Even if you don't use it regularly, extra cargo space is always nice to have at your disposal and adds a degree of flexibility that cars can't offer. Fortunately, you don't have to sacrifice city-friendly dimensions and maneuverability to upgrade the utility of your daily drives. If you're looking to trade your car for something a little more versatile, but without imposing space requirements, a crossover SUV is an ideal choice.
Here at Ourisman Mitsubishi in Marlow Heights, our two most popular models are crossovers: the Outlander and Outlander Sport. Their names are pretty much the same, and at first glance, these two models appear quite similar, but their experiences are appreciably unique. Each model serves significantly different customer needs, so it's important to select the right one. Fortunately, that's pretty easy, and we've highlighted a few key differences to help you in your search.
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
As a compact crossover, the Outlander Sport is well-suited for negotiating heavy Washington DC traffic and tight parking spaces. But despite its smaller dimensions, the Outlander Sport offers comfortable seating for up to five riders and nearly 50 cubic feet of maximum cargo capacity with the rear seats folded. Its primary engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder rated at 148 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque, while GT models get a small power boost from a 2.4-liter engine (168 horsepower, 167 pound-feet of torque). A continuously variable transmission comes standard, and all-wheel-drive is optional on any model.
2021 models come standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, LED headlights with automatic high beams, a 7-inch touchscreen, collision mitigation, and lane departure warning.
Mitsubishi Outlander
If your Hyattsville family needs additional seatbelts, or if you'd like even more cargo space, consider the Mitsubishi Outlander. This midsize three-row crossover seats seven and provides up to 63 cubic feet of max storage capacity. Despite the third row, the Outlander maintains a conveniently compact physical footprint, so you can go from carpooling to commuting without worrying about space requirements. Outlander comes equipped with a standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine (166 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque), while GT models turn things up a notch with a 3.0-liter V-6 (224 horsepower and 215 pound-feet of torque. Mitsubishi's Super All-Wheel Control with Active Yaw Control comes standard on GT and is available on supporting trims.
Standard features include heated front seats and dual-zone climate control. Climbing the trim ladder, customers can add amenities like a sunroof, blind-spot monitoring, leather upholstery, premium audio, and adaptive cruise control.
If you'd like more information about these Mitsubishi crossovers, their available options and financing offers, or scheduling a test drive, please reach out to Ourisman Mitsubishi at your convenience. We'll be happy to assist you.