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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Review

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2023 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $25,795 to $29,495
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2023 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $23,645 to $29,495
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MPG - City 25 MPG 22 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 28 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.1 ft3 55.3 ft3
Engine
  • 152-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable, Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 152 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 179.0 in 176.5 in
Exterior Width 71.1 in 71.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.3 in
Front 43.1 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.3 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Crosstrek than in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Crosstrek will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is about the same width as the Subaru Crosstrek. When looking at overall length, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has the same turning radius as the Subaru Crosstrek, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will do just as well as the Subaru Crosstrek, since they have about the same towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has less cargo space than the Subaru Crosstrek, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.