2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross review
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Pros
- Extroverted exterior design
- Peppy turbocharged four-cylinder
- User-friendly controls
Cons
- Vague steering
- Smallish cargo area
- Uneven ride quality
Mileage (EPA estimate)
25 city, 26 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a stylish and value-packed compact SUV
The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact SUV with head-turning looks, available all-wheel drive, and a peppy turbocharged engine that’s easy on a fuel budget. This turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder works in cooperation with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard in the base ES trim, while the rest of the Eclipse Cross lineup gets all-wheel drive.
In terms of size and price, the new Eclipse Cross is positioned between Mitsubishi’s subcompact Outlander Sport and the larger and more expensive Outlander. Rivals include the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Taos, and Chevrolet Equinox. There is plenty of stretch-out space in the Eclipse Cross and about 22 cubic feet of cargo room behind the folding rear seatback. Keep in mind that the Eclipse Cross is on the smaller side for its class, important to note if hauling lots of stuff is a daily driving routine for you.
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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross trims
ES:
- 152-hp, 184-lb-ft of torque 1.5L
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
LE:
- Includes all features available on the ES
- Android Auto
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Apple CarPlay
- View our Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LE inventory
SE:
- Includes all features available on the LE
- Front Seat Heaters
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Smart Key
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SEL:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Power Seats
- Head Up Display
- Leather Seats
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross photos
5 reasons to buy the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
What We Like
Turbo four-cylinder: The 152-hp turbo four-cylinder does a fine job of getting the Eclipse Cross down the road. It’s also reasonable in terms of fuel economy, with the base model posting an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined in a mix of city and highway driving.
Adding all-wheel drive knocks this down by only 1 mpg, and it’s worth noting the Eclipse Cross is happily running on regular-grade gasoline.Sporty design: Mitsubishi has done a great job of giving the Eclipse Cross a shape that stands out among small SUVs. This could appeal to younger car shoppers who want something practical that doesn’t fade into the background.
Cabin quality: We’ll be the first to admit interior quality has not always been a strong suit of Mitsubishi vehicles. Credit is due for the improvement seen in the Eclipse Cross, however. The materials used throughout the interior are attractive and feel robust.
What Needs Improvement
Wayward steering: When puttering around at city speeds, the Eclipse Cross has light steering that makes it agile and easy to place. But at higher speeds, the handling feels increasingly vague and the uneven ride quality doesn’t help matters. Unfortunately, the racy shape of the Eclipse Cross promises more than the driving dynamics offer.
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross features and specs
ES 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.5L
Horsepower
152
Torque (ft-lbs)
184
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
16.6
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
173.4"
Width
71.1"
Height
66.3"
Leg room
F 40.9"/R 35.3"
Head room
F 39.5"/R 37.3"
Front tires
P215/70HR16
Rear tires
P215/70HR16
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross FAQ
The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- ES : 26 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- LE : 25 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- SE : 25 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- SEL : 25 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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