2025 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50

2025 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

2024 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $26,345 to $31,145
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 50.1 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-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 Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 152 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.8 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 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 Mazda CX-50 than in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-50 and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-50 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Mazda CX-50 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-50 is much wider than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mazda CX-50, which is slightly longer than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-50 is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for pulling heavy loads. The Mazda CX-50 has a little more horsepower than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Mazda CX-50 and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-50 and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The Mazda CX-50 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.