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Honda Element vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Selected trimLX2.0 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
MSRP$20,825 (best)$24,995
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Combined MPG22 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)15.8 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Horsepower166 hp (best)148 hp
Torque161 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft (best)49.5 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,080 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs3,263 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.9 in8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in105.1 in (best)
Length169.9 in171.9 in (best)
Width71.6 in (best)71.3 in
Height70.4 in (best)64.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
NHTSA overall4 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimHonda ElementMitsubishi 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

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