Honda Element vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Overview
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | 2.0 S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,825 (best) | $24,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | 15.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 166 hp (best) | 148 hp |
| Torque | 161 lb-ft (best) | 145 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.6 cu ft (best) | 49.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 1,080 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,515 lbs | 3,263 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 105.1 in (best) |
| Length | 169.9 in | 171.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.6 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in (best) | 64.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda ElementLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Honda Element | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.0 S $24,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $22,075 MSRP | 2.0 ES $26,595 MSRP |
| 3 | EX $22,935 MSRP | 2.0 LE $27,245 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $24,185 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 |