Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV starts from $53,990 before on-road costs, while the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport opens at $52,990. That makes the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $59,389 and $58,289 respectively.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by roughly $9,795 in fuel alone.

Both the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 7 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport gets a 8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV stands out with power tailgate and Yamaha audio that you will not find on the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV uses a Petrol producing 225kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport responds with a Diesel making 133kW and 430Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.5 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 133kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is 4.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV measures 4,710mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 75mm shorter than the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport at 4,785mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 131L in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, giving the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV a 347L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1500L vs 1500L. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport leads with a 3,100kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $350/year for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and $2,309/year for the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. That is a $1,959 annual difference in favour of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Estimated annual total: $350 (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs $2,309 (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV saves you roughly $1,959 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport). Both match on warranty length.