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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Outlander Sport.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is specified with a 4.82-quart engine oil capacity utilizing 0W-20 viscosity oil. This model year has recorded one recall and 11 total owner complaints, with the top complaint area listed as "Unknown Or Other." Across the model's 2011-2026 history, these figures place the 2022 version significantly below the peak of 231 complaints seen in 2015 and closer to the 2024 low of one complaint.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.82 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque65.0-80.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 520 CCA battery, OE oil filter MZ690072. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 520 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/55R18 97HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMZ690072
Engine air filterMR968274
Fuel filter1770A263 alt 1770A265
Spark plug1822A068 alt 1822A069
Front wiper blades8250A815 alt 8250A174
Serpentine belt1340A150
Thermostat1305A803
Cabin air filter7803A109

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length185.4 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height68.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3594 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Outlander Sport of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.9–10.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.90 sec — 2018 SEL 2.4
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2020GT 2.4 AWC 2.4L I-48.00 sec16.20 sec168 hpAWD
2018SEL 2.4 2.4L I-47.90 sec16.20 sec168 hpAWD
2018SEL 2.4 2.4L I-48.50 sec16.50 sec168 hpAWD
2017Limited Edition 2.0 2.0L I-49.50 sec17.50 sec148 hpAWD
2015GT 2.4 2.4L I-48.60 sec16.70 sec168 hpAWD
2015SE 2.0 2.0L I-49.00 sec17.00 sec148 hpFWD
2011ES 2.0 2.0L I-48.30 sec16.50 sec148 hpFWD
2011SE 2.0 2.0L I-49.50 sec17.50 sec148 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.82 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 · DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 65.0-80.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to Use a new gasket: 26.0-32.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.3 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidMitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.29 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidMitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.3 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4 · DOT 3
Brake FluidDOT 4 · DOT 3

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new gasket: 26.0-32.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65.0-80.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.10 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46A
Oil Capacity2.4-3.0 oz
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.10 lbs
Oil GroupPAG

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 120,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 120,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport represents a dramatic improvement over the model's troubled earlier years, with only 11 complaints and 1 recall—down substantially from the peak of 231 complaints in 2015 and even from the 17 complaints recorded in 2021. This target year falls at the tail end of a consistent downward trend in complaints that began in 2016 after the model's problematic mid-cycle period, and the complaint count is among the lowest the generation has ever recorded. The single recall and zero crash or fire complaints further suggest this is among the more reliable iterations of the vehicle. While the top complaint areas include electrical system and powertrain issues, the absolute numbers are minimal and the data does not specify root causes. This combination of very low complaint volume, minimal recalls, and strong year-over-year improvement makes 2022 one of the better years to purchase within this generation.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
43
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
11
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 11 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other3
Electrical System1
Power Train,Electrical System,Engine1
Steering,Power Train,Electrical System1
Engine & Engine Cooling,Fuel System, Gasoline1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Unknown Or Other,Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train,Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V563000Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module:SoftwareReported 02/08/2022

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the… Remedy: Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 43 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB-25-54-0022026-03-30Electrical SystemThis revised Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to confirm that the SDA2 Audio…
PB-25-54-0022026-01-30Electrical SystemThis parts bulletin provides clarification on the correct part numbers to order / use…
TSB-25-54-0022026-01-29Electrical SystemThis Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to confirm that the SDA2 Audio Unit…
TECH TALK 2892025-11-21Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TIN-25-54-0072025-09-24Electrical SystemThis Technical Information Notice informs dealers that the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Outlander Sport take?

4.82 qt of Mitsubishi Motors Genuine 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Outlander Sport have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.