2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs 2026 Honda Passport

$40,445 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

When deciding between daily drivability and pure capacity, the choice between the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the 2026 Honda Passport gets interesting. If saving at the pump matters, the Outlander PHEV is the clear choice, achieving a combined 26 MPG compared to the Passport's 21 MPG, plus it offers 38 miles of pure electric range for short trips. However, the Passport offers significantly more room, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the Outlander's tighter 12.8 cu ft. Power also leans toward the Honda, packing 285 hp against the Mitsubishi’s 248 hp. Even with its plug-in capabilities, the Outlander PHEV starts at a lower MSRP of $40,445, undercutting the Passport's $44,750 entry price by $4,305. Ultimately, the decision hinges on prioritizing electric savings and a lower initial cost versus needing superior space and conventional power.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV wins for commuters due to its 38-mile electric range, significantly reducing reliance on gasoline during shorter daily drives.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport is the family champion thanks to its vastly superior 44 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Outlander PHEV's 12.8 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

Enthusiasts will prefer the Passport, which delivers more conventional performance with 285 horsepower and a 10-speed automatic transmission.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV offers better fiscal value by starting $4,305 cheaper and providing 5 extra MPG in combined fuel economy.

Choose the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV if...

You prioritize lower operating costs, benefiting from a 38-mile electric range for daily commuting.
Your budget is tighter, as the Outlander PHEV has an MSRP of $40,445, which is $4,305 less than the Passport.
You appreciate the efficiency of an AWD system paired with a higher combined MPG rating of 26.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

Maximum hauling capacity is critical, as the Passport offers 44 cu ft of cargo space versus 12.8 cu ft in the Outlander PHEV.
You desire more outright power, seeing as the Passport produces 285 hp compared to the Outlander's 248 hp.
You prefer the driving feel of a traditional 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission over a 1-speed direct drive.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	Honda Passport
Length	185.4"	191.5"
Width	84.4"	79.4"
Height	68.5"	73.1"
Wheelbase	106.5"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.4 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	248 hp	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Transmission Type	1-speed direct drive	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	25/27 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.0/399.6 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	67/61 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	64 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	38 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	52	—
Charging Time (240V)	6.5 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.8 gal.	18.5 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	CHAdeMO	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	225W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	1	2
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Front Head Room	40.6 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Rear Head Room	39.1 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.3 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/60R18	265/60R
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Mitsubishi	Honda
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 30000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 2026 Honda Passport.

How much extra space does the 2026 Honda Passport offer over the 2025 Outlander PHEV?

The Honda Passport is significantly larger inside, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo capacity for families. In contrast, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV offers only 12.8 cu ft, making the Passport the better choice for hauling larger items.

Is the hybrid efficiency of the Outlander PHEV worth sacrificing the Passport's power?

It depends on your priorities; the Outlander PHEV gets a combined 26 MPG and 38 miles of electric range, while the Passport is rated at 21 MPG combined but offers 285 horsepower versus the Mitsubishi's 248 hp.

What is the price difference between these two crossovers?

The 2025 Outlander PHEV has a lower starting MSRP of $40,445, positioning it $4,305 below the 2026 Honda Passport's $44,750 starting price.

Which vehicle is better for spirited driving?

The 2026 Honda Passport is geared more toward performance enthusiasts, delivering 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque through its 10-speed automatic transmission.

Does the Outlander PHEV require premium fuel?

No, both the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the 2026 Honda Passport are specified to run on regular unleaded fuel, keeping long-term fueling costs predictable for both.

How much taller is the Passport compared to the Outlander PHEV?

The 2026 Honda Passport stands significantly taller at 73.1 inches in height, while the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV measures 68.5 inches high, which might matter for clearance in garages.