Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a crossover SUV with seating for five people in two rows. Its body styling is sporty with a sloped coupe-profile roofline. Power comes from a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine that delivers peppy performance, but fuel economy lags behind competing models. Eclipse Cross is available in six trim levels, and all-wheel drive has been standard on all trims since the 2024 model year. Prior to that, all-wheel drive was standard on the highest trims but was optional or not available on lower-trim models.
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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The Eclipse Cross was named after the popular Mitsubishi Eclipse sport coupe, but apart from the name, there's no connection to the old Eclipse. This is a fully modern compact crossover SUV. Competitors include industry heavyweights such as the Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross, as well as the Mazda CX-30, Subaru Crosstrek, and Kia Seltos.
The Eclipse Cross often beats competitors on price, but its driving dynamics lack sophistication. That said, its small size makes it nimble in urban environments, and the long list of standard features is commendable. With its gas-fueled 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, the Eclipse Cross returns an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving.
Reviewers suggest the mid-level SE trim as the best value for your money in the Eclipse Cross line.Model highlights
Compact crossover SUV
Four-cylinder turbocharged engine
Continuously variable transmission
Front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
Seating for five passengers
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2025 - present
2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Highlights
All-wheel drive becomes standard on all trims
SE Special Edition and SEL Special Edition trim levels discontinued
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2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Highlights
Exterior styling updated
New infotainment system on all trims
Updated and retuned suspension
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2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Highlights
Model year skipped; updated 2022 model released in early 2021
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2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Highlights
All-wheel drive no longer standard on lower trim levels
Additional driver-assist features on SE trim level
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2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Highlights
First year for the all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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Jeff Zurschmeide has been an automotive journalist for more than 20 years, covering the new car business as well as motorsports and industry news. He lives in Tillamook, Oregon, at the confluence of great roads, nice weather, and plenty of space for a collection of strange old automobiles.
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