Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Nissan Kicks
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Kicks
Overview
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.0 S | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,995 | $22,430 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $12,380 (best) | $16,193 |
| Median listing price | $19,040 (best) | $24,844 |
| Highest listing price | $24,889 (best) | $31,265 |
| For sale now | 14 | 174 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal (best) | 11.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 148 hp (best) | 141 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft (best) | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 49.5 cu ft | 60 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,080 lbs (best) | 900 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,263 lbs | 3,002 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | 8.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in (best) | 104.6 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 171.9 in |
| Width | 71.3 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 64.8 in (best) | 64.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2.0 S | Nissan KicksS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
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 | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0 S $24,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $22,430 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.0 ES $26,595 MSRP | S $23,930 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.0 LE $27,245 MSRP | SV $24,170 MSRP |
| 4 | 2.0 SE $28,595 MSRP | SV $25,820 MSRP |
| 5 | 2.0 RALLIART $28,995 MSRP | SR $26,660 MSRP |
| 6 | 2.0 TRAIL EDITION $29,245 MSRP | SR $28,160 MSRP |
| 7 | 2.4 SEL $29,445 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs Nissan Kicks FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs 2026 Nissan Kicks on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Nissan Kicks starts lower at $22,430. Live Mitsubishi Outlander Sport listings start at $12,380. Live Nissan Kicks listings start at $16,193.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2026 Nissan Kicks leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,430).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2026 Nissan Kicks leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport leads on horsepower in this comparison (168).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (4/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Kicks (4/5 NHTSA overall).