The nearly flat roof has rack rails, a spoiler and shark fin antenna. The sides have a distinct line running from the front doors to the rear LED tail lights that frame the lift gate. The bold front end with an updated grille, LED head, fog and daytime running lights sets the design stage. For 2020, the Outlander Sport has a restyled exterior, making for its best quality. The current Outlander Sport platform was launched in 2011, so in the automotive world it is getting on in years.
There was no fading from the four-wheel disc ABS system, which was aided by the electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, and stability and traction control. Stopping was average for what we have tested in this category. The Outlander Sport has a short turning radius, which was greatly appreciated when whipping a U-turn. However, there was noticeable body roll when cornering, so don’t think the “Sport GT” badging means you will be driving a sporty crossover. This delivered power to all four wheels for the best traction. The Nexen 225/55/18 all-season tires gripped well, especially when putting the transmission in the AWD driving mode. The steering input could provide more accurate road feedback. The suspension and ride is sloppy, with even the smallest road imperfections or undulations being felt. Once on the open road at freeway speeds, things didn’t improve. But the Outlander Sport, even driving at slower city speeds had a washy ride, where the mildest of corners gave a swaying feeling. Usually in-town, say up to 35 mph, all cars feel pretty much the same, as in nothing notable to report. The Outlander Sport GT AWC, tipping the scales at 3,153 pounds, was an interesting driving experience. Once up to freeway speeds, it cruised along nicely. In a few 0-to–60 runs using the Sport driving mode, we averaged a capable 8.0 seconds. The engine and transmission combination was not as smooth as others in the category, and it was noisy–both engine and the CVT. So if it is fuel economy you are seeking for your all-wheel drive crossover, going with the larger engine isn’t sacrificing much. The EPA fuel economy rating of 23 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined is only one mpg less than if you opt for the base 2.0-liter engine that puts out 148 hp and 145 lb.-ft. Running on 87 octane gasoline, the engine puts out 168 horsepower (hp) and 167 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) of torque, driving the front wheels through a constant velocity transmission (CVT). The all-wheel control, not all-wheel drive, 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport GT is powered by a 2.4-liter, 16-valve DOHC four-cylinder engine.
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