2025 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

$29,995 · Crossover

$24,135 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The $5,860 difference in Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is the most significant initial divergence between the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander (starting at $29,995) and the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross (starting at $24,135). The efficiency metrics heavily favor the Corolla Cross, achieving a combined 32 MPG compared to the Outlander’s 27 MPG, with city driving showing a 7 MPG advantage for the Toyota (31 MPG vs. 24 MPG). However, the larger Outlander boasts superior power output with 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, significantly overshadowing the Corolla Cross's 169 hp and 151 lb-ft. Dimensional differences are also notable; the Outlander is nearly 10 inches longer (185.8 inches vs. 176.1 inches), but the smaller Corolla Cross offers more than double the utility space with 24.0 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Outlander's 10.9 cubic feet.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross wins for commuting due to its superior combined fuel economy of 32 MPG versus the Outlander's 27 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander

The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander is preferred for families because its larger overall dimensions suggest potentially greater passenger room despite lower cargo volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander

Enthusiasts will favor the Outlander for its greater engine output of 181 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque compared to the Corolla Cross's 169 hp and 151 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross presents better inherent value, costing $5,860 less at the starting MSRP while offering superior fuel efficiency.

Choose the Mitsubishi Outlander if...

Maximum horsepower (181 hp) and torque (181 lb-ft) are primary performance requirements.
The buyer requires a physically larger vehicle footprint, measuring 185.8 inches in length.
The cargo area measurement of 10.9 cu ft is deemed sufficient for the owner's needs.

Choose the Toyota Corolla Cross if...

Achieving 32 combined MPG (31 city/33 highway) is a necessity for reducing fuel expenditure.
The lower entry price of $24,135 is a decisive factor in the purchase decision.
Maximum utility is needed from the compact dimensions, highlighted by 24.0 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mitsubishi Outlander	Toyota Corolla Cross
Length	185.8"	176.1"
Width	74.7"	71.9"
Height	68.7"	64.9"
Wheelbase	106.5"	103.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
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	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
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	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	181 hp @ 6000 rpm	169 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque	181 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm	151 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/31 MPG	31/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	27 MPG	32 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	348.0/449.5 mi.	384.4/409.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal.	12.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear 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	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Front Head Room	40.6 in.	38.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	42.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	52.7 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	52.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Rear Head Room	39.1 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.9 in.	32.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	52.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.3 in.	43.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	Steel
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/60R18	P215/65R17
Wheel Cover Type	—	Full
Wheel Diameter	—	17 in

Suspension

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	Mitsubishi	Toyota
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 30000 mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross.

How significant is the fuel economy difference between the two crossovers?

The Toyota Corolla Cross delivers a substantial advantage, achieving 32 MPG combined, which is 5 MPG higher than the Mitsubishi Outlander's 27 MPG combined rating. For highway use, the Corolla Cross manages 33 MPG versus the Outlander's 31 MPG, but the city mileage gap is wider at 31 MPG versus 24 MPG.

Which vehicle offers more usable cargo space?

Despite being physically smaller overall, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross provides significantly more listed cargo capacity at 24.0 cubic feet. The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander lists only 10.9 cubic feet of cargo room.

Is the $5,860 MSRP difference justified by the Outlander's performance upgrades?

The Mitsubishi Outlander offers 12 more horsepower (181 hp vs. 169 hp) and 30 more lb-ft of torque (181 vs. 151) for the higher price. Buyers must weigh this modest performance gain against the Corolla Cross's superior fuel efficiency and lower entry cost.

Are there significant differences in transmission or fuel type?

No, both vehicles utilize a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission and both are specified to run on regular unleaded fuel, resulting in parity in these operational aspects.

How much larger is the Mitsubishi Outlander dimensionally?

The Outlander is larger in its external footprint, measuring 185.8 inches long, 74.7 inches wide, and 68.7 inches high. This contrasts with the Corolla Cross's measurements of 176.1 inches in length, 71.9 inches in width, and 64.9 inches in height.

Which vehicle is better for drivers who prioritize responsiveness over efficiency?

For drivers prioritizing immediate output, the Outlander is better equipped, producing 181 lb-ft of torque compared to the Corolla Cross's 151 lb-ft. This 15% increase in torque, combined with higher horsepower, should yield quicker acceleration feel.