2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC) | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
16V458000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New…
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that…
Reported June 23, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.