Competing in the popular compact SUV market, the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, with seating for five, offers an affordable option that is also fuel-efficient.
It comes in four trim levels: the ES, SE, SEL and GT. The Outlander Sport has two four-cylinder engines from which to choose. Standard is a 2.0-liter that makes 148 horsepower and is linked to a five-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic. That is found in the ES model. The SE and higher trim levels have a 2.4-liter that makes 168 horsepower and is linked to the CVT.
Front wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel optional.
Gas mileage is rated by the EPA at 24 mpg city, 30 highway for the manual model, and 23 and 29 for the CVT.
Exterior styling for the Outlander Sport has a boldly designed front end with a vertical grille and air dam flanked by blacked out headlights that give it a little bit of an aggressive look.
Two-tone 18-inch alloy wheels and LED tail lights are standard. Options include rear spoiler, front fog lights and a panoramic moon roof.
The interior of the Outlander Sport is roomier than you might think at first glance. The cloth interior is standard, with leather-trimmed seating optional. There is a 60/40 split-folding rear seat. Cargo capacity is 45.5 cubic feet when the rear seat is folded down.
There is a standard multimedia system on the center stack that includes a color display, Bluetooth connectivity for phone and audio and a USB Port.
Standard features include remote keyless entry, automatic climate control and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Optional features include a 6.1-inch touchscreen, a DVD player, an integrated navigation system with voice recognition, and a Rockford Fosgate premium audio system.
The Outlander Sport was awarded a 4- out of 5-star overall crash test safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Standard safety features include an advance seven airbag system, antilock brakes, electronic stability system, hill start assist and a tire-pressure monitoring system. Optional features include a backup camera and rain-sensing wipers.
The Outlander Sport starts at around $21,000 and ranges to around $28,000.
With good gas mileage, appealing styling and a fairly roomy interior, it is ready to compete in the compact SUV market.
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