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VW Touareg vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (462 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touareg or Mitsubishi Outlander?

VW Touareg vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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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

Touareg

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.

Mitsubishi Outlander is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,459 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers clearly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 36 km more than the VW Touareg.

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 VW Touareg offers clearly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Touareg

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 terms of curb weight, VW Touareg is very slightly lighter – 2,059 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers visibly more boot space – 810 L compared to 498 L. That’s a difference of about 312 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries clearly more – 751 kg compared to 529 kg. That’s a difference of about 222 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.

from £42,800
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
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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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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4.7 (5 Reviews)
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Vinces
3 Jun 2026, 11:34:17

It's better to choose the modes yourself (electric/internal-combustion) than to let the car decide.
Plenty of storage, but small.
Good handling, reasonable fuel consumption off the highway, but penalizing on the highway.
Lots of annoying "driver-assistance" features, fortunately deactivatable, but you have to do it at every start.

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Mónica Tobón
8 May 2026, 17:25:26

Me gusta un carro más potente y la marca de fabricación Japonesa me gusta mucho

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Mark Joe
4 May 2026, 06:33:44

Best Outlander

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VW Touareg
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 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
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
VW
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drivetrain options does the VW Touareg have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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