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Mitsubishi Outlander MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
25 model years · 2003–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mitsubishi Outlander for 25 model years, 2003 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 19–28 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 3 configurations rated 25–27 MPG combined and costing $2,460–$2,590 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2003 is the 2026 Outlander 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD, at 28 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Mitsubishi Outlander MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027* (4th gen) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | 25–27 | — | — | $2,460–$2,590 |
| 2026 | 25–26 | 27–28 | 27 | $1,610–$2,590 |
| 2025 | 25–27 | — | 26 | $1,800–$2,590 |
| 2024 | 25–27 | — | 26 | $1,800–$2,590 |
| 2023 | 25–27 | — | 26 | $1,800–$2,610 |
| 2022 | 25–27 | — | 26 | $1,860–$2,610 |
| 2013-2021 (3rd gen) Generation page | ||||
| 2021 | 25–27 | — | 26 | $1,860–$2,610 |
| 2020 | 22–27 | — | 25 | $1,940–$3,650 |
| 2019 | 22–27 | — | 25 | $1,940–$3,650 |
| 2018 | 22–27 | — | 25 | $1,940–$3,650 |
| 2017 | 23–27 | — | — | $2,420–$3,530 |
| 2016 | 22–27 | — | — | $2,410–$3,570 |
| 2015 | 23–28 | — | — | $2,360–$3,490 |
| 2014 | 23–27 | — | — | $2,450–$3,490 |
| 2013 | 21–27 | — | — | $2,460–$3,860 |
| 2007-2012 (CW) Generation page | ||||
| 2012 | 21–27 | — | — | $2,430–$3,860 |
| 2011 | 21–27 | — | — | $2,450–$3,870 |
| 2010 | 20–24 | — | — | $2,720–$4,020 |
| 2009 | 19–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,440 |
| 2008 | 20–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,270 |
| 2007 | 19–20 | — | — | $3,270–$3,440 |
| 2003-2006 Generation page | ||||
| 2006 | 20–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,270 |
| 2005 | 20–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,270 |
| 2004 | 20–21 | — | — | $3,110–$3,270 |
| 2003 | 20–21 | — | — | $3,110–$3,270 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Mitsubishi Outlander generations
4 generations between 2003 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mitsubishi Outlander's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mitsubishi Outlander run 19–28 MPG across model years 2003 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 25–27 MPG.
Which Mitsubishi Outlander model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Outlander 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2003, at 28 MPG.
How much does a Mitsubishi Outlander cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,460–$2,590 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,460.
Has the Mitsubishi Outlander's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 21 MPG in 2003 to 27 MPG in 2027, 6 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mitsubishi Outlander?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2026 to 2026 (27–28 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2018 to 2026 (25–27 MPG).
Which Mitsubishi Outlander model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2006. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.
How many generations of the Mitsubishi Outlander are there?
EPA data covers 4 generations of the Mitsubishi Outlander: 2022-2027*, 2013-2021, 2007-2012, 2003-2006. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.