Both SUVs are built using a frame specially engineered to absorb and redirect collision force away from the passenger cabin. The HR-V comes standard with the Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure, while the Mitsubishi Outlander utilizes the Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) Body Construction. Regardless of which model you choose, peace of mind is built right in.

The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport comes standard with an impressive lineup of standard safety systems. They include:

• Forward Collision Mitigation with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Departure Warning
• Automatic High Beams

Thanks to Honda Sensing®, the HR-V offers a similar set of safety features. What’s the difference? They’re only available on higher trim levels.

You’ll find seating for five in both models. They also provide right around 39 inches of front headroom, so you’ll have plenty of room to stretch out. You can also enjoy Automatic Climate Control in both models. It provides set-it-and-forget-it convenience, so you can enjoy your ideal temperature regardless of what Mother Nature has to say about it.

How about all that leather? That’s right, both the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Honda HR-V can be outfitted with leather-trimmed seats as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. That extra touch of luxury is sure to wow you every time you climb into the driver’s seat.

Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto—available with both models—give you the ability to sync your smartphone to the vehicle’s touchscreen for safe and easy access to your favorite tunes and apps. You’ll also have command over shared systems such as:

• Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
• HD Radio®
• SiriusXM®
• Voice Recognition

The Outlander Sport outdoes the competition with its available 8-inch Smartphone-Link Display. You’ll find it’s more user-friendly than the smaller, 7-inch display available in the HR-V.

Both SUVs come with an inline 4-cylinder engine, and the similarities end there. The engine of the Honda HR-V produces 141 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. You’ll get more excitement out of the Outlander Sport with 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque.

How’s the weather? Slick streets can be a challenge during the daily drive. Both the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and the Honda HR-V answer the call with available all-wheel drive, known as the All-Wheel Control system in the Outlander Sport. The Outlander Sport goes one more step further with its optional Drive Mode Selector.