2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is a compact SUV, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 27
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $30,000
- Recalls
- 6
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Mitsubishi |
|---|---|
| Model | Outlander |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 25 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 30 |
| Combined MPG | 27 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 330 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2300 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Outlander 2WD | 27 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Outlander 4WD | 26 MPG combined |
| Outlander 4WD | 23 MPG combined |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 27 MPG combined |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 25 MPG combined |
| Outlander Sport 2WD | 25 MPG combined |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 26 MPG combined |
| Outlander Sport 4WD | 24 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 25 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 16% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $27,000
- Total interest
- $4,697
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (6)
- SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY20V403000 · 2020-07-13
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL18V621000 · 2018-09-14
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE18V620000 · 2018-09-14
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY17V609000 · 2017-09-29
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT25V507000 · 2025-08-07
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT26V252000 · 2026-04-20
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 30 highway).
Is the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC