Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs Volkswagen ID.4

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV starts from $58,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.4 opens at $59,990. That makes the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 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 $64,889 and $65,989 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Volkswagen ID.4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 93% for the Volkswagen ID.4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 adds a 360-degree camera that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen ID.4 gets a 12.9-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV stands out with Apple CarPlay and Yamaha audio that you will not find on the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV uses a Petrol producing 221kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID.4 responds with a Electric making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the clear power advantage at 221kW vs 210kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volkswagen ID.4 is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 22.7kWh (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 77kWh (Volkswagen ID.4), giving WLTP ranges of 84km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 50kW (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.4).

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV measures 4,720mm long on a 2,704mm wheelbase, 135mm longer than the Volkswagen ID.4 at 4,585mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen ID.4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 472L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 543L in the Volkswagen ID.4, giving the Volkswagen ID.4 a 71L advantage.

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: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen ID.4). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has longer coverage.