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Welcome to the new Mitsubishi Outlander Vs Honda CRV comparison. Both cars have been around for a little while and we still regard the CRV as class benchmark since we bought one. Yes there are better SUVs but not overall. The one thing Honda lacks though in the SUV class is what the Outlander PHEV represents! Hence the focus of this comparison is on the PHEV version.
Honda CRV Vs Mitsubishi Outlander exterior: The Outlander is unfortunately the least attractive SUV on sale at the moment. We don’t think many will warm to its unique interpretation of style. As always ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’ so whatever floats your boat. Note that it’s the same style as that used by Ranger Rover but not quite as good. In contrast the CRV uses all the latest styling themes that makes it a conservative yet modern to look at, it also happens to win this part of the comparison.
Honda CRV Vs Mitsubishi Outlander interior: The interior of the Outlander is good and quite spacious. The quality of materials is what you’d expect in a modern car or SUV costing this much. Our biggest problem is that it doesn’t improve on anything and is a rehash of what’s come before. The latest CRV is a evolution of the last model and it has a different feel compared to the other smallish SUVs currently on sale. However we think the better screens in the Outlander makes it literally drab interior look nicer where as the CRV looks are cheapen by cheaper plastics and lower resolution screen where there should be better materials. The larger Outlander has more space while the CRV although smaller doesn’t feel it.
Honda CRV Vs Mitsubishi Outlander engine and technology: Both cars are essentially line ball for the entire range even to having good diesel engines however the Mitsubishi takes the lead by offering the PHEV Outlander which is a first for the entire class so wins this part of the comparison. The price of the Outlander PHEV though is higher but so are it’s equipment levels but doesn’t quite match the other hybrids like the Toyota Prius which while more high tech eg. solar panels and HUD interesting does not have a similar SUV. A win to the Outlander in this part!
Honda CRV Vs Mitsubishi Outlander on road: N/A
In the end, most of the Outlander and CRV model ranges are quite competitive but the Honda overall looks better inside and out which seals the deal for us. The Outlander PHEV is currently unique and should be seriously considered if you want the latest fuel saving tech but can you live with a car that looks like that in the driveway?
| Honda CRV | Mitsubishi Outlander |
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| Engines | |
| IL4 Cylinder – Petrol – (R20A5) DOHC 16 Valve VVT 2.4 Litre (2354cc) Claimed 140Kw @ 7000RPM Claimed 222Nm @ 4400RPM |
4B11 + PHEV IL4 Petrol + Electric motors 2.0 Litre (1995cc) Unleaded Claimed 87Kw @ 4500RPM Claimed 186Nm @ 4500RPM Electric motors x2 120Kw & 332Nm |
| IL4 Cylinder – Petrol – (K2579) DOHC 16 Valve VVT 2.0 Litre (1997cc) Claimed 114Kw @ 6500RPM Claimed 190Nm @ 4300RPM |
20 series engine IL4 Petrol (91 Octane) 2.0 Litre (1995cc) DOHC Engine EFI Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 190Nm @ 4200RPM |
| IL4 Cylinder – Diesel – (D4HA) Turbo-charged – Intercooler Direct Injection – Common Rail 2 Litre (1995cc) Claimed 135Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 392Nm @ 1800-2500RPM |
24 series engine IL Petrol (91 Octane) DOHC Engine EFI 2.4 Litre (2395cc) Claimed 124Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 220Nm @ 4200RPM |
| 22 series engine IL4 Diesel 2.2 Litre (2195cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 3500RPM Claimed 360Nm @ 2750RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1460 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1395Kg Towing capacity up to 1600kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 58 litres IL4 2.0 Petrol 7.8 litres per 100km IL4 2.4 Petrol 8.7 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Diesel 7.5 litres per 100km |
Up to 45 or 60 litres IL4 2.0 Petrol 6.6 Lts per 100km AVG (CVT) IL4 2.4 Petrol 7.5 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 2.2 Diesel 5.8 Lts per 100km AVG PHEV 1.9 Lts per 100km AVG |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or 5 speed Auto Overall height/width 1685/1820 Overall length/wheelbase 4545/2620 ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 225-60-18 |
5 speed manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1680/1800 Overall length/wheelbase 4655/2670 4WD system: 2WD or On Demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: xxx |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Min ground clearance xxx mm Water Fording depth xxx mm |
| Performance | |
| Pricing | |
| 2014 $26,490 – 45,340 AUD November 2012 $27,490 – 42,290 AUD |
2014 $28,990 – 52,490 AUD 2013 $28,990 – 45,490 AUD |