2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport towing capacity
The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 1,500 to 3,500 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,500 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,120 | 1,223 |
| 2.0 ES 4dr Front-Wheel Drive | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,120 | 1,223 |
| 2.0 ES 4dr AWC | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,263 | 1,080 |
| 2.0 LE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,120 | 1,223 |
| 2.0 LE 4dr AWC | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,263 | 1,080 |
| 2.0 SE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,153 | 1,190 |
| 2.0 SE 4dr AWC | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,263 | 1,080 |
| 2.0 BE 4dr Front-Wheel Drive | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,120 | 1,223 |
| 2.0 BE 4dr AWC | — | 148 | 145 | — | 1,500 | — | 3,263 | 1,080 |
| 2.4 GT 4dr AWC | — | 168 | 167 | — | 3,500 | — | 3,296 | 1,047 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2020
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2021 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.