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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Reviews

Owner Reviews

5(58%)
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Owners Say

Overall, owner sentiment is mixed. Many owners like the comfy ride, stylish look, good gas mileage, and helpful features like the touchscreen and safety tools. But other owners report slow speed pickup, seat comfort problems, and issues with the camera, lights, and other parts. A few owners also say the car has had reliability problems soon after buying it.
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Most Helpful Owner Review

Excellent choice of vehicle- 34 MPG HWY!
5 out of 5 stars
Mitsufan, 03/13/2022
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
Can't say enough about this vehicle. I'm 6'2 and with the front seat comfortably adjusted for me, I can still fit the back, pus the rear seats recline a bit for a more comfortable sitting position. The 2000 lb towing capacity is nice, I've hauled an open trailer filled with mulch (maybe 800 lb?) and it performed flawless, felt pretty stable throughout the trip- the owners manual does … recommend using premium fuel when towing. I did so, and the throttle response seemed better, as well as more power from the engine when accelerating and cruising. The engine is punchy and responsive on regular 87 when not towing and the S-AWC system works tremendously well on dirt and snow covered roads. My fuel mileage has far exceeded what the EPA says I should be getting. Most recent long highway trip netted me 34 mpg from pump-to-pump, hand calculated. The dash indicator showed me getting 34.5, so a little optimistic but not by much. If I had any complaints they'd be these- 1) Factory tires are pretty mediocre, new Continentals made a world of a difference 2) The gloss black plastic inside the cabin scratches if you look at it wrong. Had the exact same thing happen in Lincoln MKZ and Honda Accord, so not unexpected, just annoying. 3) The factory MPG ratings almost turned me away from test driving this vehicle. I don't know what the EPA was thinking when they rated it. Expect 25-27 city, low-to-mid 30's highway. Highly suggest at least test driving it, I really wasn't expecting much and really got blown away with how it performed. So far, I continue to be impressed. Definitely a contender against the RAV4 and the CR-V, which we cross shopped. UPDATE: 15/03/2023 Still performing flawlessly. We've found it does run out of breath a bit on the top end at high highway speeds but for us that's only on long trips and using premium seems to both alleviate it a bit and net better mpg. Otherwise regular 87 is fine for around town. We had the opportunity to tow a friend's powerboat out of a lake on a gravel boat launch last fall and despite weighing near the 2000 lb towing limit of the vehicle, it performed the duty with ease-we did have the 4WD system in gravel mode and it did help compared to leaving it in normal. I'm much more confident now in the event we get our own boat in the future. Our average mpg at the moment is 27.8, which after this past winter with all the snow and cold seems fine. Was still able to get 30 mpg on the highway, but am looking forward to getting up to near mid 30's as weather warms and improves. Still can't recommend this vehicle enough and look forward to it lasting us into the future.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, so we've included review for other years of the Eclipse Cross since its last redesign.

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Safety

Key safety features on the Eclipse Cross include:

  • Back-up camera
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Alarm
  • Tire Pressure Warning
  • Stability Control
  • Pre-collision safety system
  • Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash RatingRating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsRating
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
RolloverRating
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover18.5%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalNot Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Poor
Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Poor
Roof Strength TestNot Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested



FAQ

Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Eclipse Cross both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 Eclipse Cross gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Eclipse Cross has 23.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross:

  • No significant changes for 2025
  • Part of the first Eclipse Cross generation introduced for 2018
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Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross reliable?

To determine whether the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Eclipse Cross. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Eclipse Cross's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 Eclipse Cross gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Eclipse Cross is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

The least-expensive 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ES 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $27,345.

Other versions include:

  • ES 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $27,345
  • LE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $29,045
  • SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $30,145
  • Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $31,295
  • SEL 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $31,595
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What are the different models of Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

If you're interested in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, the next question is, which Eclipse Cross model is right for you? Eclipse Cross variants include ES 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT), LE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT), SE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT), and Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT). For a full list of Eclipse Cross models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in New York
$212/mo  for Eclipse Cross ES
vs
$267/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
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