10 — functional and modern, with wireless connectivity and core ADAS features, though some competitors pack more standard tech at this price point.
Priced from $35,011–$44,313, 69 MPG, seating 5, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV sits in the mid-market bracket of the phev segment. Value lands at 7.3/10 — you get what you pay for, no more and no less, with a few rivals offering slightly better per-dollar returns. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, but it needs the right buyer. Its reliability and performance scores trail the class, and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV ranks #26 of 40 phevs in the Carivo database — better than 38% of the segment. Its 7.1/10 overall score is 0.4 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $35,011 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $43,041 by about 19%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full PHEV ranking →
Across the Outlander PHEV model years we've scored, the 2019 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.5/10 | $42,425 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.5/10 | $42,425 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.3/10 | $41,190 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.3/10 | $39,954 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.2/10 | $38,718 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.3/10 | $37,482 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.1/10 | $36,247 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.1/10 | $35,011 | |
| 2018 | 7.1/10 | $33,775 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Seat belts / rear/other / Buckle assembly 13/07/2020 · 20V403000 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down.… |
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| Seat belts / Rear/other 18/05/2020 · 20V280000 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly. |
| Structure / Body / Hatchback/liftgate / Support device/strut 07/08/2025 · 25V507000 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,… |
| Structure / Body / Hatchback/liftgate / Support device/strut 20/04/2026 · 26V252000 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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