Used 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for sale 

The 2018 Eclipse Cross comes in five different trims starting from the very basic ES and all the way to the well-equipped SEL S-AWC. With the only 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a horsepower of 152 and torque of 184 pound-feet, that is connected to a Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT) is common among all the five. However, all the other trims have an all-wheel-drive while the base ES has a front-wheel drive.

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The SE S-AWC trim level is the most suitable in all aspects which comes with a perfect balance of ample amount of technology and safety features as well as handy interior upgrades like a steering wheel with a leather covering and illuminated vanity mirrors.

For the first time, a 1.5 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is featured in the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse, and it is not even a coupe. The engine, although small, does fine on everyday rides. It packs enough grunt to push the SUV out of daunting situations with absolute ease, but one can still feel the limit reaching too early. Starting from the low 1500 rpm, the engine comfortably revs the 152 horsepower and 184 pound-feet torque.

The automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT) doesn't compliment the engine's capabilities much and shadows its torque and power thanks to the inadequate gear ratios. Meanwhile, sloppy throttle inputs hold the Eclipse Cross back on busy city roads. On the other hand, the engine is very quiet and saves the passenger from the trouble of a noisy ride.

In comparison to its competitions, the Eclipse Cross has much better torque than the Nissan Rogue Sport, Toyota RAV4, and the Mazda CX-3 in the same price range. It does well in terms of power too. However, being the 2nd costliest in the group, the engine is pretty basic compared to the others.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Acceleration Performance

In our opinion, it is unwise to expect a chart-busting performance from a 1.5-liter engine. Although the standard CVT adheres to this thought, the optional 8-speed transmission has a different approach towards it, and thus, exudes linear acceleration characteristics. Unfortunately, this does not last for long, since encountering multiple halts, the engine feels short of breath and acceleration suffers due to a lazy transmission.`

Lagging behind in its initial acceleration of 0-60 mph in 9 seconds from its counterpart Toyota and Mazda, the Eclipse Cross suffers due to its uncoordinated transmission-engine response. However, once it catches its grip gradually, the rate is fairly similar to the rest.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Ride and Handling

Since the Eclipse Cross features an all-wheel driving system in all the trims except the ES, it is safer to test the former than the latter. Turns out, despite a smaller engine, the crossover is pretty smooth and eager to make a run. Plus, it provides good cornering support while holding the road firmly at higher speeds. Yes, there is a certain amount of body roll when you push it harder, but it is manageable thanks to the stiff and sturdy dynamics of the car. 

The steering too puts on an adequate amount of weight which sharpens the responses while turning, resulting in improved handling at all speeds. Independent McPherson on the front and multi-links in the rear - a common suspension configuration - are properly balanced to ensure a commendable ride on some irregular stretches of tarmac. But remember, an unexpected sharp bump will transfer a shock with some noise into the cabin, and so will a graveled surface. Off-roading though is not an issue with a ground clearance of 8.6 inches and 18-inch tall wheels on the Eclipse Cross.

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Braking Performance

As good as the Eclipse Cross handles, the car scores handsomely in the braking department as well, thus holding the first line of defense firmly. The brakes are quite powerful but it doesn't shake the passengers to a screeching halt, rather it undergoes a smooth deceleration with a spongy feel.

The Mazda CX-3 is the quickest among the lot to come to a halt, although the curb weight plays a significant role in it. Taking it into account, the Mitsubishi does fairly well along with the Toyota in terms of deceleration.

With the beneficiary lightweight trait of its all-wheel-drive system that disengages the rear axle and connects with them electronically, the Mitsubishi SUV showcases a good fuel economy. Its average fuel economy in cities, highways, and combined are 26, 29, and 27 mpg respectively.

The Mazda CX-3 has a tremendously good fuel economy of 29 mpg in the city, 34 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined as well, making it the clear winner compared to its competitors. The Eclipse Cross and Toyota share fairly similar stats in highway and combined, with the Eclipse doing a little in cities with a 26 mpg economy than the Toyota's 23mpg. However, the Nissan Rogue marks a better fuel economy than the two on the highways and combined with 32 mpg and 29 mpg of economy correspondingly.

The Eclipse Cross seats five in two rows of seating. Apart from the comfortably sculptured front row, even the rear seats get the privilege to be reclined so as to offer the best possible position for the occupants. The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has reasonably premium leather seats, if not the best. On higher trims, power-adjustable seats can be moved to increase the legroom for comfort or the cargo area for utility. 

In addition to these ergonomic aspects, the cabin feels quite a delight to walk into, and we say “walk” because ingress and egress are as easy as ever in this crossover. The roof area is considerably high and seats are positioned well to offer optimal thigh support.

Packing three people on the rear seat is quite a task though, but if you are ready to compromise on comfort, you may do that as well. 

Toyota has the maximum passenger volume along with the front and back credentials as well. The passenger capacity is equal for all four. The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has the 3rd largest passenger volume after the Nissan Rogue. Some of the interior features in the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are:

• LCD Color Multifunctional display
• Extendable sun-visors
• Rear dome lights
• Cargo lights
• 6-way adjustable driver seat
• Fabric seating surfaces
• Urethane shift knob
• Remote hood and fuel door release fever

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Infotainment System

The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers a new look to its infotainment system which comes with a high customizability level for the users. Interaction with the system is done through a touchpad near the gear shifter or the touchscreen itself. The system is compatible with Apple Carplay and Android Auto.

Mitsubishi Connect is a new service available to users that allows them to lock/unlock doors and remote start with their Smartphone. The infotainment system consists of:

• Bluetooth connectivity
• USB port
• 7-inch screen display
• Four-speaker sound system for lower trims
• Nine-speaker Rockford-Fosgate sound system for higher trims

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Cargo Capacity

The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has more than 22 cubic feet of cargo space that is just four-inch above the floor height. Space is mostly vertically occupied and dropping the rear seats increases the cargo space to more than 48 cubic feet.

In comparison to its competitors Nissan and Toyota, the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has poor cargo space, just a little more than the Mazda when the rear seats are folded. However, without folding, it has decent space compared to Nissan and Toyota. While Mazda suffers from a terrible cargo loss, Toyota is leading the charts once more.

Since being a naive design, there are a few things that can be said about the exteriors of this SUV. Firstly, it has a very unconventional shape that has been carved by Mitsubishi’s engineers, but a positive one. Apparently, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

But, compared to the current trend of crossovers, the Eclipse does stand apart from the crowd. The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross is wide and long enough to be classified as a compact SUV.

Tallest of all four, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is just 10 inches shorter than the Toyota in length. It also has the highest ground clearance and wheelbase than the rest. After the Toyota RAV4, the Mitsubishi Eclipse is the 2nd heaviest among the four competitors. Some of the exterior features in the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are:

• Halogen headlights and fog lights
• LED rear combination tail lights
• Chrome side-window surround trim
• Wheel arch moldings
• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Heated power side-mirrors
• Roof spoiler

The new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a strong structure making it less vulnerable to fatal crashes. Besides, it has also been awarded excellent ratings from the two most trusted agencies involved in examining vehicle safety - the IIHS and the NHTSA. Limited to the SEL trim, features like forwarding collision warning (FCW), lane departure warning, and the automatic emergency braking are really significant safety utilities. A few other trims also have rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring. Other safety features are:

• Dual Front Advanced Airbags
• Dual Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
• Driver's Side Knee Airbag
• 3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
• Front Seat-Belt Pretensioners
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/ Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Nissan Rogue Sport 

The new Nissan Rogue Sport is the remodeled version of the popular Rogue crossover. It runs on a 141 horsepower inline-four cylinder engine. Similar to the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, it has a CVT transmission and all-wheel-drive system. Although its performance lacks behind the Eclipse in terms of acceleration as well. Slightly lighter than the Eclipse Cross, the Nissan Rogue has a better fuel economy on the highway and combined. Along with stylish interiors, it has a bigger cargo space than the Eclipse Cross.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Toyota RAV4

With its sharp looks and a 176 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, The new Toyota RAV4 is the strongest competitor of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. With an acceleration of 0-60 mph in 8.3 seconds and a fuel economy of 30 on highways, it is better than the Eclipse Cross.

It has a 7-inch infotainment unit, an all-wheel driving system, and a six-speed automatic transmission.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Mazda CX-3 

The new Mazda CX-3 comes with a 148 horsepower 2-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. It has similar acceleration with the Eclipse Cross but its fuel economy is way better than it. However, the Eclipse has bigger cargo space in comparison to the Mazda.

The cabin has been designed with high-quality materials and several weight-saving measures make it a pleasing driving experience.

The 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is an overall good deal for any everyday car user. Compared to its competition, it is a better car in some aspects while it lacks behind in some. It has a smooth driving experience but it is not very sporty which makes it a good car for the family. The exterior is vibrant and the interior has significant features. The five different types of trims give a wide range to choose from. It will serve as the right solution for the SUV lover with its large dimensions. Eclipse Cross offers great value for the money.