2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2026 Volvo XC40 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

2025 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $27,345 to $31,595
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Picture of the 2026 Volvo XC40

2026 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $39,900 to $51,900
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MPG - City 25 MPG 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.1 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 152-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 152 hp 194 - 247 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 179.0 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 71.1 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.3 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volvo XC40, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.

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). Clearly, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC40, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is much slimmer than the Volvo XC40, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which is slightly longer than the Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC40, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC40 is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volvo XC40.

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 Volvo XC40. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has less cargo space than the Volvo XC40, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.