Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. Hyundai Tucson

Power Meets Practicality

Each trim of the Hyundai Tucson equips the same 2.5L engine, while the Outlander Sport offers your choice of a standard 2.0L or an available 2.4L powertrain. In all cases, you’ll enjoy more than 145 horsepower, which provides the responsiveness you need for daily driving.

The Tucson pairs its engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission that provides traditional stepped gear changes for confident highway acceleration. Still, Mitsubishi mates both its powertrains with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which delivers seamless power and smoother acceleration, helping maintain momentum and potentially improving efficiency during city or stop-and-go driving.

Grip and Go

Having power is one thing, but harnessing that power is what really matters. The Hyundai Tucson offers available all-wheel drive for grip and stability when conditions demand it. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport takes that a step further with its standard All-Wheel Control (AWC), Mitsubishi’s predictive system that constantly monitors wheel slip, throttle input, and steering angle, transferring torque to the wheel with the most traction before slippage occurs.

For true confidence when the pavement ends, both SUVs offer rugged variants: the Outlander Sport Trail Edition and the Tucson XRT. Each provides a retuned suspension, 18-inch wheels, and side protectors for light off-road travel. But only the Outlander Sport Trail Edition includes rear and front protectors, a hood protector, and mud flaps for your action-packed weekends.

Right-Sized Agility

The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Hyundai Tucson are compact SUVs, yet one takes that definition to heart.

MODEL	LENGTH	WIDTH
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport	171.9 in	71.3 in.
Hyundai Tucson	182.7 in.	73.4 in.

With its smaller footprint and tighter turning circle (34.8 feet vs. 38.6 feet in the Tucson), the Outlander Sport excels at squeezing into narrow streets and compact parking spaces that the Tucson might pass by.

Inside, both SUVs offer generous space for five, yet the Outlander Sport gives drivers more comfort up front, with additional legroom and 39.4 inches of front headroom compared to the Tucson’s which varies depending on trim level.

Convenience in Motion

Behind the wheel, you already have plenty to focus on. Features that engage automatically add comfort, convenience, and confidence. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Hyundai Tucson include automatic LED headlights that help you see and be seen without extra effort.

But when the skies open up, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport shines: its standard rain-sensing windshield wipers automatically activate and adjust speed to match rainfall. The Hyundai Tucson reserves that feature for its top-tier trim.

The Outlander Sport also equips standard automatic climate control, continuously monitoring interior conditions and adjusting temperature and fan speed to maintain your preset comfort level. Tucson models require an upper trim to add that convenience.

Seamless Connection

Between work, errands, and weekend escapes, staying connected makes every drive more enjoyable. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Hyundai Tucson include the following standard or available features:

• Bluetooth® wireless technology
• Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
• USB ports in both rows
• HD Radio® and SiriusXM® compatibility

Whether you’re calling in a take-out order or streaming your favorite playlist, the Outlander Sport’s simple, responsive infotainment layout makes it easy to access what you need without diving through layers of menus.

Engineered for Protection

Safety shouldn’t demand a learning curve. The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Hyundai Tucson offer robust driver-assist suites featuring brand-specific versions of:

• Forward Collision Mitigation with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Departure Warning
• Automatic High Beams
• Rear Seat Alert
• And more

Yet, the Outlander Sport brings something more elemental: its RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body construction. This Mitsubishi-developed design disperses crash energy away from the cabin through carefully engineered crumple zones. It’s an unseen layer of protection exclusive to Mitsubishi and not found on the Tucson.