2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs. 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs. 2022 Toyota Rav4 Prime
Posted on June 17, 2022
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) has been reigning in the PHEV SUVs segment, so how does it stack up when compared to another popular model, the Toyota RAV4 Prime? Let's find out what each of these vehicles offers.
Engine
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the 2022 RAV4 Prime each hold their own when it comes to engine specifications. The Outlander PHEV has a 2.4L four-cylinder engine, and it delivers 126 horsepower. The RAV4 Prime comes with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine, and it delivers 302 horsepower.
Infotainment System
The infotainment system in the Outlander PHEV and the RAV4 is very similar, but there are some differences that you should consider before making your purchase decision.
Both cars have an 8.0-inch touchscreen display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Both also come with Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities so that you can connect your phone to the car's network. However, while both have voice recognition capabilities, only Mitsubishi has Amazon Alexa integration.
Price
The Outlander PHEV has more comfort features than the RAV4 Prime, and the prices aren’t that different, but it does slightly costs more. The Outlander starts at $47,948 while the Toyota starts at 46,980.
Safety Features
The Outlander PHEV is one of the safest vehicles on the road today, with a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It has standard driver and passenger airbags, as well as front airbags. It also has a rearview camera for backing up safely.
Looking at the RAV4 Prime, it also has a five-star safety rating from NHTSA, and it comes with standard driver and passenger airbags. However, unlike the Outlander PHEV, it doesn’t have optional side airbags or rearview cameras.
Design
The Outlander PHEV has room for five passengers, but it only seats four people due to its size in the cargo area. The RAV4 Prime seats only five people and doesn’t have a cargo area because it’s smaller. The Outlander PHEV has a much bigger cargo area because of its size and design, which allows it to carry more items than the RAV4 Prime.
Both vehicles have similar features that make them attractive. They both have LED headlights (which help with visibility at night), automatic climate control systems (which regulate temperature), and USB ports in their dashboards so you can charge your phone on the go!
Conclusion
We feel that the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime will be better than the 2022 Outlander PHEV. The Toyota RAV4 Prime has better acceleration, handling, and air conditioning. However, we really liked the Mitsubishi Outlander's features in comparison. It has a smoother drive and more quick-charge stations. You really won't be able to go wrong with either of these cars. So make the right pick for you today!