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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Outlander.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S6)

The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander is an SUV equipped with an automatic AV-S6 transmission and returns EPA-estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. In the context of the model's complaint history spanning 2003 through 2025, the 2016 model year logged 167 owner complaints — notably fewer than the peak of 233 recorded for 2015 but well above the 13 seen in 2025 — with the power train emerging as the top complaint area and 11 recalls issued for this year. This positions the 2016 Outlander as an improvement over its immediate predecessor yet still reflecting a period of elevated reported issues relative to later iterations.

Model year202520242023202220202019201820172016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy25/30/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 520 CCA battery, OE oil filter MZ690072. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 520 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size4WD:P225-75R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMZ690072
Engine air filterMR968274
Fuel filter1770A309 alt 1770A308
Spark plug1822A088 alt 1822A067
Front wiper bladesMZ693015 alt MZ693021
Serpentine belt1340A150 alt 1340A132
ThermostatMD194988 alt 1305A803
Cabin air filter7803A109

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.5 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height66.1 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb weight3384 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 30 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Outlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

9.2–9.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 9.20 sec — 2016 SEL
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016SEL 2.4L I-49.20 sec17.00 sec166 hpAWD
2016SEL 2.4L I-49.30 sec17.30 sec166 hpAWD
2017GT V6 3.0L V67.60 sec16.00 sec224 hpAWD
2014GT V6 3.0L V67.80 sec16.20 sec224 hpAWD
2014SE 2.4L I-49.10 sec17.00 sec166 hpAWD
2014SE 2.4L I-410.20 sec17.90 sec166 hpAWD
2018PHEV Plug-In Hybrid GT 2.0L I-4 + Elec 2x60-kW 12.0-kWh9.20 sec17.20 sec190 hpAWD
2018PHEV Plug-In Hybrid GT 2.0L I-4 + Elec 2x60-kW 12.0-kWh9.70 sec17.50 sec190 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMitsubishi Diamond Queen CVTF-J4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.3
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilGL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.85 qt
Engine CoolantUse Mitsubishi long life coolant

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts57 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts33
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts32
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs17.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs12.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Transfer Case Fill Plug22.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug22.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub179.0-219.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub179.0-219.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)550-750 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)500-700 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerMitsubishi
Spark Plug Gap.039 - .043 in
Spark Plug Torque12-14 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMitsubishi

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.00-1.15 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.37 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance520 cca
Standard BCI Group Number24F

Service checks

RPM47 @ idle rpm

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 28-; Rear: 28-
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 67-; Rear: 39-; Front: 67-; Rear: 38-
ABS Sensor Torque6 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.080; Rear: 0.080 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .960; Rear: .330
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0006
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0024; Rear: .0032

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Do not reuse any bolts. Coat new bolts with specified engine oil.

133.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
2152.5 degrees152.5 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash)
Every 45,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Timing Belt (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The Mitsubishi Outlander's federal record reveals a notable peak in complaints and Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) between 2015 and 2016. The 2016 model recorded 167 complaints and 11 recalls, with the most frequent reports involving the Power Train (46) and Service Brakes (12). While this is an improvement over the 233 complaints seen in 2015, it remains significantly higher than the 51 complaints reported for 2017. Positioned at the end of this high-complaint arc, the 2016 model also saw 9 crash complaints and one fire complaint, though the data does not specify the root causes. Because reported issues drop so sharply in the following model year, 2016 is not the ideal year to buy.

11
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
187
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
167
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 167 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train46
Service Brakes12
Exterior Lighting9
Structure9
Unknown Or Other7
Latches/Locks/Linkages7
Air Bags4
Engine4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 8 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V609000Electrical System:Starter Assembly:RelayReported 29/09/2017

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result… Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at…

17V233000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:LatchReported 06/04/2017

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open… Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 187 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB-23-55-0012026-02-12Visibility/WiperThis revised Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy noise from…
TECH TALK 2892025-11-21Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TIN-25-SR-002A2025-10-08StructureThis Technical Information Notice informs dealers that MMNA is investigating the field…
TECH TALK 2812024-08-07Fuel/Propulsion SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TSB-16-54-001REV2024-07-23Electrical SystemThis Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 Outlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Outlander get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 30 highway / 27 combined mpg.