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Mazda CX-3 vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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

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Overview

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Selected trimSport2.0 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20212026

Pricing & market

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
MSRP$20,790 (best)$24,995
Lowest listing price$15,881$12,380 (best)
Median listing price$15,881 (best)$19,040
Highest listing price$15,881 (best)$24,889
For sale now114 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG29 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank12.7 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Horsepower148 hp148 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume42.7 cu ft49.5 cu ft (best)
Payload989 lbs1,080 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,851 lbs (best)3,263 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in8.5 in (best)
Wheelbase101.2 in105.1 in (best)
Length168.3 in171.9 in (best)
Width69.6 in71.3 in (best)
Height60.7 in64.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda CX-3SportMitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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.

TrimMazda CX-3Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
1

Sport

$20,790 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.0 S

$24,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$22,190 MSRP

2.0 ES

$26,595 MSRP

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2.0 LE

$27,245 MSRP

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2.0 SE

$28,595 MSRP

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2.0 RALLIART

$28,995 MSRP

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2.0 TRAIL EDITION

$29,245 MSRP

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2.4 SEL

$29,445 MSRP

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Mazda CX-3 vs Mitsubishi Outlander Sport FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Mazda CX-3 vs 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Mazda CX-3 starts lower at $20,790. Live Mazda CX-3 listings start at $15,881. Live Mitsubishi Outlander Sport listings start at $12,380.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,790).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Mazda CX-3 or 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport leads on horsepower in this comparison (168).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Mazda CX-3 vs 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-3 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (4/5 NHTSA overall).