Discover Which SUV Provides the Better Family Experience
Discover Which SUV Provides the Better Family Experience
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2020 Subaru Forester
CAPACITY
Seating
Doors
ENGINE
Liters/Type
Horsepower (hp)
Torque (lb-ft)
TRANSMISSION
Type
DRIVETRAIN
Type
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Estimated Fuel Economy (city / hwy)
STARTING MSRP
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander ES
CAPACITY
6 Adults
4 Doors
ENGINE
4.3L EcoTec3 V6
285 @ 5,300
305 @ 3,900
TRANSMISSION
6-Speed Automatic
DRIVETRAIN
Rear-Wheel Drive
FUEL CONSUMPTION
15/20
STARTING MSRP
2020 Subaru Forester
CAPACITY
6 Adults
4 Doors
ENGINE
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
355 @ 5,600
383 @ 4,100
TRANSMISSION
8-Speed Automatic
DRIVETRAIN
4-Wheel Drive
FUEL CONSUMPTION
16/22
STARTING MSRP
Adding a Sleek Look to Your Family SUV
Sharp and chiseled from all angles—the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander brings a refined vibe to your travels. Move to the front, and the chrome grille details add a sophisticated touch to your rides. You’ll also find silver bumper accents for a sharp detail that’ll have heads turning when you roll up on the block—especially with the standard 18-inch two-tone wheels.
When you step inside, exhilarating rides await with a performance-driven engine and first-class comfort elevating your commutes and road trips. But how does this Mitsubishi SUV compete with its competition—like the 2020 Subaru Outlander? Today, we’ll see how these acclaimed rides stack up against each other. If you’re ready for an action-packed ride now, stop by McClinton Mitsubishi in Parkersburg, WV to test drive the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander today.
Adding a Sleek Look to Your Family SUV
Sharp and chiseled from all angles—the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander brings a refined vibe to your travels. Move to the front, and the chrome grille details add a sophisticated touch to your rides. You’ll also find silver bumper accents for a sharp detail that’ll have heads turning when you roll up on the block—especially with the standard 18-inch two-tone wheels.
When you step inside, exhilarating rides await with a performance-driven engine and first-class comfort elevating your commutes and road trips. But how does this Mitsubishi SUV compete with its competition—like the 2020 Subaru Outlander? Today, we’ll see how these acclaimed rides stack up against each other. If you’re ready for an action-packed ride now, stop by McClinton Mitsubishi in Parkersburg, WV to test drive the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander today.
Fuel-Efficient Meets Fun and Powerful
Take a ride in the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, and the fun never ends with your choice of two motors. Even the base 2.4L MIVEC engine offers 166 horsepower and 162 lb-ft torque for the power to get up and moving when you need it. Plus, with up to 30 highway mpg, you’ll enjoy getaways, road trips, and commutes without worrying about losing major funds in your wallet. Even bring some fun along on those trips by making use of the 2.4L motor’s 1,500-lb towing capacity.
When you want more power, the GT trim offers a 3.0L MIVEC V6 for 224 horsepower and 215 lb-ft torque for quick acceleration and the power to pass other vehicles on the highway with ease. Plus, with a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs, you’ll have no issues moving boats, trailers, powersport vehicles, and more.
To keep your rides responsive and smooth, the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander equips your drives with a standard CVT transmission. There’s also an available 6-speed automatic transmission with available paddle shifters when you’re ready to take control and enjoy the drive at your personal pace. You’ll also handle impeccably on the road with the available Super All-Wheel Control System, which adds extra traction along with four driving modes to optimize your drives (Normal, Snow, Gravel, and S-AWC ECO Mode).
By comparison, the 2020 Subaru Forester only offers one motor—a 2.5L DOHC engine with 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft torque with a CVT gearbox. The power-to-weight ratio is almost the same as the Outlander’s base trim (3,449 lbs. in the Subaru SUV vs 3,329 in the Mitsubishi model), allowing for fun drives. However, when you compare the top-trim 2020 Forester Touring to the top-trim 2020 Outlander GT 3.0, the Mitsubishi V6 motor wins out with 42 more horsepower and 39 more lb-ft torque—allowing for more speed and acceleration. The 2020 Forester also packs a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, which works for utility trailers and light vehicles, but it’s also half the capacity you’ll find with the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Comfort and Pampering for Three Rows
Inside the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, you’ll find three rows with ample space for seven passengers to fit comfortably inside and enjoy luxurious rides. During long trips, all riders will appreciate the standard lumbar support in all the seats. Even your second row can get in on the comfort with the standard rear-seat vents to cool off quickly in the summer or get some extra heat in the winter. Speaking of the winter months, heated front seats also come standard to help your body warm up faster. You’ll also have standard dual-zone climate controls so that you and your front-seat riders can set individual temperature settings at the same time without bickering—even if you want the warm air and your passenger craves a cool breeze.
Make your rides fun with the standard 7-inch display packing HD Radio® and Bluetooth® technology to make hands-free calls and listen to crisp theater-like audio. You can also opt for the available 8-inch Smartphone Link Display Audio system for Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® to sync you to your favorite music streaming apps while also keeping you updated on your text messages—all while you keep your eyes on the road.
Take a seat inside the 2020 Subaru Forester, and you’ll also find comfort with available heated front seats, available vents in the second-row, and available dual-zone climate controls. It’s close to the amenities you’ll find in the Mitsubishi SUV, but the 2020 Outlander packs these luxuries as standard features in all trims—granting the Mitsubishi model an edge. Plus, the 2020 Subaru Forester only offers five seats, which means two riders miss out on the fun when compared to the rides you’ll find in the seven-seat Mitsubishi Outlander.
For infotainment, the 2020 Subaru Forester offers a standard STARLINK® 6.5-inch display. You can also opt for an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Again, this round is close, but the 2020 Outlander pushes ahead with a larger standard infotainment display at seven inches.