Mitsubishi Outlander vs KIA Sorento
2026 Kia Sorento
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Kia Sorento: Size, Specs, and Features
Richmond-area families cross-shopping three-row SUVs often end up on these two models. Here's how the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander stacks up against the Kia Sorento for Virginia drivers.
| Features | 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2026 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD standard / S-AWC available | FWD standard / AWD available |
| Engine power | 174 hp | 191 hp (base) / 281 hp (turbo) |
| Engine torque | 206 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft (base) / 311 lb-ft @ 1,700 rpm (turbo) |
| Engine displacement | 1.5 l | 2.5 l |
| Engine configuration | Turbocharged Inline-4 Mild Hybrid | Inline-4 / Turbocharged Inline-4 |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 26 / 31 / 28 MPG | 25-26 / 28-32 / 23-26 MPG |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | 377 / 450 miles | 443 / 566 miles |
Exterior Size
- Mitsubishi Outlander: 185.8 inches long.
- Kia Sorento: 189.6 inches long.
The Mitsubishi Outlander's smaller footprint pays off in daily driving. Parking decks near downtown Richmond and tight residential streets in neighborhoods like Bon Air are easier to navigate in a vehicle that's nearly four inches shorter than the Kia Sorento. Drivers commuting on 288 or cutting through Chesterfield County get a three-row SUV without the bulk of a larger mid-size model.
Seating and Interior Flexibility
- Mitsubishi Outlander: Standard three-row seating for up to seven on every single trim.
- Kia Sorento: Seats six or seven, depending on second-row configuration.
- Mitsubishi Outlander's 40/20/40 split second row keeps both outboard seats usable while still carrying long cargo like skis or bulky items.
Families in Midlothian who need occasional third-row seating for carpools or grandparents don't have to upgrade trims or pay extra to get it. The Mitsubishi Outlander includes it standard across the lineup, while Kia Sorento buyers have to decide upfront between a bench or captain's chairs, which changes total seating capacity.
Standard Technology
- Mitsubishi Outlander: 12.3-inch touchscreen and Yamaha audio system standard on every trim.
- Kia Sorento: 12.3-inch display standard, but Bose audio and other premium tech features are limited to higher trims.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard on the Mitsubishi Outlander lineup.
Shoppers browsing entry-level trims at our Richmond Mitsubishi South lot get more built-in technology on the base Mitsubishi Outlander than they would on a comparable base Kia Sorento. That means less pressure to spend more just to get features that should come standard.
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7729 Midlothian Tpke
Richmond, VA 23235-5225
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