The smaller crossover in the Mitsubishi lineup, the five-passenger Sport woos buyers with its easy price and muscular styling. Like most entries in this class, it delivers a mix of economy, cargo space and family-friendly features.
What's New for 2014
The Outlander Sport gets some audio upgrades for 2014: redundant steering wheel controls are now standard across the board, and the upper trim level gets HD radio and a new touchscreen.
Choosing Your Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Not be confused with the regular Outlander, the Outlander Sport is shorter, weighs less and comes standard with meaty 18-inch wheels. All models carry a 2-liter four-cylinder with 148 horsepower, and all-wheel drive is available. The base front-drive model starts out with a five-speed manual transmission, but we suspect most examples will get with the optional continuously variable transmission (CVT). It’s standard on the upper trim level and any model with all-wheel drive.
To keep things simple, the Outlander Sport is available in just two trims:
The SE also has a trio of exclusive option groups:
Premium Package: Equips the Sport with a power driver's seat, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a nine-speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system.
Premium Package with Panoramic Roof: Adds a panoramic sunroof, roof rails and ambient LED lighting inside.
Touring Package: Include all of the Premium features, plus leather upholstery and navigation.
Choose your Mitsubishi Outlander Sport >>
With the redesigned standard Outlander getting all the attention this year, dealers will be more inclined to discount the Sport’s already-low price. We'd opt for a front-wheel drive SE.