Pros

• Given the price, the furnishings were fine.
• Excellent covering for guarantees.

Cons

• The roads could be smoother, so the ride could be better.
• A lot of the things used inside look and feel cheap.
• It takes a long time for the signal to respond.
• The drone is very loud when it speeds up, especially when the engine is 2.0-liter.

How does one drive an Outlander Sport? The word “sport” in Outlander Sport is not correct. The engine needs more power, the suspension and handling aren’t set, and the continuously variable automatic transmission doesn’t work well. It’s sad to drive that car. We saw a huge nosedive and wiggles from side to side while we were stopping hard. Neither of these things made us feel good. The Outlander Sport’s on-center steering doesn’t feel very good, so it needs to be adjusted all the time, and the SUV needs to respond to inputs. When going around rough corners, the Outlander Sport jerks because its springs are too stiff.

How does it feel to ride in the Outlander Sport? It’s less comfortable to ride in or have soft suspension on the Outlander Sport than other cars in its class. In a car this old, there’s no reason for this to happen. It’s fine for short trips, but you should look into other choices for longer ones.

There are rough spots over bumps and smoother undulations, which makes the ride especially bad. The inside of our test car was noisy because of the loud fans that controlled the temperature, the road and traffic noise, and the stiff leather seats.

How is the state of the inside? Those of you who are the right size will like how the Outlander Sport fits your body. The buttons and gauges on this SUV are easy to read, and the dashboard is also very clear. The front seats are easy to get to because the doors open wide. It will take some work to get people back into their places. Overall, there is less space inside than in some competitors. The back seats have less headroom, and the whole car feels smaller.

You have to sit up at the table because the driver’s seat position is hard to change. This makes the need for more space. There is also a small window in the back and big roof beams that block your view out the back.

What’s wrong with the tech? If you want to find a way to connect or use smart technology, there are better places than this one. The Outlander Sport gives you a simple link. One good thing about the simple entertainment system is that it is very simple to use. Even though the base model doesn’t come with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, it’s easy to set up the usual Bluetooth connectivity.

What’s going on with storage? The Outlander Sport is good enough for hauling goods but not good enough for anything else. The back bench seat can be split in half, 60/40, and can be folded without taking out the headrests or moving the seats forward. However, it is hard to do this from the trunk because the release device is in the way. When folded, the cargo floor is big and flat, and the tall roof makes it easier to load.

The Outlander Sport has about medium space for small items. The large door pockets can hold a medium-sized water bottle, and the space under the center stack is big enough to hold a phone. There is a storage space and two cupholders in the middle bench. The two seats on the edges of the back can fit car seats because the lower hooks are easy to reach from the seats, but the top hooks can only be reached from the cargo area.

How much fuel does it use? The Outlander Sport SEL that we tried gets 25 mpg on the highway and in the city, according to the EPA. Over three fill-ups, we got an average of 22.7 mpg in the city, on the highway, and mountain roads. Even though this kind of thing didn’t seem likely, it usually happens when a car doesn’t have enough power.

Is the Outlander Sport priced fairly? For people who care most about price, the Outlander Sport is a small SUV that meets their wants. We could suggest other types, but they are all more expensive. By a few thousand dollars, our test vehicle did much worse than close competitors. You might be ready to pay more, though, if you want better performance, more ways to connect, and driver assistance—things that the Outlander Sport doesn’t offer.

The Outlander Sport has an old-fashioned look, but it looks like it was well-built even though the materials could be better. One of Mitsubishi’s benefits is that it has a very strong warranty and a roadside help package that is similar to that of high-end cars. This peace of mind definitely makes the Outlander Sport more valuable.

The Outlander Sport is a flexible car that really shines when it comes to getting around. Any fun or enjoyment will come from the driver’s overactive fantasy. You can easily get into the Outlander Sport, which makes it a good choice for people who value price over everything else, even enjoying the ride. Even though it’s not the most attractive car on the road, you can count on it because it comes with a warranty and roadside help.

All-wheel drive comes standard on all Outlander Sports, so the only real engine choice is to go up to the top-of-the-line SEL model. We believe it is not worthwhile. Our top pick for the best deal is the mid-level LE model, which has heated seats, smartphone integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a bigger 8-inch touchscreen screen.

Different kinds of Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

There are six trim options for the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. They are S, ES, LE, Trail Edition, SE, and SEL. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 148 horsepower and 145 pounds of torque powers all cars except the SEL. It has 168 horsepower and 167 pound-feet of torque. The SEL has a more powerful 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) is built into both engines, and all types come with all-wheel drive as standard.