Discover the perfect blend of style, sophistication, and spirit with the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2025 Kia Sportage. These two-row crossover SUVs offer a modern, tech-packed cabin with premium comforts, as well as confidence-enhancing safety innovations for optimized peace of mind. To help you decide which SUV is the right fit for your lifestyle, the Southlake Mitsubishi team near South Haven, IN, has provided the following detailed 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs. Kia Sportage comparison.
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2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2025 Kia Sportage are crafted to make a strong impression on the road while offering unique elements that set them apart. Both offer vibrant LED daytime running lights, taillights, fog lights, and headlights for superior visibility day or night. Available roof rails help expand your cargo-carrying capabilities in either model. Additionally, available heated side view mirrors enhance convenience during cold-weather drives.
Notable exterior differences include:
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the 2025 Kia Sportage both deliver refined cabins that offer a practical approach to daily driving. Shared features like heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel add a touch of relaxation and comfort to your everyday commute. When you want to enhance connectivity, the Outlander Sport and Sportage offer Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, as well as Bluetooth®, for easy navigation through music, apps, and phone calls. Additionally, both models offer front and rear USB ports, so everyone can charge up their devices on the go.
Notable interior differences include:
No matter the trip, the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2025 Kia Sportage are ready to take you there with ease and comfort. Both SUVs offer two rows of seating for up to five passengers. While offering more compact quarters, the Outlander Sport provides 41.6 inches of front legroom, allowing you to stretch out on the go. When all seats are in use, you can access up to 21.7 cubic feet of cargo space. Fold the rear seats flat to free up to 49.5 cubic feet of cargo space.
The Kia Sportage comes in close second with 41.4 inches of front legroom. When both rows are upright, you can access up to 39.6 cubic feet of cargo space for belongings, and with the rear row folded flat, you have up to 74.1 cubic feet of cargo space.
See the accompanying chart for a comparison of size and cargo specifications.
| Five | Seating | Five |
|---|---|---|
| 171.9 in. | Exterior Length | 183.5 in. |
| 105.1 in. | Wheelbase | 108.5 in. |
| 39.4 / 37.9 in. | Headroom (Front/Rear) | 39.6 / 39.4 in. |
| 41.6 / 36.3 in. | Legroom (Front/Rear) | 41.4 / 41.3 in. |
| 49.5 cu.-ft. | Max. Cargo Volume | 74.1 cu.-ft. |
| 21.7 cu.-ft. | Cargo Volume Behind Second Row | 39.6 cu.-ft. |
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2025 Kia Sportage put safety first, offering modern technologies that help you drive with peace of mind. Shared features include a standard rearview camera for optimized visibility when parking, especially when paired with rear parking assist. You can also find helpful driver assistance systems like forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, and automatic high beams on either SUV. For optimized awareness on the go, the Sportage exclusively offers a blind spot monitor and a surround view monitor.
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport puts confidence at the forefront of all modern exploration. Choose from two engine options depending on your selected trim — a 2.0L inline four-cylinder (I4) and a 2.4L I4 — both equipped with a continuously variable transmission. Additionally, the Outlander Sport comes standard with an All-Wheel Control system, which closely monitors the road and adjusts power and traction as needed. Maximize your time on the open road with up to 23 city and 29 highway MPG in the Outlander Sport.
At over ten inches longer than the Outlander Sport, the 2025 Kia Sportage naturally offers increased cargo volume — up to 74.1 cubic feet behind the first row and 39.6 cubic feet behind the second row. Additionally, the Sportage only offers one 2.5L I4 engine to choose from. If fuel economy is a priority, you can achieve up to 25 city and 32 highway MPG in the Sportage.
Curious if the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the right fit? Use our helpful comparison guides to place it against similar models, and examine performance, features, and value to make an informed decision.
Southlake Mitsubishi is here to help you dive deeper into the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. See exterior color options, interior amenities, and performance specifications with our Outlander Sport review. Compare each model’s features with our detailed Outlander Sport trims guide. Additionally, you can get a comprehensive look at the Outlander Sport cabin with our interior overview.
