BMW X1 vs Mitsubishi Outlander – Which one offers the better deal?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BMW X1 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4620 £.

Both cars consume an average of 0.80 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for range, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 85 km, about 2 km more than the BMW X1.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X1 has a slight edge – offering 326 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X1 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X1 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use: Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the BMW X1 is distinct lighter – 1575 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X1 offers barely noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X1 performs slightly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 196 L more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Outlander a bit takes the win – 595 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Our conclusion: The BMW X1 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, BMW X1 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.