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Mitsubishi Outlander vs Toyota RAV4

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

Vehicles

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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander

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2026 Toyota RAV4

Overview

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
Selected trimESLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridhybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
MSRP$29,995 (best)$31,900
Lowest listing price$14,962$13,865 (best)
Median listing price$30,755 (best)$32,790
Highest listing price$41,710 (best)$49,120
For sale now49304 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
Combined MPG28 MPG44 MPG (best)
City MPG26 MPG48 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG42 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal15 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
Horsepower177 hp226 hp (best)
Torque207 lb-ft (best)172 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume64.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)1,750 lbs
Curb weight3,681 lbs3,640 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)8 in
Wheelbase106.5 in (best)106 in
Length185.8 in (best)181 in
Width74.7 in (best)73 in
Height68.7 in (best)67 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi OutlanderESToyota RAV4LE
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 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.

TrimMitsubishi OutlanderToyota RAV4
1

ES

$29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$31,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

ES

$31,795 MSRP

LE AWD

$33,300 MSRP

3

LE

$32,345 MSRP

SE

$34,700 MSRP

4

LE

$34,145 MSRP

SE AWD

$36,100 MSRP

5

SE

$34,345 MSRP

XLE

$36,100 MSRP

6

SE

$36,145 MSRP

XLE AWD

$37,500 MSRP

7

SEL

$39,045 MSRP

Woodland

$39,900 MSRP

8

SEL

$40,845 MSRP

XSE

$41,300 MSRP

9

RALLIART

$39,645 MSRP

SE

$41,500 MSRP

10

Trail Edition

$39,645 MSRP

Limited

$43,300 MSRP

11

Black Edition

$43,045 MSRP

Woodland

$45,300 MSRP

12

Black Edition

$44,845 MSRP

XSE

$47,200 MSRP

13

GR Sport

$48,500 MSRP

Live inventory

Mitsubishi Outlander vs Toyota RAV4 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2026 Toyota RAV4 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 or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander starts lower at $29,995. Live Mitsubishi Outlander listings start at $14,962. Live Toyota RAV4 listings start at $13,865.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (324).
Which has better seats: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).