2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-07-31
    Quick Answer

    The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the brand's value entry point into the compact SUV segment, a five-passenger, two-row crossover built on an older platform than the redesigned 2022+ Outlander. Power comes from a 2.0L four-cylinder (~148 hp) on base trims or a 2.4L four-cylinder (~168 hp) on upper trims, paired with a CVT and front-wheel drive or available All-Wheel Control. Mitsubishi's 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper plus 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty applies, anchoring an aggressive value proposition for budget-conscious shoppers. Swope Mitsubishi has 2 S, 1 LE, 1 SE, 1 Ralliart and 1 SEL available right now.

    Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Gallery6 photos

    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport S
    S
    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport S in Labrador Black Pearl
    SLabrador Black Pearl
    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport LE in Red Diamond
    LERed Diamond
    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE in Sunshine Orange Metallic
    SESunshine Orange Metallic
    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Ralliart in White Diamond
    RalliartWhite Diamond
    2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEL in Alloy Silver Metallic
    SELAlloy Silver Metallic

    Highlights of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

    7 highlights
    • Mitsubishi's value entry point, typically among the lowest base prices in the compact SUV segment
    • Five-passenger two-row layout on a separate, older platform from the 2022-redesigned Outlander
    • 2.0L four-cylinder (~148 hp) standard, 2.4L four-cylinder (~168 hp) available on upper trims
    • All-Wheel Control (AWC) available, capable in Kentucky winter conditions
    • 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty
    • Continuously variable transmission delivers smooth power and competitive fuel economy
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support across the lineup

    Trim-Level Comparison and Availability at Swope Mitsubishi

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Mitsubishi Outlander Sport for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim5 trims · 6 in stockS2 in stockLE1 in stockSE1 in stockRalliart1 in stockSEL1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$27,276$30,689$31,498$31,587$31,974
    Top price$27,399$30,689$31,498$31,587$31,974
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasoline
    Engine4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 2.4L
    MPG (city / hwy)23 / 2923 / 2923 / 2923 / 2923 / 29
    Standard equipment · Safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
    Lane keep assist
    Standard equipment · Technology & infotainment
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Standard equipment · Comfort & convenience
    Heated front seats
    Memory driver seat & mirrors
    Standard equipment · Interior & exterior
    Front fog lamps
    Leather seating————
    LED headlights & daytime running lights
    Roof rails————

    Inside the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

    Where the Outlander Sport fits in Mitsubishi's lineup

    The Outlander Sport is a different vehicle from the regular Outlander, despite the shared nameplate. It rides on an older, smaller platform that predates the 2022 Outlander redesign, seats five rather than seven, and uses simpler All-Wheel Control rather than the more sophisticated Super All-Wheel Control found on the larger Outlander and Outlander PHEV. That older platform is what keeps pricing aggressive, the Outlander Sport routinely shows up among the lowest-base-price entries in the compact SUV class. Shoppers cross-shopping the Kona, Crosstrek, Trax, and Trailblazer should view the Outlander Sport as a value alternative whose strongest argument is the warranty paired with Mitsubishi's discount-driven pricing.

    Powertrain choices, fuel economy, and how it drives

    Base ES trims pair a 2.0L naturally aspirated four-cylinder (about 148 horsepower) with a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. Stepping up to SE, SEL, or Ralliart Edition trims brings a 2.4L naturally aspirated four-cylinder (about 168 horsepower) and the option of All-Wheel Control. Fuel economy lands in the mid-20s combined depending on engine and drivetrain choice. The CVT prioritizes smoothness and efficiency over outright sportiness, and the suspension tuning is on the comfortable side rather than the firm side. AWC adds genuine wet-pavement and light-snow capability without the price premium of more elaborate AWD systems.

    Warranty, value pitch, and the honest trade-off

    The Outlander Sport carries the same 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty that anchors every Mitsubishi sold in the U.S., coverage measurably longer than what most rivals offer in the compact SUV segment. Pair that with Mitsubishi's pricing strategy and you get a long-warranty, low-payment combination that is genuinely hard to beat for buyers prioritizing total cost of ownership. The honest trade-off is refinement: the older platform shows in NVH levels, interior materials, and infotainment polish compared with the newer, more expensive Outlander or top-of-segment competitors. Shoppers who value those refinements should look at the larger Outlander; shoppers who value warranty and low monthly payments should give the Sport serious consideration.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Aggressive base pricing, among the lowest in the compact SUV class
    • 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty
    • All-Wheel Control available, useful for Kentucky winters
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the lineup
    • Two engine choices, 2.0L for value, 2.4L for more pep
    • CVT delivers smooth, predictable power delivery
    • Compact footprint is easy to park and maneuver in town
    Cons
    • Older platform shows its age in NVH and interior materials
    • Power and acceleration trail newer turbocharged competitors
    • Fuel economy is competitive but not class-leading
    • Five-passenger only, no third-row option, unlike the larger Outlander
    • Mitsubishi's U.S. dealer footprint is smaller than Toyota or Hyundai

    Who is the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport best for?

    First-time SUV buyers prioritizing payment

    The Outlander Sport is Mitsubishi's value entry into the compact SUV segment, typically among the lowest base prices in its class. Pair that with the 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty and you get a long-warranty, low-payment combination that is hard to match. Swope Mitsubishi has 4 new 2026 Outlander Sports in stock now.

    Snow-belt drivers wanting affordable AWD

    All-Wheel Control is available on most Outlander Sport trims, capable wet-pavement and light-snow traction without the price premium of more elaborate AWD systems. For Hardin County winters and gravel roads heading toward Bardstown or Vine Grove, AWC is genuinely useful, and you do not have to step into a pricier vehicle to get it.

    Warranty shoppers comparing total cost of ownership

    Mitsubishi's 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper plus 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain coverage is measurably longer than what Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, or Subaru offer in this segment. If you tend to keep cars 6 to 10 years, that warranty length matters at trade-in time and on the major-component-failure risk curve.

    Cross-shoppers comparing the Sport vs the larger Outlander

    The Outlander Sport is a different vehicle from the regular Outlander despite the shared name, five seats instead of seven, an older platform, simpler AWC instead of S-AWC, and a much lower entry price. If you want third-row seats and the newer 2022-redesigned platform, look at the regular Outlander. If you want the lowest payment and the long warranty, the Sport is the right call.

    Why this matters around Radcliff

    Swope Mitsubishi of Radcliff stocks the 2026 Outlander Sport and serves value-minded SUV shoppers across Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Vine Grove, Bardstown, and the south Louisville metro. Stop by for a back-to-back drive against the larger Outlander so you can decide whether the Sport's lower price or the Outlander's three rows is the better fit for your household.

    New 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Inventory at Swope MitsubishiLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Mitsubishi in Radcliff, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock6vehicles
    Price range$27,276 – $31,974
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJul 31, 2026 · 1:01 PM
    Showing 6 of 6 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax AccidentCarfax 1-OwnerDoorsOptions
    JA4ARUAU9TU012741M268811902026MitsubishiOutlander SportSSport Utility$27,276VDP6Labrador Black PearlBLACK4 Cyl, 2.0LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera
    JA4ARUAU2TU016064M268812102026MitsubishiOutlander SportSSport Utility$27,399VDP4——4 Cyl, 2.0LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera
    JA4ARUAU5TU025471M268813102026MitsubishiOutlander SportLESport Utility$30,689VDP4Red Diamond—4 Cyl, 2.0LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera
    JA4ARUAU6TU011806M268812002026MitsubishiOutlander SportSESport Utility$31,498VDP4Sunshine Orange MetallicBLACK4 Cyl, 2.0LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera
    JA4ARUAU3TU004618M268810702026MitsubishiOutlander SportRalliartSport Utility$31,587VDP3White Diamond—4 Cyl, 2.0LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera
    JA4ARVAW7TU024703M268813202026MitsubishiOutlander SportSELSport Utility$31,974VDP4Alloy Silver MetallicBlack4 Cyl, 2.4LAWDCVTGasolineNewNo2329NoNo4
    53 features
    Android Auto & Apple CarPlay smart device mirroringForward Collision Mitigation (FCM)Pedestrian impact preventionRear mounted camera

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

    The Outlander Sport is a smaller, two-row, five-passenger compact SUV built on an older platform that predates the 2022 Outlander redesign. The regular Outlander is larger, seats up to seven across three rows, uses Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC), and is a more expensive, more refined vehicle.
    Base ES trims use a 2.0L naturally aspirated four-cylinder making about 148 horsepower. SE, SEL, and Ralliart Edition trims step up to a 2.4L naturally aspirated four-cylinder making about 168 horsepower. Both engines pair with a continuously variable transmission.
    Yes. All-Wheel Control (AWC) is available on most trims. Note that AWC is the simpler all-wheel-drive system Mitsubishi uses on the Outlander Sport, it is not the more sophisticated Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) found on the larger Outlander and Outlander PHEV.
    Five passengers across two rows. Unlike the larger Outlander, there is no three-row option.
    Mitsubishi provides a 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, coverage measurably longer than what most competitors offer in this segment.
    Yes, smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is supported across the lineup, so you can use your phone's navigation, music, and messaging through the vehicle's display.
    Fuel economy lands in the mid-20s combined depending on engine and drivetrain choice. The 2.0L FWD configuration is the most efficient; the 2.4L AWC configuration is the least. Numbers are competitive but not class-leading.
    No. The Outlander Sport rides on an older platform that predates the 2022 Outlander redesign. That older platform helps Mitsubishi keep pricing aggressive, but it also explains the differences in NVH levels, interior materials, and infotainment polish compared with the newer Outlander.
    The Outlander Sport typically undercuts the Kona and Crosstrek on base price and beats both on warranty length. The Kona and Crosstrek are newer designs with more refined interiors, more current infotainment, and better NVH. The Sport's pitch is value: low payment, long warranty.
    Towing capacity is modest, Mitsubishi does not market the Outlander Sport as a tow vehicle. For meaningful towing, look at the larger three-row Outlander, which is rated up to 2,000 lb FWD or 3,500 lb with S-AWC.
    We currently have approximately 4 new 2026 Outlander Sports in stock at Swope Mitsubishi of Radcliff, with additional 2025 inventory also on the lot. Inventory rotates regularly, call ahead or check the live inventory page to confirm trims and colors before you visit.
    The Outlander Sport is one of the most affordable compact SUVs on our lot. Pricing varies by trim, ES, SE, SEL, and the Ralliart Edition each carry different MSRPs and option packages. Call our sales team or check the inventory listing for live pricing and ask about current Mitsubishi incentives.
    We are Swope Mitsubishi of Radcliff, just outside Elizabethtown in Hardin County, Kentucky. We regularly serve compact-SUV shoppers from Radcliff, Elizabethtown, Vine Grove, Bardstown, Hodgenville, and the south Louisville metro.
    Either works. You can request a test drive through our website on the vehicle detail page, or call our sales team directly to coordinate a time. We are happy to set up a back-to-back drive of the Outlander Sport and the larger Outlander so you can compare the two.
    Yes. Our service technicians are factory-trained Mitsubishi technicians and we use Mitsubishi Genuine Parts. Your Outlander Sport is covered by Mitsubishi's 5-year / 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty plus a 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, among the longest standard coverage in the segment. We service to Mitsubishi's published maintenance intervals.