2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

2024 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $26,345 to $31,145
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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander PHEV

MSRP*: $40,345 to $50,345
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MPG - City 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 - 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 50.1 ft3 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 152-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 248-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 152 hp 248 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 179.0 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 71.1 in 84.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.3 in
Front 39.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV than in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 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.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is slightly shorter than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a smaller turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, since they have about the same towing capacity. When it comes to horsepower, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a lot less horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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

Utility
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has less seating than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, making the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.