2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ranks 18 out of 21 Affordable Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 34 published reviews and test drives of the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a low base price and a spacious back seat, but it can’t match the performance and interior quality of top-ranked compact SUVs.

The 2013 Outlander Sport comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission. According to the EPA, the Outlander Sport gets up to 24/31 mpg city/highway, which is good for the class. Reviewers say that although the Outlander Sport offers a comfortable ride and strong brakes, it can’t match the driving dynamics of other SUVs in the class. The bulk of test drivers say that the Outlander Sport is sluggish, with an underpowered engine. Most critics also agree that the Outlander Sport handles adequately, but it’s not the most athletic around tight corners and twisty roads. Rivals like the Ford Escape and Volkswagen Tiguan are generally considered more fun to drive. While the 2013 Outlander Sport earns good safety ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, many higher-ranking SUVs in the class earn better safety scores.

Despite its compact size, reviewers agree that the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport offers a spacious back seat that will keep most passengers happy. While it has less cargo space than rivals like the GMC Terrain and Honda CR-V, critics still say there’s plenty of room for a few suitcases behind the back seat. On the downside, many reviewers say that the Outlander Sport’s interior materials aren’t high-quality, and that the optional navigation system can be difficult to use. The Outlander Sport comes with standard features that include a USB port and Bluetooth, while optional features include a Rockford-Fosgate stereo, heated front seats and a navigation system with a backup camera and a 40GB hard drive.