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Mitsubishi · model year 2026
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD
SUV · 4-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 141 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #141 of 289 - 114 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #114 of 479 - 197 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #197 of 521 - 07 Mitsubishi cars
Every model year, newest first #7 of 1,149 - 821 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #821 of 1,172 - 249 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #249 of 1,362 - 422 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #422 of 2,158
Against hybrid cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD is a small sport utility vehicle with four-wheel drive and a gasoline hybrid system. Its 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder works through an automatic AV-S8 transmission. EPA ratings are 27 MPG combined, 26 city and 30 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500.
Good to know
- Four-wheel drive in a small SUV body
- Gasoline hybrid powertrain
- 27 MPG combined EPA rating
- 30 MPG highway EPA rating
- Automatic AV-S8 transmission
Watch for
- EPA annual fuel cost is $2,500
- 26 MPG city rating
- 329 grams of CO2 per mile
- Gasoline is the listed fuel
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small SUV with four-wheel drive Mixed city and highway driving Buyers who prefer gasoline refueling
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD is a straightforward choice for drivers who need four-wheel drive in a small SUV and want hybrid assistance without leaving gasoline behind. Expect 27 MPG in mixed driving, 26 MPG around town and 30 MPG on the highway. The EPA’s $2,500 yearly fuel estimate makes its budget easy to frame. Consider another model if your priority is a substantially lower fuel bill or a smaller vehicle footprint.
What it is
This 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander is a small SUV in the EPA’s Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD class. It uses four-wheel drive and a gasoline hybrid powertrain.
The engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. An automatic AV-S8 transmission sends power through the drivetrain. Its defining EPA figure is 27 MPG combined.
The numbers
The Outlander returns 26 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. The combined rating is 27 MPG, blending those conditions into one everyday reference figure.
Its tailpipe output is listed at 329 grams of CO2 per mile.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates annual gasoline spending at $2,500. Your actual bill will change with fuel prices and how much you drive, but this figure gives the Outlander’s running-cost baseline.
How it compares
When you compare small four-wheel-drive SUVs, use the Outlander’s 27 combined MPG as the starting point, then check its 26 city and 30 highway figures against the alternatives. You can line it up with other fuel-efficient SUVs or browse Mitsubishi cars.
Who it suits
This Outlander suits a buyer who wants SUV body style and four-wheel drive while keeping a gasoline hybrid powertrain. Its city and highway ratings also help if your driving mixes both settings.
Trade-offs
Four-wheel drive and SUV shape come with a 27 MPG combined rating. City use is rated at 26 MPG, while highway driving reaches 30 MPG.
The vehicle runs on gasoline, and its EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,500.
Verdict
Choose the 2026 Outlander 4WD if four-wheel drive and a small-SUV layout matter more than minimizing fuel use. The hybrid system delivers a clear 27 MPG combined target, with a modest spread between city and highway driving. Its gasoline setup keeps refueling familiar, while the $2,500 annual estimate sets expectations for ownership costs.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 27 MPG
- City MPG
- 26 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,500
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 329 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander 4WD’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 27 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
It is rated at 26 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,500.
Is the Outlander 4WD a hybrid?
Yes. It uses a gasoline hybrid powertrain.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an automatic AV-S8 transmission.
What drivetrain does this Outlander have?
The model uses four-wheel drive and is classified as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
How much CO2 does it emit?
Its listed tailpipe output is 329 grams of CO2 per mile.
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