Mitsubishi Outlander Touchscreen: 7-Inch vs. 8-Inch, Which Fits Your Year?

Mitsubishi changed touchscreen hardware on the Outlander more than once across recent generations, and the two most common factory sizes, 7-inch and 8-inch, are not interchangeable. Ordering the wrong one means the digitizer won't match your ribbon cable, connector, or mounting, even if the screen looks similar in photos. Here's how to tell which size your Outlander actually has before you order a replacement.

The Short Version

The 7-inch digitizer is built for the 2018 Outlander and Outlander PHEV, matching OE part numbers 8741A001 or 8741A006. The 8-inch digitizer is built for 2019-2022 Outlander, Outlander Sport, Mirage, and Mirage G4 models, matching OE reference C080VTN03. Years outside these ranges may use different display systems entirely, so year alone is a starting point, not a guarantee.

2018 Outlander: The 7-Inch System

The 7-inch digitizer applies to the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander (ES, LE, SE, SEL, GT trims, 2.4L L4 or 3.0L V6 gas) and 2018 Outlander PHEV (SEL, GT trims, 2.0L L4 plug-in hybrid), fitted with the factory touchscreen matching OE reference 8741A001 or 8741A006.

There is some possible crossover into adjacent model years, but it isn't guaranteed. The 2017 Outlander may fit on select 7-inch display systems only, and the 2019 Outlander or Outlander PHEV may fit if the original display matches OE 8741A001 or 8741A006 with an identical ribbon cable, connector, and pin layout. The 2020-2022 Outlander is not recommended under the 7-inch listing at all, since later models typically moved to the 8-inch or larger display systems.

2019-2022 Outlander: The 8-Inch System

The 8-inch digitizer applies to 2019-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, Outlander Sport, Mirage, and Mirage G4 vehicles equipped with the factory 8-inch infotainment system, matching OE display reference C080VTN03, with additional compatible reference numbers 8740A040, 8740A130, 8740A098, 8740A103, 8740A042, 8740A100, and 8740A101.

Unlike the 7-inch listing, the 8-inch digitizer comes in four separate variants that are not interchangeable with each other: With Knobs + Navigation, With Knobs + Non-Navigation, No Knobs + Navigation, and No Knobs + Non-Navigation. Before ordering, confirm whether your radio has physical knobs, whether your system has factory navigation, and whether your screen's button layout matches the version you're selecting.

Why Year Alone Isn't Enough

Because Mitsubishi used different display hardware across close model years, and because the 8-inch system itself splits into four button and navigation configurations, model year narrows things down but doesn't confirm fitment on its own. The safest way to order correctly is to compare your factory screen size, OE reference number, ribbon cable, connector style, and pin layout against the listing before purchasing, rather than relying on year and trim alone.

What These Replacements Will and Won't Fix

Both the 7-inch and 8-inch digitizers are touch-layer-only replacements, not full LCD or radio assemblies. They're designed to correct touchscreen not responding (fully or in specific areas), cracked, scratched, or shattered glass, ghost touching from a damaged digitizer, worn or delaminated surface coating, and screens that still display normally but no longer respond correctly to touch.

They will not fix a blank or black screen, no power, backlight failure, LCD lines, bleeding, discoloration, or dead pixels, Bluetooth, CarPlay, Android Auto, radio, amp, or navigation issues, or wiring, fuse, battery, board, or head-unit failures. If your screen's image itself is missing, distorted, dark, or damaged rather than just the touch response, that points to the LCD or head unit, and needs separate diagnosis before ordering either digitizer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my Outlander has the 7-inch or 8-inch screen?

Model year is the starting point, 2018 typically points to the 7-inch system and 2019-2022 typically points to the 8-inch system, but confirm by measuring your screen and comparing your OE part number and ribbon cable connector against the listing before ordering, since some years have possible crossover in either direction.

My 2019 Outlander might use either size. How do I confirm which one I have?

2019 sits right at the boundary between the two systems. Compare your original display against OE reference 8741A001/8741A006 for the 7-inch system or C080VTN03 for the 8-inch system, and check that the ribbon cable, connector, and pin layout are identical before ordering either one.

Why does the 8-inch digitizer have four different versions?

Mitsubishi built the 8-inch Outlander radio with different button and navigation configurations depending on trim. The digitizer has to match your specific radio's knob style and navigation setup, since these versions are not interchangeable with each other.

Will either digitizer fix a black or blank screen?

No. Both are touchscreen digitizer replacements only. A blank or black screen, no power, or backlight failure points to the LCD or head unit, not the touch layer, and needs separate diagnosis.

Do I need to reprogram anything after installing either digitizer?

No. Both are direct-fit digitizer replacements that reuse your original radio, LCD, trim, wiring, and factory programming. No programming is normally required.

About the Author

About the Author: Daniel Gigante has over 18 years of experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on vehicle technology, infotainment systems, and real-world reliability. He writes about automotive design, touchscreen usability, and how modern technology impacts everyday driving.