Outlander starts $5,601 lower. Outlander wins efficiency by 1.7 L/100 km. Outlander gives you 1,183 L more cargo room. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$41,999
Preferred AWD
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
$46,666
3 tracked trims
$36,398
1 tracked trims
| Metric | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Mitsubishi Outlander | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $41,999 Preferred AWD | $36,398 Outlander 4WD | $5,601 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $46,666 3 tracked trims | $36,398 1 tracked trims | $10,268 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 10.4 L/100 km XRT | 8.7 L/100 km Outlander 4WD | 1.7 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 764 L Best published cargo figure | 1,947 L Best published cargo figure | 1,183 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | 2,268 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | 907 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | 1,361 kg more |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 4 features XRT at $47,499 | 2 features Core coverage still thin | Only Hyundai full |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 5 features Ultimate AWD at $50,499 | 2 features Core coverage still thin | Only Hyundai full |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: IIHS n/a · NHTSA n/a and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Hyundai Santa Cruz, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Mitsubishi Outlander.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
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Doesn’t reach it
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Doesn’t reach it
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
Blind Spot Warning
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Doesn’t reach it
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
Lane Keep Assist
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$47,499
XRT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Leatherette seating surfaces; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leatherette Seats
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
Power Panoramic Sunroof
$50,499
Ultimate AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers
$36,398
Outlander 4WD
Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium speaker audio system
$41,999
Preferred AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; LED headlights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob
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Doesn’t reach it
$50,499
Ultimate AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers
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Doesn’t reach it
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
| Equipment | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Mitsubishi Outlander | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Adaptive cruise controlExpanded Only Outlander reaches adaptive cruise control. | — Doesn’t reach it | $36,398 Outlander 4WD Adaptive Cruise Control | Right only |
Blind-spot supportExpanded Only Outlander reaches blind-spot support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $36,398 Outlander 4WD Blind Spot Warning | Right only |
Lane-keep supportExpanded Only Outlander reaches lane-keep support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $36,398 Outlander 4WD Lane Keep Assist | Right only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Mitsubishi Outlander | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Outlander unlocks it $11,101 sooner. | $47,499 XRT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Leatherette seating surfaces; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leatherette Seats | $36,398 Outlander 4WD Power Panoramic Sunroof | Right sooner |
Premium audioExpanded Outlander unlocks it $14,101 sooner. | $50,499 Ultimate AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers | $36,398 Outlander 4WD Dynamic Sound Yamaha Premium speaker audio system | Right sooner |
Premium upholsteryExpanded Only Santa Cruz reaches premium upholstery. | $41,999 Preferred AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; LED headlights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Seat memoryExpanded Only Santa Cruz reaches seat memory. | $50,499 Ultimate AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Reasons to pick Hyundai Santa Cruz
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
Preferred AWD
Outlander 4WD
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | Preferred AWD | $41,999 | 10.7 L/100 km | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | Outlander 4WD | $36,398 | 8.7 L/100 km | 2 |