2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs 2026 Hyundai Palisade

$40,445 · Crossover

$39,435 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The common crossover dilemma often boils down to electric savings versus sheer passenger and cargo space. The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV starts at $40,445 and offers a competitive 38 miles of electric range, translating to an excellent 26 combined MPG, perfect for daily driving. Conversely, the larger 2026 Hyundai Palisade, priced slightly lower at $39,435, focuses on traditional utility, boasting a longer 199.2-inch body and significantly more cargo capacity at 19.1 cu ft compared to the Outlander's 12.8 cu ft. While the Palisade provides 287 hp, outmuscling the Outlander's 248 hp, the PHEV's hybrid nature gives it a 5 MPG advantage, making the long-term running costs a clear differentiator between these two capable crossovers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV's 38-mile electric range and 26 combined MPG offer substantial savings for daily point-to-point driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Hyundai Palisade

The longer 199.2-inch Palisade provides substantially more utility with 19.1 cu ft of cargo space versus the Outlander's 12.8 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers more raw power with 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with a traditional 8-speed automatic transmission.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV is the better long-term value proposition due to its superior fuel economy and plug-in capability offsetting its slightly higher MSRP.

Choose the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV if...

Your daily commute is consistently under 38 miles, maximizing your electric-only driving.
You prioritize saving money at the pump, benefitting from the 26 combined MPG rating.
You prefer the sure-footedness of All-Wheel Drive over the Palisade's standard Front Wheel Drive setup.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You frequently need to haul gear or manage a larger family, utilizing the superior 19.1 cu ft cargo capacity.
You prefer having more horsepower on tap, as the Palisade delivers 287 hp.
You want the simplicity of the traditional 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	Hyundai Palisade
Length	185.4"	199.2"
Width	84.4"	78.0"
Height	68.5"	69.5"
Wheelbase	106.5"	116.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
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	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
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	287 hp @ 6400 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	—	260 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
Transmission Type	1-speed direct drive	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
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.	361.0/475.0 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.	19.0 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	CHAdeMO	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
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	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
One-Touch Power Windows	1	2
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
Front Head Room	40.6 in.	41.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	44.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	61.4 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	58.8 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
Rear Head Room	39.1 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	43.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	61.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.3 in.	56.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mitsubishi	Hyundai
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/60R18	235/65R
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 2026 Hyundai Palisade.

Which vehicle is more efficient for highway driving?

The 2025 Outlander PHEV is more efficient, even when running as a hybrid, delivering 27 MPG highway compared to the Palisade's 25 MPG highway. This 2 MPG difference compounds over long trips.

How much larger is the 2026 Palisade compared to the Outlander PHEV?

The Palisade is noticeably larger, measuring 199.2 inches long versus the Outlander's 185.4 inches. This size difference directly contributes to the Palisade's significantly larger 19.1 cu ft cargo area.

Can I use regular unleaded gas in both vehicles?

Yes, both the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the 2026 Hyundai Palisade specify regular unleaded fuel. This keeps the ongoing running costs predictable for both models.

Does the Outlander PHEV offer competitive power against the Palisade?

The Palisade has a noticeable advantage in peak power with 287 hp compared to the Outlander's 248 hp. However, the Outlander uses a 1-speed direct drive transmission which feels different but focuses power delivery smoothly.

Which car is cheaper to purchase initially?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade has a lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at $39,435, beating the Outlander PHEV's starting price of $40,445.