This Little Mitsubishi SUV Now Starts at $25,505MitsubishiThe 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is once again available with front-wheel drive, dropping its base price to $25,505.The least expensive all-wheel-drive Outlander Sport starts at $28,605, with the top-of-the-line SEL opening at $32,210.Every copy of Mitsubishi's subcompact SUV is powered by a 148-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 168-hp 2.4-liter four-banger; both engines pair with a CVT.Looking for a truly affordable new car in this economy can be like trying to find something expensive at Walmart. Not only is there a growing shortage of sub-$30,000 vehicles, but new cars and SUVs usually get more expensive year over year. However, that's not the case with the 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The admittedly aging subcompact crossover is once again available with front-wheel drive, which basically represents a $1500 discount.MitsubishiFor 2027, the Outlander Sport now starts at $25,505. That's for the base-level S trim with FWD, but last year, it was only available with all-wheel drive and started at $27,005. While that configuration is no longer available, the least expensive AWD Outlander Sport is the ES, which now starts at $28,605. Of course, if you can live without the extra rear-axle traction and want something better equipped than the base model, you can get a '27 Outlander Sport for between $27,105 and $29,595.MitsubishiEvery Outlander Sport except the top-of-the-line SEL features a 148-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The fanciest model features a 168-hp 2.4-liter four-banger, which is notably underpowered compared with turbocharged rivals like the 190-hp Kia Sportage and the 250-hp Mazda CX-30. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is also standard across the board. For those who still find the Mitsubishi appealing but want a more distinct aesthetic, the AWD-only Ralliart and Trail Edition trim levels start at $31,620 and $31,965, respectively.➡️ Skip the lot. Let Car and Driver help you find your next car.Shop New Cars Shop Used CarsYou Might Also LikeGift Guide: Best Ride-On Electric Cars for KidsFuture Cars Worth Waiting For: 2025–2029