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Honda Element vs Mitsubishi Outlander

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

Vehicles

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2011 Honda Element

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2027 Mitsubishi Outlander

Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
Selected trimLXES
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20112027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
MSRP$20,825 (best)$29,995
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
Combined MPG22 MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)12 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
Horsepower166 hp174 hp (best)
Torque161 lb-ft206 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
Seating4 seats7 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs (best)3,681 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in107 in (best)
Length169.9 in186 in (best)
Width71.6 in84 in (best)
Height70.4 in (best)69 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi OutlanderES
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)10None 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.

TrimHonda ElementMitsubishi Outlander
1

LX

$20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$22,075 MSRP

ES

$31,795 MSRP

3

EX

$22,935 MSRP

LE

$32,795 MSRP

4

EX

$24,185 MSRP

LE

$34,595 MSRP

5—

SE

$34,795 MSRP

6—

SE

$36,595 MSRP

7—

SEL

$39,495 MSRP

8—

SEL

$41,295 MSRP

9—

Ralliart

$40,095 MSRP

10—

Trail Edition

$40,095 MSRP

11—

Black Edition

$43,495 MSRP

12—

Black Edition

$45,295 MSRP

Honda Element vs Mitsubishi Outlander FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Honda Element starts lower at $20,825.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2011 Honda Element leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on horsepower in this comparison (174).
Which has better seats: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Element (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).