Mitsubishi Outlander vs Isuzu MU-X

The Mitsubishi Outlander starts from $39,990 before on-road costs, while the Isuzu MU-X opens at $43,900. That makes the Mitsubishi Outlander the more affordable entry point by $3,910.

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 $43,989 and $48,290 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Isuzu MU-X by roughly $1,285 in fuel alone.

Both the Mitsubishi Outlander and Isuzu MU-X hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Mitsubishi Outlander and 86% for the Isuzu MU-X.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Isuzu MU-X packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 1 in the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander and 8 in the Isuzu MU-X.

The Mitsubishi Outlander features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Isuzu MU-X gets a 8-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Outlander stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Isuzu MU-X. The Isuzu MU-X counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mitsubishi Outlander uses a Petrol producing 135kW and 244Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.7 seconds.

The Isuzu MU-X responds with a Diesel making 120kW and 400Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander has the clear power advantage at 135kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mitsubishi Outlander is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Outlander measures 4,710mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 150mm shorter than the Isuzu MU-X at 4,860mm (2,855mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Isuzu MU-X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander and 311L in the Isuzu MU-X, giving the Mitsubishi Outlander a 167L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1500L vs 2138L. The Isuzu MU-X seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Isuzu MU-X leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,081/year for the Mitsubishi Outlander and $1,824/year for the Isuzu MU-X. That is a $257 annual difference in favour of the Isuzu MU-X.

Estimated annual total: $2,081 (Mitsubishi Outlander) vs $1,824 (Isuzu MU-X). The Isuzu MU-X saves you roughly $257 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander) vs 6 years / 150,000km (Isuzu MU-X). The Mitsubishi Outlander has longer coverage.