Kia Niro EV vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Overview
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Wind | ES |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,700 (best) | $43,245 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,151 (best) | $25,999 |
| Median listing price | $32,108 | $25,999 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $48,090 | $25,999 (best) |
| For sale now | 24 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe (best) | 73 MPGe |
| Electric range | 253 mi (best) | 44 mi |
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 7.5 hr | 6.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 14 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 297 hp (best) |
| Torque | 188 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | — | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.7 cu ft | 64.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,803 lbs (best) | 4,762 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 7.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in (best) | 106.5 in |
| Length | 174 in | 185.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 74.7 in (best) |
| Height | 61.8 in | 68.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVES |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kia Niro EV | Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wind $39,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $43,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Wave $44,700 MSRP | ES Fleet $45,245 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SE $45,445 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SEL $48,945 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SEL Black Edition $53,695 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Kia Niro EV vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Niro EV vs 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Niro EV starts lower at $39,700. Live Kia Niro EV listings start at $20,151. Live Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV listings start at $25,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,700).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (253).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV leads on horsepower in this comparison (297).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).