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Ford Ranger vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Ford Ranger vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Ford Ranger

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Mitsubishi Outlander

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Outlander is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,591 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers considerably more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 43 km more than the Ford Ranger.

Outlander

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 Mitsubishi Outlander offers very slightly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Outlander is somewhat lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries visibly more – 989 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 394 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander holds a solid overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
Ford Ranger
Mitsubishi Outlander

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Ford Ranger
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
-
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mitsubishi
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