Used 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander for Sale nearLos Angeles, CA

How much does the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander cost?

Prices have softened 4.10% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 308 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander a good car?

Yes — it earns a 4.5/5 user rating and a 6.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

The Outlander’s appeal is strongest if you want modern tech and safety features in a value-oriented SUV. It is not at the front of the SUV pack, and it rides on an older platform, but it still delivers the kind of connectivity and driver-assistance equipment many shoppers want right now.

The market also shows 34.4% good and great deals, which suggests you can still find attractive pricing if you shop carefully.

Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Outlander’s value case is reinforced by its strong warranty coverage and its focus on practical ownership costs. Its 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty is a meaningful ownership perk, and the model’s content mix suggests Mitsubishi prioritized durability-minded buyers who want useful features without paying luxury-SUV money.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that an older platform and middling driving refinement can make condition and maintenance history matter more than mileage alone.

What should I look for when buying a used 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander?

At 63.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are considering a higher-mileage example or one with prior bodywork. Focus on overall condition, signs of uneven wear, and whether the features you want are actually present on the trim you’re looking at.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The ES comes standard with 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped shift knob, a 7-inch touch screen display, HD radio, Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, remote keyless entry, and dual-zone climate control. The SE adds fog lights, color-keyed side mirrors with integrated turn signals, a power sunroof, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The LE adds the upgraded black front bumper appliqué, black door accents and side-view mirror housing, power-folding side-view mirrors, black roof rails, 18-inch black-painted wheels, a black headliner and pillars, and blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. The SEL adds rain-sensing wipers, auto on-off headlights, chrome exterior accents, silver roof rails, blind-spot monitoring, lane-change assist, a power liftgate, standard leather seating, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The GT adds LED headlights, LED fog lights, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, and a power sunroof.
• Powertrain: Most trims use a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 166 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive. The GT uses a 3.0-liter V6 with 224 hp and 215 lb-ft, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters. The four-cylinder setup is described as underpowered, while the V6 is the stronger choice if you want more performance.
• Safety package: Standard safety features include a reversing camera, a full array of airbags, traction control, tire pressure monitoring system, hill-start assist, and active stability control. The SEL Touring Package adds forward-collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. The GT Touring package adds the same driver-assistance features.
• Infotainment: The base system uses a 7-inch touch screen display, and the Outlander offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The tech setup is one of the model’s strongest selling points, especially if smartphone integration matters to you.
• Fuel efficiency: The base engine with front-wheel drive returns 25 mpg city, 30 highway, and 27 combined. The all-wheel-drive test car does 1 less in each category. The GT with the V6 is estimated at 20 mpg city, 27 highway, and 22 combined.

Which 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander trim should I buy?

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander is offered in 5 trim levels: ES, SE, LE, SEL and GT.

Here's the short version:

• ES: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Outlander experience with the 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, HD radio, dual-zone climate control, and keyless entry. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and can live without the extra convenience and safety features found higher up.
• SE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, heated front seats, a power sunroof, fog lights, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• LE: This trim is mainly about appearance and added confidence features, with blacked-out exterior accents, power-folding mirrors, and blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert. It suits you if you want a more distinctive look and extra driver awareness tech.
• SEL: This is the more upscale choice, adding leather seating, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, blind-spot monitoring, lane-change assist, and a power liftgate. It’s the trim to target if you want a more complete daily-driver setup.
• GT: This is the range-topper, and it stands apart with the V6 engine, paddle shifters, LED lighting, and standard all-wheel drive. Choose it if you want the strongest powertrain and the most fully equipped Outlander.

The safety-package-equipped Touring versions add forward-collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop but still need to move quickly on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 308 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.10% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 63.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $10,755, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander's resale value?

The current average of $11,081 sits slightly below last year's $11,555.

That decline suggests the Outlander is still moving down the depreciation curve, so a future seller should expect value to be influenced more by condition, trim, and equipment than by the badge alone. The current pricing also indicates that the market is rewarding shoppers who are willing to compare listings carefully.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander safe?

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander earns an overall five-star rating from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover, and five-star ratings in side crash testing.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety features include a reversing camera, a full array of airbags, traction control, tire pressure monitoring system, hill-start assist, and active stability control. The SEL Touring Package adds forward-collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams, while the GT Touring package adds the same driver-assistance features.

Should I buy a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2018 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2018 if:

• 34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 63.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.10% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It stands out for delivering the latest driver-assistance and infotainment technology while still being a value-oriented SUV.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of price, modern tech, and safety features, the 2018 is the one to target. If you are especially price-sensitive, you can still shop aggressively within this year’s inventory and focus on the cleanest, best-equipped examples rather than stretching for a newer model.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.