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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 598 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

598

Avg Mileage

31,207 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,187

Is the 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.

At 3 years old, 85% of MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 598 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,207 miles.

How does the 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3097th out of 3,373(top 92%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models151th out of 408(top 37%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-7% (92% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average+5% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT has 31,207 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 85%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2360cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,187
Per month£182/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202185%59831,207 mi
202091%1,45437,829 mi
201994%37445,796 mi

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About the 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT

The 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT is a large car with a 2360cc petrol engine. 598 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 31,207 miles at 3 years old, MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT Fuel Costs

The 2360cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,187 (£182/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT Reliability Trend

Older MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVTs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 6 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN PHEV CVT

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: