Kia Seltos 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 | Kia SeltosLX | 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 | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,990 (best) | $24,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13 gal | 15.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 148 hp (best) |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 49.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,080 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,131 lbs (best) | 3,263 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110 in (best) | 105.1 in |
| Length | 174 in (best) | 171.9 in |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 65 in (best) | 64.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | 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 | — | 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 | Kia Seltos | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $24,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.0 S $24,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $26,390 MSRP | 2.0 ES $26,595 MSRP |
| 3 | S $28,090 MSRP | 2.0 LE $27,245 MSRP |
| 4 | LX AWD $26,690 MSRP | 2.0 SE $28,595 MSRP |
| 5 | EX FWD $28,390 MSRP | 2.0 RALLIART $28,995 MSRP |
| 6 | EX AWD $30,090 MSRP | 2.0 TRAIL EDITION $29,245 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 2.4 SEL $29,445 MSRP |