VERDICT · A REASONABLE STEP UP FROM THE BASE FOUR-CYLINDER
Mitsubishi Outlander 3.0L V6
is it a safe used buy?
The optional V6 on higher trims of this Outlander generation — noticeably stronger performance than the base MIVEC four-cylinder.
GENERATION2nd gen, V6 trims (2007–2013)
ENGINE3.0L V6
POWER220 hp
USED PRICE$8,500–14,000
How the engine fits this car
The optional V6 on higher trims of this Outlander generation — noticeably stronger performance than the base MIVEC four-cylinder.
A reasonably solid engine in its own right, though less common on the used market than the standard four-cylinder.
Mitsubishi Outlander-specific pros and cons
This is about the car itself — for engine-specific failure points, see the dedicated engine page below.
WHAT HOLDS UP WELL
- Noticeably stronger performance than the base four-cylinder
- No chronic issue of significant scale documented
- Reasonably practical interior packaging for the class
- Manufacturer warranty coverage, among the longest in the industry, may still apply on newer examples
WHAT TO WATCH
- Less common on the used market than the base four-cylinder
- Fuel economy trails the four-cylinder noticeably
- CVT shudder complaints, a separate transmission concern, are worth checking
- Specialist knowledge for Mitsubishi specifically is less widespread than for higher-volume brands
Pricing on the used market
Mileage band
Typical price
What to expect
Under 80,000 mi
$11,500–14,000
Lower-mileage, well-kept examples
80,000–130,000 mi
$9,800–11,500
Sweet spot, verify CVT fluid history
130,000+ mi
$8,500–9,800
Inspect CVT behaviour closely before buying
Pre-purchase checklist for this generation
Test drive under both light and firmer acceleration, feeling for CVT shudder or hesitation.
Ask whether CVT fluid has ever been serviced.
Beyond the CVT check, there's little engine-specific risk to flag.