CUPRA Tavascan vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The CUPRA Tavascan starts from $60,990 before on-road costs, while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV opens at $58,990. That makes the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the more affordable entry point by $2,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $67,089 and $64,889 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the CUPRA Tavascan and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the CUPRA Tavascan and 85% for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The CUPRA Tavascan packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the CUPRA Tavascan and 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The CUPRA Tavascan adds a 360-degree camera that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV misses.

The CUPRA Tavascan features a 15-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The CUPRA Tavascan stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV counters with Apple CarPlay and Yamaha audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The CUPRA Tavascan uses a Electric Motor producing 210kW and 545Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.8 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV responds with a Petrol making 221kW and 450Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the clear power advantage at 221kW vs 210kW. In the real-world sprint, the CUPRA Tavascan is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 77kWh (CUPRA Tavascan) vs 20kWh (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV), giving WLTP ranges of 531km and 84km. DC fast charging peaks at 135kW (CUPRA Tavascan) vs 50kW (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV).

The CUPRA Tavascan measures 4,644mm long on a 2,766mm wheelbase, 66mm shorter than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV at 4,710mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the CUPRA Tavascan generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 540L in the CUPRA Tavascan and 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, giving the CUPRA Tavascan a 62L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1550L vs 1500L. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 600kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (CUPRA Tavascan) vs 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has longer coverage.