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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 Outlander.

Transmission Automatic (AV-S8)

The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander comes equipped with an Automatic (AV-S8) transmission and returns an EPA-estimated 24/31/27 mpg, while its reliability record shows just 13 total owner complaints — primarily centered on Forward Collision Avoidance — and zero recalls. Across the model's complaint history spanning 2003 to 2025, the 2025 year records the lowest complaint total at 13, a sharp contrast to the 233 complaints logged in 2015. This positions the 2025 model year as the lowest-complaint year in the Outlander's documented reliability history.

Model year202520242023202220202019201820172016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy24/31/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter MQ718353. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMQ718353
Engine air filterAX000036
Spark plugMQ720040
Cabin air filter7803A165

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length185.4 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height68.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3726 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 31 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Outlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.5–9.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.50 sec — 2025 SEL Premium Package S-AWC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2025SEL Premium Package S-AWC 2.5L I-48.50 sec16.60 sec181 hpAWD
2025SEL Premium Package S-AWC 2.5L I-48.90 sec16.80 sec181 hpAWD
2025SEL Premium Package S-AWC 2.5L I-49.40 sec17.20 sec181 hpAWD
2023PHEV SEL Premium S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.50 sec15.60 sec248 hpAWD
2023PHEV SEL S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.60 sec15.80 sec248 hpAWD
2023PHEV SEL S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.80 sec15.90 sec248 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 2.5L I-48.20 sec16.30 sec181 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 2.5L I-48.50 sec16.50 sec181 hpAWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 20,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The current generation of Mitsubishi Outlander has shown a consistent downward trend in federal reports, moving from a peak of 208 complaints and 7 recalls in 2022 to significantly lower figures in subsequent years. The 2025 model continues this trajectory, recording only 13 complaints, 0 recalls, and 38 TSBs, which is a further decrease from the 22 complaints and 1 recall seen in 2024. Within the 2025 data, the most frequent complaints involve Forward Collision Avoidance and Seat Belts with two reports each, alongside two reported crash complaints. This placement at the lowest point of the generation's reporting arc suggests a stabilization of vehicle quality. Given the minimal volume of complaints and the absence of recalls, the 2025 model is an excellent year to buy.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
38
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Forward Collision Avoidance2
Seat Belts2
Back Over Prevention1
Steering1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Electrical System,Air Bags1
Engine1
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 38 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB-26-66-0012026-06-18StructureThis Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers provides guidance to assist dealers with…
TSB-26-54-0022026-05-08Forward Collision AvoidanceThis Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers addresses why the Mi-Pilot…
TSB-26-54-0012026-04-06Electrical SystemThis Technical Service Bulletin provides the re-start and cold start procedures for the…
TECH TALK 2902026-02-12Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TIN-26-00-0022026-02-04Unknown Or OtherThis Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2025 Outlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Outlander get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 31 highway / 27 combined mpg.