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Ford EcoSport vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2022 Ford EcoSport

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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Overview

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Selected trimS2.0 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20222026

Pricing & market

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
MSRP$22,040 (best)$24,995
Lowest listing price$8,801 (best)$12,380
Median listing price$13,995 (best)$19,040
Highest listing price$18,999 (best)$24,889
For sale now1114 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Combined MPG25 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG23 MPG23 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG29 MPG
Fuel tank13.8 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Horsepower166 hp (best)148 hp
Torque149 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume20.9 cu ft49.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,570 lbs (best)1,080 lbs
Curb weight3,300 lbs3,263 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase99.2 in105.1 in (best)
Length161.3 in171.9 in (best)
Width69.5 in71.3 in (best)
Height65.1 in (best)64.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord EcoSportSMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord EcoSportMitsubishi Outlander Sport
1

S

$22,040 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.0 S

$24,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$25,510 MSRP

2.0 ES

$26,595 MSRP

3

SES

$28,205 MSRP

2.0 LE

$27,245 MSRP

4

Titanium

$28,395 MSRP

2.0 SE

$28,595 MSRP

5

2.0 RALLIART

$28,995 MSRP

6

2.0 TRAIL EDITION

$29,245 MSRP

7

2.4 SEL

$29,445 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford EcoSport vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport FAQ

Which is better: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Ford EcoSport vs 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Ford EcoSport starts lower at $22,040. Live Ford EcoSport listings start at $8,801. Live Mitsubishi Outlander Sport listings start at $12,380.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2022 Ford EcoSport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,040).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport leads on horsepower in this comparison (168).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2022 Ford EcoSport or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2022 Ford EcoSport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Ford EcoSport vs 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford EcoSport (4/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (4/5 NHTSA overall).