Comparison - Kia Sportage SX Turbo 2021 - vs - Mitsubishi Outlander SEL 2022

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Average Price: 
$
35,150
Updated: 
08 Feb 2019
$
33,745
Updated: 
17 Feb 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
5
7
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
16.40gals
14.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Pacific Blue
#4F5866
Steel Gray
#ADB0B3
Hyper Red
#9E212B
Burnished Copper
#965F3C
Black Cherry
#020202
Snow White Pearl
#FEFFFF
Sparkling Silver
#A5A6A8
Color: 
Alloy Silver Metallic
#D3D3D6
Mercury Gray Metallic
#555657
White Diamond
#E7E8F1
Labrador Black Metallic
#2B2B2B
Black Diamond
#26272B
Cosmic Blue Metallic
#3366CC
Deep Bronze Metallic
#776556
Red Diamond
#890009

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Kia Sportage ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Kia Sportage has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable ride
Composed handling
Intuitive infotainment system
Roomy cabin with handsome materials

Cons
Below-average fuel economy estimates
Less cargo room than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Kia Sportage hits with value and looks even if its performance and fuel economy slightly miss.

Pros
Good looks
Value at lower ends
Good safety equipment and results
Great warranty

Cons
Poor fuel economy
Adequate performance
Outward vision isn’t great
Not as spacious as some

By: 
thecarconnection.com

S Sunroof and Premium packages are no longer available.Nightfall Edition and Nightfall Edition Premium packages take their place.

Pros
Smooth ride
Spacious front and rear seating
Attractive dashboard layout with appealing features
Quiet interior at highway speeds

Cons
Lower fuel economy than some top rivals
Relatively modest cargo capacity

By: 
edmunds.com

For 2020, Kia tweaks the Sportage's already bold styling and adds more standard and optional features. While the exterior revisions aren't transformative, they give the Sportage a fresher and more assertive look than the previous year. Along with a new S trim level and different wheel designs, the interior receives some new content. Upgraded leatherette seats and wireless charging are now optional. Likewise, every cabin features an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an updated steering wheel and air-vent surrounds. The Sportage also adds more driver assists that include automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology, driver-attention warning, pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping assist.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2022 Outlander is all-new and introduces another generation of Mitsubishi's compact crossover. Mitsubishi has also announced that the PHEV version will arrive in 2022, possibly as a 2023 model. Along with more battery capacity and a larger electric motor than its predecessor from the previous generation, the Outlander with a plug will now be compatible with a third row, which wasn't available before.

Pros
Handling is unexpectedly satisfying,
elegant cabin with modern features,
exterior styling that stands out.

Cons
Powertrain is a liability at highway speeds,
might as well not have a third row,
needs better value to usurp top rivals.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Attractive interior
Long warranty
Out of the ordinary styling

Cons
Horrid third row
Underpowered
Out of the ordinary styling

By: 
motortrend.com

Pros
Roomy first- and second-row seats
Premium cabin materials
Many standard tech and safety features
Poised ride and handling

Cons
Leisurely acceleration
Cramped third row

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
24.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
30.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.50L
Torque: 
260ft-lbs
at 1 450rpm
181ft-lbs
at 3 600rpm
Horsepower: 
237hp
at 6 000rpm
181hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.80Feet
36.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Heated Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Adaptive Cruise Control
Front Parking Sensors
Keyless Ignition
Front, Rear And 3rd Row Cupholders
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
176.40in
185.40in
Width: 
73.00in
74.70in
Height: 
65.20in
68.80in
Ground Clearance: 
6.80in
8.40in
Front Track: 
63.30in
Rear Track: 
63.80in
Wheel Base: 
105.10in
106.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
37.60
40.60
Rear Head Room: 
37.90
39.10
Front Leg Room: 
41.50in
41.70in
Rear leg room: 
38.20in
39.90in
Front Hip Room: 
54.30in
54.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.10in
57.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
51.20in
53.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in
55.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
60.10cu.ft
79.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
2000lbs
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
30.70cu.ft
11.70cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
28.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
24.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
3765.00lbs
3803.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
1 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-free entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8 -way power driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Leather
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
4 -Way Power Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts
Reclining rear seats
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Multi-Level Heating
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8 Total Speakers
320 Watts Stereo Output
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Extended sunroof
Fixed glass rear sunroof
One-touch power sunroof
Privacy glass
Rear window wiper
Roof rack
Variable intermittent wipers
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 X 7.5 In.
20 X 8.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear height adjustable headrests
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Post-collision safety system
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
LED Headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Dual Front And Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages: 
SX Turbo Beige Interior Color Package
Exterior Package
Chrome Value Package
Cargo Mat Package
Towing Package
All Weather Package
Black Out Appearance Package
Carbon Appearance Package
Satin Appearance Package
Style Lighting Package
Console Lighting Package
Popular Value Package
Touring Package
Protection Value Package
Exterior Options: 
Mud Guards
Cross Bars
Rear Bumper Applique
Paint Protection Package
Wheel Locks
Tow Hitch
Accessory Dynamic Shield Illumination
Accessory Welcome LED Illumination
Accessory Dynamic Shield Illumination And Welcome LED Illumination
Accessory Side Window Deflectors And Hood Deflector
Accessory Mud Guards
Accessory Chrome Effect
Accessory Wheel Locks
Accessory Chrome Hood Badge
Accessory Black Hood Badge
Accessory Roof Rack Crossbars
Accessory Roof Rails
Accessory Roof Spoiler
Accessory Black Lug Nuts And Wheel Locks
Interior Options: 
Cargo Tray
Interior Light Kit
Dual USB Charger
Cargo Mat
Cargo Net
Cargo Cover
Carpet Floor Mats
Illuminated Door Scuff Plates
Accessory Tonneau Cover
Accessory Roll Up Shades
Welcome Package

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#000000
Beige, leather
#BB9272
Gray, leather
#9B9B9B
Color: 
Light Gray, leather
#6E7074
Black, leather
#000000
Black/Saddle Tan, Leather
#000000