2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

The newest Eclipse Cross trims are a total of four in number. The base is called ES. Above that LE joins the team. The SE is the most demanding model, while the SEL is the top spec. All models contain a turbocharged 1.5L engine with an all-wheel drive drivetrain by default. Four speaker audio system, cruise control, and automatic emergency braking.

Ahead of the features counted above in basic trim, the manufacturer also proposes some interior and exterior accessories options.

Interior Option–

• Tonneau cover
• Sports pedals

Exterior Options–

• Rear parking assist
• Black hood badge 
• Chrome hood badge
• Wheel locks
• Roof rack cross bars
• Front and rear mudguards
• Black lug nuts and wheel locks

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CARHP advice on choosing the SE trim. It has way more things to offer above the ES and LE. Auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual-zone climate control, leather-wrapped steering column, eight-way power adjustable driver seat, and keyless entry are such factors to consider a proper balance of value and features.

Release Date

This mid-size SUV is released into the market and is available for sale in your nearest showroom.

The fuel efficiency is average in the competition. The turbocharged engine manages an expected level of mileage. It gives a combined mpg of 26, showing 25 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highways. Combined range figures come out to 343.2 miles when driving 330 city miles and 369.6 highway miles on a complete refueling tank of 13.2 gallons.

Ford Escape pays off the price tag of being the most expensive vehicle by ensuring class-leading mileage numbers. Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross mpg numbers are better in the city and combined than Mazda CX-30. Chevy Equinox and the Escape carry equal fuel capacity (highest of all), thanks to bigger mpg figures, the Escapes rule over everyone to derive the best miles of range. Mazda CX-30 has the lowest fuel capacity.

The Interior is attractive. With the price it provides, the cabin material, and the layout suit. The elements used inside are neither supremely premium nor absolute poor. Eclipse opens arms sufficiently wide to let the people in without facing such an issue. Second-row door panels help keep gently with window controls. Front door panels also serve the same functionality, with seat adjustments. For the base trim, the cabin only supposes a single interior shade. The front and rear seats are not relaxing on basic trim. Things get better with the LE or SE trim levels where driver seats are equipped with heated front seats by default. Seats are promising for long drives–the heated steering wheel function optional on the SEL trim.

The dashboard layout seems busy. A standard 7-inch infotainment touchscreen sits at the center with two AC stuck underneath. The material quality of the dash feels solid with hard-touch plastic material. Total four AC vents. The steering column is not suited with leather wrapping unless you opt for the senior trims. Though, it is manually tilted and telescopic by default. Controls embedded in it are mainly in black accents. Little chrome traces on the dash. The center console acquires a normal size armrest with storage space. Thick chrome cladding surrounds it well and gains a bit of a modern look. The gear selector, rotary knob, and some control occupy the center console area.

It is visible that the Ford Escape showers the most spacious interior. It also impresses shoppers with its most cargo-carrying capacity in the segment. The rear seats of the Eclipse cross are highly congested when compared to rivals–they serve the least room to extend legs. The Cargo carrying capacity of Eclipse Cross tells it is scoring more marks than that of Mazda CX-30. Though the Mazda is good at passenger space in its front and second rows.

Highlights of the interior–

• 6-way driver and 4-way manually adjustable passenger seat
• 60-40 folding second-row seat 
• Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
• Power rear windows with fixed third-row windows
• Front and rear cupholder
• Remote keyless entry and push button start
• Cruise control with a steering wheel control
• Automatic air conditioning
• Driver footrest 
• Glove box
• Full cloth headliner
• Cloth fabric seating surface
• Daynight rearview mirror
• Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors
• Front map lights
• Fade to off interior lighting 
• Full carpet floor covering
• Cargo area concealed storage
• Cargo space lights
• Drive and passenger door bins
• Power door lock with auto-lock feature
• Manually adjustable front and rear head restraints
• Front center armrest
• Rear center armrest on the senior trim
• 1 seatback storage pocket
• Perimeter alarm
• Engine immobilizer
• 2 12V DC power outlet
• Air filtration

How intuitive is the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross infotainment system?

All the models come with an infotainment touchscreen system. Though, size matters with the trims one is looking for. The base ES carries a 7-inch touchscreen display but here’s a catch it is not equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The remaining three trims come with an 8-inch display and bless the connection to integrate your iPhone or Android device. In-dash navigation system. Both of the screens are not highly bright or intuitive as other manufacturers of the segment. Other physical controls are under reach and easily accessible. 4-speaker audio system.

Salient features of the infotainment system–

• FM Radio
• 7-inch display
• The 8-inch display on LE, SE, and SEL
• 4-speaker audio system
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Steering wheel controls
• Speed-compensated volume control
• Radio data system
• Automatic equalizer
• Integrated roof antenna
• One LCD monitor in front

No matter if the car gains good features, its external appearance scores full marks. It is a cute and compact-looking SUV. The front is converged toward the ground and harbors a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Two small lifted lines on the bonnet do not add value but look good. The sharp daytime LED lights with rounded LED headlights on either side. An all-black front grille gains a chrome Mitsubishi logo at the center. The front spoiler provides some fashionable elements with parking sensors mounted along. The side profile is minimal. The door handles are colored in the same clear-coated paint. It can be themed into four shades, we prefer its Labrador Black Pearl pallet which gives it a persona of a high-end performance SUV. Standard 16-inch wheels play around tires of proportion P215/45HR16. Door handles are in dual tone. Chrome surrounding window and door panels with SE and SEL. All-black roof rails. The rear end is straightforward. LED taillights that cling to the rear glass shield. Brake lights. Mitsubishi logo with Eclipse Cross written below. No visible exhaust tips.

The Chevy Equinox wheelbase is the longest, while the Mazda CX-30 has the shortest wheelbase. Mitsubishi Eclipse ground clearance tops in all. Mazda CX-30's curb weight is the highest in all, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse stands just behind it. Ford Escape is the most expensive car and shows the least ground clearance.

Highlights of the exterior design–

• 16-inch two-tone alloy wheels
• Compact spare tire mounted under the cargo 
• Clearcoat paint
• Body-colored front bumper
• Body-colored rear bumper
• Chrome window trim
• Black body cladding
• Body-colored door handles 
• Fixed rear window with fixed interval wiper and defroster
• Power-heated outside mirror with manual-folding
• Deep tinted glass 
• Variable intermittent wipers
• Galvanized steel panel
• Black grille
• Liftgate rear cargo access 
• Auto on-off projector-beam LED headlights and daytime running lights
• Front fog lamps
• Approach light 
• LED Brake light

It scores overall safety ratings of 5 stars from NHTSA. The SUV derives automatic emergency braking that helps bring the car to a full stop after detecting brake pedals are used to attempt a sudden stop. Pedestrian detection uses advanced computer sensors around the vehicle to detect people within its proximity. A Lane departure warning alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane.

Key highlights of the safety system–

• Standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Standard lane departure warning
• Available adaptive cruise control
• Pre-collision safety system 
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Front and rear head airbags
• Airbags occupancy sensors
• Stability control
• ABS and driveline traction control
• Child seat anchor 
• Rear door child safety locks
• Tire pressure monitoring 
• Daytime running lights
• 2 front and 3 rear (adjustable) headrests
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Remote anti-theft alarm system

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2023 Chevy Equinox

Chevy is extra hundred dollars costly but conveys a longer wheelbase and a lighter body. Mitsubishi brings an all-wheel drive system, while the Equinox has rear-wheel drive. The Interior layout of Eclipse cross is better, but we liked the infotainment touchscreen on the Chevy Equinox. Mitsubishi sedans have 16-inch wheels by default, while the Equinox steers with 17-inch wheels. Chevy also offers more power and top speed.

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2023 Mazda CX-30

Mazda is affordable and way good-looking from the inside. Despite its lower fuel capacity, it is also a more efficient vehicle on the highways. Eclipse is longer, has more wheelbase, and possesses additional ground clearance. Mazda shows an additionally spacious interior for the passenger to sit with enough room. Cargo carrying capacity on Eclipse cross beats Mazda. It also gains more miles of range.

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2023 Ford Escape

Escape is expensive, fast, spacious, and covers a shorter braking distance. It is also an SUV carrying the most efficient engine. Cargo carrying capacity is additional on Escape. The standard model of the Eclipse cross shows a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the Escape escaped with a 4.2-inch radio display. Ford provides 17-inch wheels by default while the Cross only runs on the 16-inch wheel with the base model.

It is an appealing option in the market. Other alternatives are good at delivering the best value for your money. Its composed ride, effective mpg numbers, attractive styling, and generous cargo storage strive to appear genuine. Very few safety features, though it gains a 5-star safety rating. Wish to carry more cargo, the Escape is a better option. Thinks of gaining better mpg, the Mazda CX-30 is there for you. Equinox costs on the same line and brings a better infotainment touchscreen despite an extra spacious cabin.