2026 GMC Acadia vs. 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review

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2026 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $43,700 to $64,900
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2025 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $27,345 to $31,595
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 27 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 50.1 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 152 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 204.0 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The GMC Acadia will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the GMC Acadia, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Acadia will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Acadia is much wider than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the GMC Acadia, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Handling
The GMC Acadia has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Acadia greatly out-muscles the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Acadia does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Utility
The GMC Acadia offers greater seating capacity than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the GMC Acadia, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.