2026 Mitsubishi Outlander: A Versatile SUV with Serious Style
Features and Trims of the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
Interior accommodations are surprisingly high-end in every trim, with the introductory ES trim featuring a 12.3” media display with connected navigation, and a Dynamic Sound Yamaha® Premium audio system. Each trim upgrades with the LE adding striking 20” black wheels, synthetic leather upholstery with heated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and conveniences like rain-sensing wipers. The SE goes further, showing off 20” 2-tone wheels and giving you practical extras including power-folding mirrors, a power liftgate, LED fog lights, and FAST-Key entry. For some fun, the RALLIART is performance-styled with 20” black wheels, RALLIART graphics and branding from its spoiler to mudflaps, and a panoramic sunroof. If something more rugged is your style, the Trail Edition’s brawny black cladding and body protection will suit you—but the upscale SEL indulges you. Quilted leather seating with heating and ventilation up front, tri-zone climate control, heated 2nd-row seats, aluminum sport pedals, and a Homelink® Garage Door Opener show the thoughtfulness in every detail. And the SEL Premium Package goes beyond even that. For such an approachable SUV, it defies standards.
Performance
Every 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander is powered by a 1.5L turbocharged engine mild-hybrid powertrain. It generates a strong 174 hp and 206 lbs.-ft. of torque. It’s paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission with simulated 8-speed shifts and paddle shifters—so you get optimal efficiency and a hands-on feel. This system gets you 26 MPG in the city and up to 31 on the highway, without ever needing to be plugged in.
Front-wheel drive comes standard, but Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control is available—a smart choice for New York drivers. It’s different from all-wheel drive in that it proactively monitors braking and steering input as well as the road to deliver torque appropriately before slippage happens. It even assists with acceleration, cornering, and braking. With the standard Drive Mode Selector, you can tailor performance to the conditions ahead with selectable settings like Tarmac, Gravel, Snow, and Mud—exactly what New Yorkers need.
The Outlander PHEV Option
If fuel efficiency is on your mind, the 2026 Outlander Plug-In Hybrid is a natural extension of the lineup. It builds on everything the standard Outlander offers while adding an electrified powertrain that supports both electric-only driving and traditional fuel use. This system produces an impressive 297, so you don’t sacrifice power in the least for its outstanding efficiency. You’ll have a 45-mile all-electric range, and when the battery is depleted, you’ll get 27 MPG combined. Twin Motor Super All-Wheel Control comes standard, so you have grip, power, and efficiency in one. The Outlander PHEV has earned recognition for its commitment to sustainability. In fact, the Outlander and Outlander PHEV were co-named the 2026 Family Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal - the first time in the award program's 21-year history that two sister models have shared the honor together.
Find Your 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander at Della Mitsubishi
If you're ready to explore the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander in person, Della Mitsubishi is here to help. Visit https://www.dellamitsubishi.com/ to browse current inventory, explore trim options, and learn more about available offers. Whether you're just starting your research or ready to schedule a test drive, the team at Della Mitsubishi is committed to helping you find the right fit - serving drivers across Plattsburgh, NY and the surrounding area.