Mitsubishi Outlander Model Years and History

The Mitsubishi Outlander carries over with minimal changes for 2026 while updating the trim lineup.

The Mitsubishi Outlander gets a refreshed exterior and interior for 2025.

The Mitsubishi Outlander gets a new trim lineup for 2024 but otherwise carries over with minimal changes.

The Mitsubishi Outlander adds three new trims for 2023, the Ralliart, Black Edition and 40th Anniversary but otherwise carries over with minimal changes.

After a brief hiatus in 2021 the Mitsubishi Outlander returns for 2022 completely redesigned.

The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander benefits from a variety of changes and enhancements for this year such as a new driver side power lumbar seat and available 8-inch infotainment system. Advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and high-beam assist have also been added to SE and higher trim levels. In addition, Mitsubishi re-tuned its (Super-All Wheel Control) system for even better off-road capabilities.

The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander benefits from a variety of changes and enhancements for this year. The exterior of the vehicle gets new headlamps, a new grill and 18-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the Outlander gets new front seats, an electronic parking brake, rear seat air vents and some enhanced interior lighting. In addition, Mitsubishi have gone back and re-tuned the suspension, resulting in a quieter and more comfortable ride.

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander gets a mild refresh heading into this year. For starters all Outlanders get a 7-inch touch screen, LED running lights and a rearview camera. Advanced safety features such as a Blind Spot Warning, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and a Remote Power Tailgate have been added to the SEL trim. New to the lineup is the Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid, which comes with all-wheel drive and can travel up to 22 miles on electricity alone. Both the front and rear fasciae receive subtle updates, with the most apparent being the presence of new LED running lights.

The Mitsubishi Outlander gets several updates for 2017, mostly concentrated on a mildly refreshed interior. A smartphone link display audio system has been added this year, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while a blind spot warning system and a rear cross traffic alert system have also been added. Other new safety features include a multi-view camera system, a de-icer for the windshield wipers and a forward collision mitigation system. A heated steering wheel is also new for 2017.

A new SEL trim debuts for 2016 and gets alloy wheels standard.

The Mitsubishi Outlander receives numerous small improvements for 2015. The interior has been spruced up with a leather wrapped steering wheel, a leather wrapped shift knob and some improved sound deadening. The outside of the Outlander features a new grill, new bumper trim and a bit more exterior chrome. Each trim level also receives its own improvements, contrasting stitching in the ES, new seating surfaces on the SE and a new 18-inch wheel design and LED taillights on the GT.

The Mitsubishi Outlander is all-new model for 2014, with a completely new look that's more upright, yet rounded than that of its predecessor. The Outlander comes in front-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive models, with a choice of 4-cylinder or V6 engines, as before, but it gets a number of measures, including electric power steering to help improve fuel efficiency. There's also more of an emphasis on safety and convenience features for 2014. Active safety options now include Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Mitigation and Adaptive Cruise Control, while HID headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and improved navigation and audio systems are now among features at the top of the lineup. Fuel efficiency has been improved for both engines, too.

Mitsubishi has updated the features and option packages for the Outlander in 2013. All Outlanders now get heated mirrors; while SE and GT trimmed Outlanders receive heated front seats and hands-free audio and navigation functions. SE Outlanders also get automatic climate control while GT Outlanders now come with Satellite Radio. Several new option packages are also available for 2013, including an all-weather package, an entertainment package, an exterior design package and a tow package.

The 2-wheel drive XLS trim disappears, but for 2012, the Outlander gets GT trim in both 2- and 4-wheel drive with HID headlamps, mirror-integrated turn signals, rain-sensing wipers, aluminum pedals and automatic climate control. Roof rails and mesh grille are now standard across the lineup.

Following a complete refresh last year, the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander receives almost no significant changes. ES and XLS models are no longer available with all-wheel drive, leaving only the SE and GT trims as the AWD options.

The 2010 Outlander got a complete refresh, most obviously in its exterior redesign. The massive "jet fighter" grille is in line with Mitsubishi's new design language, also seen on the super sporty Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. The bumper, mirrors, fenders, hood and headlights all got a new, sportier look to match. The sport styling continues inside, with new available aluminum racing-style pedals. The fuel economy, all-wheel drive, and technology features all got an upgrade, too.

Mitsubishi Outlander lineup for 2009 comes largely unchanged from the 2008 lineup.

A new 2.4L inline four-cylinder gas engine joins the Mitsubishi Outlander lineup for 2008. It is matched with a continuously variable transmission and comes standard on the entry-level ES trim, which is now available in both two- and four-wheel drive. Remote keyless entry is a new standard item on the ES, while the Outlander XLS gets an auxiliary input jack and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

The Mitsubishi Outlander has been completely redesigned for 2007. Where before it only offered an inline four-cylinder engine, it now comes equipped with a 220-horsepower V6. Nearly every dimension is larger, and traction control is now standard. An optional selectable four-wheel-drive system replaces what was previously an all-wheel-drive setup. Suspension and steering have been revised to provide a more satisfying everyday driving experience.