Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC 7.9 s Runner-up: 8.2 s
Range winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 70 km Runner-up: 64 km
Power winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 248 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 540 L Runner-up: 464 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD $39,990 Runner-up: $44,790

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD against the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.9 seconds, compared with 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is rated at 248 hp, a difference of 17 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC at 450 Nm and 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the longer listed range at 70 km, against 64 km for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.6 L/100km; 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is listed at 2.0 L/100km. Both list the same maximum DC charging power of 50 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 464 litres, a difference of 76 litres. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is 195 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, compared with $44,790 for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.2 s7.9 s
Top Speed180 km/h135 km/h
Power265 hp248 hp
Torque350 Nm450 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range70 km64 km
Battery13.8 kWh20 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L56 L
Efficiency1.6 L/100km2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km46 g/km
DC Charging50 kW50 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,515 mm4,710 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm203 mm
Cargo540 L464 L
Curb Weight1,870 kg2,035 kg
Towing1,350 kg1,588 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle11.6 m11.0 m
Starting MSRP$39,990$44,790

Kia Sportage PHEV AWD vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.9 seconds, versus 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 135 km/h (84 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 17 hp advantage over 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the longer listed range at 70 km (43 miles), versus 64 km (40 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the larger listed battery at 20.0 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 464 litres (16.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), compared with 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC is heavier at 2,035 kg (4,486 lb), while 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,990 USD, compared with $44,790 USD for 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD or the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL S-AWC?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.