2020 Mitsubishi Outlander - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander belongs to a Mitsubishi Outlander lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 8 model years, from 2018 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.4L, 2.0L, 3.0L. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (av-s6). The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2018) and later (2026) Outlander model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.0 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Diamond ATF SP-III transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 15 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around electrical system (5), air bags (3), electrical system,unknown or other (3). A representative report reads: "I made an appt for a recall on my touchscreen at Hayward mitsubishi on may 27th 2025. I was left in the waiting room for two hours even with an appt. I was..." There are 3 safety recalls on record; one covers: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 25 city / 30 highway MPG, 27 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,600.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.0 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| EPA combined | 27 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 3 |
| Technical service bulletins | 83 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.