Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2018-2026)
VerifiedAlso referred to as: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2025 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2027.35 reviews
Wanted a PHEV, spent many months going over different models and the Eclipse Cross (EC) kept coming up as the best value for money. End of model runout pricing made it compelling so purchased new in September 2025 (Dec 24 build, the very last). Good points: hybrid system is extremely well sorted, ICE motor cuts in and out as needed almost… Read more
unnoticed. Charges from "empty" to full in about 5 hours from standard 10amp socket. AWD+electric motors mean it's handily quick away from a stand still without being a rocket. About 45km real world range in EV mode is sufficient for daily driving, of course more would be nice. Frugal in hybrid mode, 45 litre tank + full battery gives about 650km real world range for highway driving. Higher SUV stance means easy to get in and out, roomy comfortable interior. Dash and instruments are a little old-school but look good, are functional and well laid out. Reasonable boot space with rear seat up, lots with it folded. Great ride and comfort, handles well. Adaptive cruise control works well. Doesn't have attention monitoring (yay!).
Not so good: suspension is a bit soft but not too bad, doesn't have latest safety features such as autonomous braking or lane keeping, but does have warnings (I actually think that's a plus). Cross traffic alert sometimes goes off when sitting at traffic lights, hands–free tailgate opening can be finicky. Regen braking level is forgotten when cruise control used or taken out of drive, it has to be reset when going back into drive. No spare wheel, though roadside assist comes with the warranty. Can only set charging start/stop time (up to 5 different sessions), can't set % charge. Connect app only works over a few metres via WiFi, but it's good for setting charge schedule and turning on climate control before entering the car. Just make sure you go into settings and select the car's WiFi network first. My phone seems to connect to any other available network in preference.
Overall extremely pleased with the car, it does everything I want it to in comfort. Servicing and insurance costs are reasonable, fuel cost is negligible. City driving is great, highway with 3 or 4 adults is also very comfortable. Built–in navigation (Tom Tom) is good, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto also available (wired is standard but easily upgraded to wireless, and wireless charging, with cheap aftermarket items).
Response to some other reviews: It was claimed the EC was banned from import, it wasn't. Mitsubishi decided to end production in 2024 rather than update to meet 2025 ADR requirements for autonomous braking. Final run–out cars were sold until early 2026. It had a 5 star ANCAP rating when tested in 2017 (but would not get 5 stars in 2025).
Someone said it has a 35 litre tank, that's wrong. The ICE models are 60 or 63 litre, PHEVS 45 litre.
Man, I’ve been driving the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross YB Petrol Aspire (2024–2026) lately and honestly it’s way better than I expected. It’s got that sleek look — not too flashy, but just clean and modern. The ride feels smooth, even on rougher roads, and the petrol engine’s got enough pep to make city driving fun without killing the fuel tank. … Read more
Inside is comfy, seats are good, and the tech stuff (like the screen and features) feels pretty solid for what you pay. It’s not a supercar or anything, but for everyday driving and weekend trips it just works. Definitely surprised me — solid choice if you want a reliable SUV that doesn’t feel boring.
10/10 would recommend for anyone wanting a comfy, easy‑going ride with some style.
We purchased a 2022 Eclipse Cross PHEV, primarily choosing a plug-in hybrid due to the lack of EV charging options for apartment residents. According to car reviews and Mitsubishi’s official website, this model supports both AC and DC charging, with the ability to fast charge up to 18kW using the CHAdeMO port. However, what no one told us is that… Read more
there’s about a 1 in 3 chance of encountering an “EV Service Required” error when using fast charging. When this happens, the car won’t start, forcing us to tow it to the dealer. Unfortunately, all they do is clear the error code and send us on our way.
When I attempted to claim the warranty, they kept saying they were “waiting for advice from Mitsubishi” but took no further action. Extremely disappointed.
Updated review on May 2025 ******************************** I'm happy to report that the dealer was able to fix the "EV service required" issue! Since then, I've successfully charged at the same JOLT DC charger around 8 times with no errors—fingers crossed it stays that way. They did ask for a photo of the CHAdeMO port showing the serial and model numbers, so it's possible they updated the software to better support that specific charger. Happy charging!
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Perfect car with plug in EV option and economical Hybrid – This review is for my Mitsubishi YB Eclipse Cross PHEV EXCEED AWD SUV - 2022. It's a great car for zipping around town in EV mode. The 55 kms range is dependent on the terrain. Sometimes more and sometimes less. In reality I get between 2 and 3.4L per 100 Kms for the first 100kms and the next hundred is between 6-7L per 100kms. For an extra few… Read more
thousand, it is worth getting the Exceed - there's just so many safety and awesome extras that are missing in the base model. However, the Aspire is okay if you don't need the double sunroof or HUD display. But I enjoy these items! The car runs as quiet as a mouse and when it changes to petrol engine mode you can't even hear anything - it is seamless. The transition is smooth and effortless. The vehicle handles extremely well on the road and it very stable on corners. The interior is nice and has everything one would need except Mitsubishi didn't put rear heater/cooling vents in the back. The car has lane guidance alerts but no steering assist which is disappointing after driving a Toyota Camry SL. Some reviewers say the interior is basic - however, I think is is nice, and functional, maybe not really "futuristic" looking but it is modern and functional and everything is actually easy to use and there's not too much of a learning curve at all. I love the design and look of the front end - really it's a handsome car! I highly recommend the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV Exceed.
So surprised how much I like the vehicle – I have owned this vehicle for nearly 2 years and I simply enjoy driving it. I've been travelling heaps with this car and its very reliable and extremely economical. The small turbo motor is just a beauty! My first time owning a vehicle with CVT transmission and this one has been quite decent. Only a little jerky when very cold but otherwise its… Read more
smooth and suits the motor well.
My previous vehicle has significant issues with Infotainment systems, but i've experienced NONE of this with the Mitsubishi.
Positives: Radar Cruise Control, interior room for such a small outside. Fuel Economy and power from that motor is amazing. Equipment for the Exceed model. LED Headlights are very good. Has been extremely reliable. Build quality very good.
Negatives: With ride quality good, the bump behaviour could be better. Not well controlled and quite a shock coming into the cabin. Boot space on the YA Model, which has been rectified in the later models. Too much piano black (just collects dust), more carbon fibre could have been nicer. The LEG headlights are very good, but they have an artificial cut off point, it actually creates blind spots especially on highways.
My only single warranty issue was a squeaky steering wheel. ha ha
I have a lot of mates who comment a lot about the vehicle and laugh at its engine capacity. After a very short drive, the huge smiles on there faces tell me they are liking it. Its a fantastic motor and sad to see Mitsubishi hasn't used it in more vehicles.
This is the first time owning a new Mitsubishi and it has been an excellent experience. I would absolutely consider buying another Mitsubishi again in the near future. The back up and dealership experience after the sale has also been good, but moreso being a country dealer, they certainly appreciate the business.
We are glad we made the purchase now that Fuel Prices are so high – The truth is, I bought the car and my wife chose the colour. We both enjoy driving it and it's easy to handle once we were shown how. Fuel economy is big in our estimate. Split fuel usage is handy if travelling outside cities. After waiting almost all of 2021 for electric vehicles (EV) to be released for sale in Australia and release dates being… Read more · 1
put off and put off, we took delivery of our new Eclipse Cross Exceed at the end of October 2021.
Our decision to purchase the Mitsubishi was swayed by the number of Outlander PHEVs sold world-wide over quite a few years. The Eclipse Cross was said to be built on the base Outlander but with a whole new body and car on top. We had watched the Japanese You-Tube productions and were impressed with the handling. More on that later.
Appearance: Styling is largely a matter of personal preference. What you think of the styling I’ll leave to you. It grew on us and we don’t have to look at it while we drive, anyway. We owned a Nissan X-Trail as a trade and, according to the information bulletins we read, the Mitsubishi was a little smaller. As it turned out, it is a little shorter and a little lower but about the same width and with less clearance. Inside is almost the same as far as we can tell.
Ride and handling: The seating is quite comfortable and at least as good as the X-Trail. The whole package is a lot heavier in feel and with a driver and passenger the gross mass exceeds two tonnes (or 2,000Kg.) This makes it feel heavy, especially when cornering and braking but don’t let me fool you, it handles beautifully on most roads. Undulations are a bit hair raising but they are not often encountered so don’t let that put you off. Essentially it is a family “hack” that will accommodate two adults and two teens with boot space at least the equivalent of the X-Trail.
Fit and Finish: Typically Japanese, the quality of the build is spot on. Be aware, however, there is no spare wheel in the back, just a puncture repair outfit. The 12-volt pump supplied is the best I have come across to date. It is labelled made in Taiwan but is compact, easy to use, and swift to restore pressure to recommended “doses” using the built-in pressure gauge.
Appointments: As I indicated, we purchased the top-of-the-range Exceed model. As standard it comes with (manufactured) leather seating as well as some “extras” not found in the other model, the Aspire. There has been criticism from motoring writers about the Instrumentation and infotainment screen but we find it both adequate and helpful. We use Android Auto which is standard on our mobile phones but it is of the plug-in type in the car. Not a problem for us. I believe the Apple Car Play works quite well but I haven’t seen it in action.
We are both in our eightys and need all the help we can get in a car. This car does just that and without confusing us. Some of the bells and beeps have got us bluffed, even after seven months. We have managed to identify mostly what each one is for and they do make a difference in crowded spaces. A great around view monitor is absolutely essential and the sensors that warn of approaching danger when back up are more useful than you might think.
Running gear: As the title suggests there is a petrol engine up front and an electric motor front and rear. The petrol engine is not an Otto Cycle but rather an Atkinson Cycle and if you don’t know the difference, a quick Google search will supply plenty of information. Basically, an Otto Cycle engine is the typical petrol driven car with or without turbo charging. An Atkinson Cycle engine uses a high compression engine that reduces the air-petrol mixture as the cylinders are charged giving reduced fuel consumption at the cost of a small loss in power. It is typically used in PHEVs although the salesman who “sold” me the car knew nothing about it. What about fuel consumption? The literature the company puts out claims 1.9 l/100 kms. Well, that depends on how and where you drive the car. We do a lot of local running around our town. In practice, it is nearly all running around less than 40 kms per trip or per day. On the highway, the charge in the drive battery is quickly chewed up and then the car will run as a Hybrid, i.e. It is driven by the petrol engine assisted as necessary by the electric motors. And what that is like has to be experienced. On an undulating highway like that between Sydney and the Victorian border, the car seems to glide up the hills and when descending the other side, it makes up its own “mind” whether to charge the battery or not. It is completely transparent and if you're not listening for it, you won’t hear it happen.
There is a 45-litre fuel tank and a 13.8kwh drive battery as well as a regular 12-volt battery for the instruments etc. Incidentally, look after the 12-volt battery; if it goes flat, you can’t “start” the EV car.
What do we get in petrol consumption? According to my records, in the last six months we’ve averaged 2.65 litres per 100 kms but then that is only updated when we fill the tank with petrol. (I use E10.) We’ve driven over 500 kms since the last fill, and all that on electric power. Average consumption is dropping all the time. Then, when we go for a long drive and the drive battery “empties,” we use about 5.5 l/100 at highway speeds. A little bit heavy but I can live with it.
I have not used an off-street charging point to date. There are none within 15 kms of where we live.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.
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Traded my Toyota CHR for this! BIG MISTAKE‼️(Comparison) – UPDATED & EDITED‼️ I got the 2017 LS model, I swapped it for my 2017 Toyota CHR (WHICH I REGRETTED). The CHR had great body styling but the Eclipse had a nice body shape too & is bigger but doesn’t feel bigger to drive you’re just up higher it feels more like an SUV unlike the so called cross SUV CHR which felt more like driving a normal car. Much… Read more
easier to get in & out of too. Great mid size SUV with plenty of room! Plenty of headspace too, I’m 172cm tall & with the seat as high as it will go I still have about 15cm of space! The Eclipse has a 5 star safety rating (I don’t know how because it’s just been banned from Australian import now for NOT MEETING AUSTRALIAN SAFETY STANDARDS REGARDING THE AEB SYSTEM in March of 2025) it does however have most of all the other latest safety features you could want in a car - bar a few (I won’t go into detail here but most of the things to keep you extra safe on the road, just look them up) except it doesn’t have blind spot monitoring but the side windows & side mirrors are huge & with proper head checks it’s unnecessary. Of course it has cruise control but unlike the CHR the Eclipse doesn’t have the radar distance Adaptive Cruise Control keeping you at a set distance from the car in front of you, but if you don’t tailgate this is not a problem you just brake & press SET & the speed you had before stays the same & you can click up & down at 1.6 kms or 5-10km at a time to increase or decrease speed or just accelerate or brake & press SET again. I love the Speed Limiter too for around town you just get to the speed limit & press SET & then no matter how much you accelerate you don’t go over the speed limit it stays on while accelerating & braking you can turn it off or to change speed limits & SET again or click up & down until you get to the correct speed when speed zones change - NO SPEEDING TICKETS WITH THIS feature, the CHR didn’t have this. The seats are very comfortable & can easily fit 3 good sized adults in the back & the back seats even move back & forth for extra leg room for your back passengers, it also has an arm rest in the middle with extra cup holders. The Chr is small in the back - but I’m single - my kids all have their own cars now. It’s a bit sluggish on take off in ECO Mode but in Normal it has very quick acceleration you can put the ECO mode on & off at anytime whilst driving. It also has Normal & Sports modes, with plenty of power for a 4 cylinder 1.5L Turbo. The back window is split into two parts the top part is as big as the entire back window in the CHR the Eclipse has an extra smaller window at the bottom because the middle strip has a big extra brake light across it but it doesn’t interfere with your view. It also has Apple Car Play but not wireless, the good thing is if you like loud music (& it has 6 speakers!!) when you’re using maps navigation the voice directions are loud & the music fades out then goes up again after Maps speaks the directions. In the base model CHR you couldn’t hear the directions when you had music playing & the CHR only had bluetooth no Apple Car Play!!!The most amazing thing it is a 1.5 litre Turbo & you can use ethanol or 91, the CHR 1.2 litre Turbo has to have Premium fuel & with the price of petrol these days! Unlike the CHR’s 50 L tank it has a 63 litre fuel tank & does about 800kms a tank full about 7.5L/100km unlike the CHR which gave me around 600km 6.5L/100km! The boot is bigger too & even more room when you fold the 60/40 split seats down. I don’t regret trading my CHR for this one - size wise & mechanically for 3.5 years I owned it I only had to get a new battery & get the air-con fixed - it was reliable for the 3.5 years I owned it. Great value for money too! - I think it’s an 7/10 overall whereas I give the CHR a 9/10! Here’s some pics & you can see the size difference between the Eclipse & a parked (Teal) CHR. It has paddle gears on the steering wheel too if you want to use that mode of driving I think it’s unnecessary or I would have bought a Manual! Initially I was happier with my choice to trade….BUT I REALLY MISSED MY (Red) CHR So a year ago I sold the Eclipse & got an upgraded KOBA (Silver) Chr - so glad I did, the extra features are great‼️ & NOW THE ECLIPSE CROSS IS BANNED FROM IMPORT TO AUSTRALIA DUE TO NOT MEETING THE AUSTRALIAN SAFETY STANDARDS WITH IT’S AEB SYSTEM - along with a long list of other cars which all now need to cease production or upgrade their safety Autonomous Emergency Braking systems. So I’m glad I sold it. Comparing the two I’m much happier with the Chr than the Eclipse, all 3 models were 2017’s. Now I can finally afford a brand new car, but unfortunately, the new CHR’s Are just way too expensive and I don’t like the new shape so I have chosen the NISSAN QASHQAI AFTER MANY MANY MONTHS OF RESEARCHING REVIEWS AND READING PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL REVIEWS ALONG WITH PERSONAL OWNER REVIEWS AS WELL AS PRICE WITH A $5000 CASHBACK OFFER LAST MONTH & $3000 OFF BEING A DEMO MODEL WITH ONLY 20 KM ON THE CLOCK I COULD NOT PASS IT UP. NISSAN has proved its reliability to me and I’m getting a very popular make of Car so I’m very happy with my choice. I took it on a 150 km test drive over many different types of roads & it was absolutely beautiful to drive so I can’t wait to pick it up. The Eclipse Cross is being discontinued in Australia. DON’T BUY ONE IF YOU WANT GOOD AUTO SAFETY BRAKES & CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL & BLINDSPOT MONITORING‼️ Apart from that I’d have to admit it was a pretty good car & there’s still plenty of cars on the roads without those features - but if safety is a priority try & go for a new more upgraded car.
Positive reviews
Perfect EV for 2025 – Mitsubishi has been perfecting its PHEV tech for ~10 years now. Unlike many new entrants, Mistu's PHEV is very reliable, doing its bit for better environment without the EV range anxiety. My wife uses it for daily commutes and short shopping trips on EV mode only - no petrol used. We either plug it in and harvest our solar energy while we are home… Read more
on a sunny day (giving up feed-in-tariff 10c/kWh) or use Engie's overnight rate at 23c/kWh (Brisbane) - even at the latter rate it would cut petrol cost by 80%! Just got back from a 800KM road trip, we charged it at accommodation whenever we could - the smaller EV battery can be practically charged off a normal wall plug, oh, and it won't be expensive to replace 10+ years later. Yes the vehicle could come across dull for some, but I'm not expecting bells and whistles for a well-priced workhorse that allows me to watch the EV sector to mature. If you're paranoid of privacy like me, Mistu is probably the most respectful out of this nosy industry - check out Mozilla's Privacy-Not-Included report. To give you an example, Mistu's mobile app stated on Apple Store: No Data Collected.
Superb car! – Purchased the LS Black Edition in April 2023 - I absolutely LOVE this car. It is my everyday car; beautiful to drive, very responsive, engine is absolutely superb - I can't find one fault. Fuel economy is also brilliant. This is my second Mitsubishi after owning an ASX for 6 years (also a fantastic car). Show details
I find the car great, but am very disappointed with things like the paintwork – The car fits my needs and I particularly like the 1.5 turbo petrol engine. I am not so sure that I like the CVT [transmission]. The engine under the control of the turbo, generates a lot of response and get-up-and-go, but the transmission often hesitates under a moderate load. It is beautifully sensitive under light acceleration and launches… Read more
forward well under heavy acceleration but often in the middle it hesitates and fluctuates between fast acceleration and slight acceleration. Now that the ASX has been refreshed, I think it might be a better vehicle for the future because its power plant is more conventional that the Eclipse Cross.
Negative reviews
not bad and not super exciting either – Mitsubishi Exceed PHEV 2024: A Mixed Experience After driving my 2024 Exceed PHEV for over a month, I find it falls somewhere between “not bad” and “super exciting.” Let’s delve into the details: Lane Trace Assist: Disappointingly, the system merely issues warnings without actively correcting the vehicle’s position. Improvement is needed here.… Read more
Auto High Beam: The manual activation requirement for the Auto High Beam feature is inconvenient. Seamless automation would be preferable. Oversights: The absence of a sunglasses holder and the subpar multimedia screen hinder visibility in the 360-view. The 360-camera system feels useless, can hardly see anything on the ground, and the inability to adjust auto light sensitivity is a drawback. Connectivity and Audio: The lack of wireless Apple CarPlay disappoints. The stereo and speakers fail to impress. Auto Hold and Parking Sensors: The Auto Hold feature demands constant manual engagement, unlike VW’s more convenient system. Front parking sensors beep only when car is inches away, limiting their effectiveness. Fuel Tank and Pricing: The small 35L fuel tank restricts refueling options. Without tax incentives, the car feels overpriced. Interior Comfort: Extremely soft leather interior and heated seats contribute to a pleasant driving experience. The heated steering wheel adds a touch of luxury during colder days. Car Handling and Steering: Impressive handling and steering dynamics enhance overall satisfaction. However, the limited controls available on the speedometer’s multimedia screen are worth noting. Heads-Up Display (HUD): The HUD provides a positive experience by offering essential information without distracting from the road. In summary, while there are areas for improvement, the Exceed PHEV delivers a balanced driving experience. Mitsubishi could address the minor drawbacks to elevate customer satisfaction.
Loosing brake vacuum overnight – Have 6month old ️ls eclipse cross & lt looses brake vacuum overnight resulting in hard brake pedal.Brakes are normal once you start engine.Does your EC do this.Plaese answer.Thanks
ES Eclipse Cross Buy with caution – The test drive car was the basic ES model (2WD) 1.5 ltr engine with turbo. The test terrain was South Gippsland with a return trip via the M1 freeway. The first part was night driving, the second part was day driving. The first section included stop-start peak hour traffic. Externally the vehicle has a sporty smallish SUV appearance. LED driving… Read more
lights are a plus. Large tail lights are great. Grey metal colour blended in too much with the road and was considered unsafe. Dash display is good with plenty of driver feedback: lane departure, speed setting, fuel usage, collision mitigation. Handbrake is old style manual, key turn ignition, single control heating/cooling (not dual), manual seat adjustment and power mirrors (but not auto folding). The drivers seat is lower than expected. The ES may not suit seniors. It does not give that higher vision parents expect from an SUV. The info screen is moderate size, easy to read and operate. The screen stands proud of the dash which may possibly break easier than ones which are inserted into a raised dash. Touch screen operation is simple. No round dial in the console like some difficult models. The sound system is clear with good fidelity. First impression of the driving was uncomfortable with low seat and insufficient back support. The lower seating position would work better with an on windsreen speed display. Peak hour traffic is not the best for this vehicle with higher fuel consumption and spinning wheels if high revs are engaged. The vehicle comes into its own around 80 to 85 kph. It eases up to 100 kph with no trouble. I would have liked a wider light beam at night on the winding roads. I stopped to raise and lower the headlights via a dial on right side of steering wheel. I felt the steering wheel was on the small side. The car looked tiny alongside utes in the Loy Yang carpark. I guess electricity workers don't get subsidies for electric, hybrid or fuel efficient vehicles. Fuel consumption (7.1 to 8.2 ltr/100km) night driving over hills 85kph. (8.1 to 9.1 ltr/100 to 110 kph on freeway. Verdict- a country car. Consider the PHEV eclipse cross for more features, better fuel economy, regenerative braking for Gippsland hills and better resale value.
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Recent reviews
Wow Great Performance – We recently bought the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2WD) and couldn't be happier! Interior of SUV is very spacious and comfortable. The vehicle is quiet and smooth running. There are lots of useful features that makes driving a breeze. It's well worth the 4 months wait and 10 years extended warranty is fantastic. My other half loves it so much that he nominated himself the driver each time we go out.... Show details
enjoy limp mode and long time frames without your car with no loan car support either – I had my brand new Eclipse Cross for 19 days before it shuttered violently, went into limp mode and the engine light came on. Another 19 days later and I am only just able to collect it today after I view the report of what has been fixed (still not sure if it has been repaired) That is 19 days after it first went in for repairs. I had no loan car… Read more
offered to me for support in the interim while they investigated the issue and the email response I received from Mitsubishi was blunt just requesting a copy of my contract with no further communication from customer relations given to me at all. I didn't even receive a phone call from them to discuss the issue. Treated like a number and not a customer. Very disappointing.
Pleasantly surprised – We were looking for a family SUV back in 2018 and were certain about only one thing. We wanted to buy either a Japanese or a Korean made vehicle. We finally shortlisted Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander but really wanted the Pajero Sport. Eclipse Cross was very new back then and we weren't sure about the reliability of the small turbo engine. The… Read more
salesman at the showroom insisted that we take it for a test drive. Next thing we know, we bought the Exceed AWD model and have never regretted the decision.
This is a very comfortable SUV for the price and came with heated leather seats, electric seat adjustments, sun roof and plethora of safety and driver assistance features. I've never felt the need to have more power that what it generates on Australian roads. It handles the occasional unsealed roads and a bit mud/rainy/icy conditions with ease and always feels stable and in control. What more could one want in a car in this segment.
Great car, no issues – Bought the 2022 LS fwd new 7 months ago, couldn't be happier and averaging 7.3 l per 100kms, shopped it against the Mazda CX 5 and Kia seltos but preferred the power and comfortable ride of the suspension Show details
Great car and value for money – This is my family car and i love it. The best car i ever had. No issues so far. I am really impressed with first class comfort and love it ❤️. Show details
I am very happy with it...more than I expected – I bought my ES eclipse cross in December 2020. So far everything is excellent. Fuel economy, a larger leg room than other small SUVs with adjustable back seat, good performance, comfortable to drive. Overall, I am happy with it and love it. Show details
Eclipse awd exceed – Just ordered the new model and 2 years of trouble free low cost motoring , good fuel ecomony great awd system with all the current safety tech all included and great features like head up display and dual sunroof and great small suv that is actually very spacious insure can fit 2 6 footers in front and back no problems Show details
! EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE! – Perfect for long drive as well as local Good mileage with 1.5 turbo engine Stunning Great family SUV Much better shape, bigger boot more leg room Amazing car worth it Show details
Best car i have had – I have had this car 16 months , used to go everywhere, had no issues and all, great in city and country, great for the pets too to travel in. Economical with petrol too Show details
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Take a "chance" and test drive this car..you might be surprised. Excellent car – This car was purchased for my wife, considered the Mazda CX30, Honda Hrv, Nissan qashqai...the eclipse cross is probably between the CX30 and the CX5..drove the top of the range Mazda and Nissan...didn't bother with the Honda Hrv, rear head room non existent for over 6 foot person, no apple or android car play, didn't have DAB digital radio and a… Read more
host of safety features found in the eclipse cross including multi around cameras which are brilliant...Qashqai was a good car, fairly underwhelming drive and still had push buttons on the display screen which is also low down in the dash and not head high like the EC, and cvt drone is more evident than in the EC which is well tuned. The Qashqai is showing its age and needs updating though has some good attributes. The EC has a strong 1.5L turbo that pulls 250nm of torque. The cvt is 8 stepped like auto gearbox and you would hardly know its a cvt. It drives very smoothly and quiet...goes well. Wasn't all that impressed with the CX30..like a sardine can and not as roomy as the EC, might be good for smaller people. Rear seat headroom not great and small car for drivers over 6ft. Don't believe the biased Journo views of the EC, especially a lot of the US reviewers who bemoan that its not like the original Mitsubishi Eclipse that they claim the car is trying to be (its not) plus they go on and on about the media screen not having a volume knob, but they don't talk about the volume control on the steering wheel and the touch pad in the centre console which both work fine, plus volume up and down on the touch screen itself. Unless its a "Mazda" or a "Toyota" the reviewers are almost condescending and dismissive. The touch pad works very well and means you keep your eyes on the road, but the US reviewers also complain about it as well. They also go on about having to reach too far from the drivers seat to adjust the volume on the media screen. That's because the volume control on the screen is on the right hand side which suits a right hand drive vehicle. We generally have the opposite problem with the controls on the left hand side to suit left hand drive cars. The Mazda only has a rotary dial in the centre console and no manual controls on the screen...volume knobs and switches are obsolete! The Qashqai even has a CD player which is really outdated plus had more push button function switches that takes your eyes off the road. If you don't like the touch pad on the EC then the touch screen itself is also very easy to use. The lights panel on the back window was the only point of consternation in our decision, and some complain about it, but after about 10 minutes of driving my wife found it easy to get used to its not a problem at all (certainly not a deal breaker)..the range of safety and automated control in this car is very extensive, lane departure, blind spot monitoring (indicators on the rear view mirrors), active cruise control, rear cross traffic alert, forward collision mitigation, autonomous aeb emergency braking, 360 degree all around monitor cameras, auto high beam adjustment which works a treat coupled to brilliant led headlights (you would be going to find better headlights than this car) The heads up display in the EC is way better than the CX30...it pops up out of the dash, can be adjusted and can be turned off if you don't want it on...the CX30 display appears like its on the front of the bonnet and you can only dim it, you cant turn it off. The EC unit is a lot better in our opinion. Not a lot of cars in this class even have HUD unit. The HUD unit displays speed, adaptive cruise control settings and flashes up warnings such as Lane departure etc - it works a treat and you can adjust the height of the image up and down the screen to accommodate higher or lower seating position plus change the brightness with simple buttons on the instrument panel. When you turn it off, it tucks back into the dashboard - very neat! The electric handbrake is very good (no space invading lever handbrake) and the auto hold brake function is very handy. The EC is a great drive, looks modern, with heated front seats and front and rear sunroof. Front sunroof section opens plus has insect screen which pops up at the front (like others). Seats are very comfortable leather and cabin is quiet on the road, plenty of cabin space and forward vision is very good. The pearl white colour looks a treat. The steering is very good and direct for most conditions but not too direct, suspension is a little on the soft side but the body roll some reviewers mention is also not a problem and is mostly well controlled (there is no body roll to any level of concern at normal speeds and driving). Check out the KM77 "Moose" test - the EC did very well against all its competitors. We have had no issues with its handling, it drives very well. Would be even sweeter with some more storage nooks in the cargo area, auto locking doors, rear air vents (there are vents under the front seats to direct air to the rear though) and USB outlets in the rear (there is 12v outlet for rear seats though that you can plug in adapter plus there is 2 USB outlets in the front console in accessible place). At this model spec the front passenger seat should be electric control like the drivers seat. Update 1: car is probably still a bit tight but fuel efficiency seems very good...mixture of cross town and urban can get between 6.5L/ 100 klm to 7.6 L/100..claimed combined is 7.3L/ 100 klm and we are doing that ok. Has only done about 1650 kilometres with lots of cross town travel for avge 7.3L / 100 klm .This has improved as motor loosens up but have had 1 freeway trip for 6.2L / 100klm...stoke the turbo and drive accordingly and fuel consumption goes up but this is to be expected. Update 2: 1 year in and 10,000 klm on the clock - hasn't missed a beat - very good car, on cross town runs can get the fuel down to 5.8 L 100 klm and we easily sit inside the 7.3 L 100 klm claimed by Mitsubishi. The good thing is this vehicle uses Std. unleaded unlike some other turbo vehicles that use premium, so even if the fuel consumption was a bit more than others, still way in front because of the RON 91.
Very impressed with this car. Worth a try! It is almost like a well kept secret!
Pleasantly surprised – Very happy wit our EC driven now in mixed conditions for 2650km.....economy matches your driving style, extremely safe with every safety feature available. Its quiet and gets along well, likely not to win a drag race, but, plenty of zip...Eye catching and stylish, 7 year warranty and 2 years free services. We wanted a bigger vehicle than our Kia… Read more
Cerato, the Eclipse cross is exactly the size we wanted...as we have gravel roads around AWD is very good. But its too nice to go on a bush bash....overall, very pleased, would recommend you test drive...
Outstanding vehicle – Just a joy to drive. Economical, quiet, spacious, smooth and can wake up the turbo and GO. Almost silent on smooth roads, big bump behaviour could be improved. Radar cruise control is outstanding - could not live without it. Think it is the best kept secret and easily best in class. Show details
Best mid range SUV for the price – We bought the Black Edition few months back and love this car soo much. Engine is responsive but could have been better but for this price bracket its great. Feature wise we have not found any other car which beats the price. Highly recommended for family looking for mid size SUV. Show details
Awesome vehicle. Don't believe the journo's – Wow what more can I say my partner and I were on the hunt for a new compact SUV. After looking at every available option. We settled on the eclipse cross and it's been the best decision yet. It's,stylish, compact ,quiet, comfortable and surpriseingly peppy. From top to bottom this car has exceeded our expectations. The turbo charged 1.5 ltre… Read more · 2
engine is a joy to drive with amazing pick up and smoothness. And yes it is a tad noisey if pushed but enjoyable. Visability is great and the room for this compact SUV is surprising. Overall this is one of the best SUV's it the segment.dont listen to the Media's views on this car they are wrong. Take one for a test drive and you will be surprised.
Extremely poor rear vision – Sorry, I am not sure what model to write about as it was a hire car. The car itself is just ok but the rear vision is atrocious. When you use the rear view mirror you also see the front headrests. The split rear window has a heavy bar about a third of the way up, the bar also thickens further at each end so reduces rear vision even further. If… Read more
that is not bad enough, the rear pillars are huge. I had a minor accident while reversing from supermarket car park, I looked rear, left and right as best I could, the headrests block most of the view, then had to rely on the reversing camera, by then a car came around the corner an we had a minor crash. I found my car tended to wander at highway speeds, ride and comfort were fine. I have a VW Tiguan, in my opinion, no comparison, VW every time!
good technology, quick engine . Noises from rear cabin area. After 17 months and 20,000 kms I’m selling the car – I use the car everyday for family use only. It had been serviced by the Mitsubishi dealer but they could not fix all the problems just after second time and another dealer they fix the mayor noise from the rear of the cabin ( sunroof assembly bolts incorrect torque adjusment ) Show details
Well credentialed SUV...but – Responsive 1.5 turbo, significant boot size, ideal efficient hwy vehicle, nimble and easy to park around town, excellent safety package and 360°cameras, missing electric tailgate for vehicle of excellent quality Show details
Very happy so far after 5 months – Use the car during the week to and from work and weekend fun. I love the safety features of the car and the surround cameras when reversing. It makes the car easy to park anywhere. Must admit I was spun out by the way it looks as if it has a camera above looking down on you. Service is 12 months or 12500Kms. Though have free service for 2 years. Show details
Family car/ commuter – I bought this car to satisfy my 3 requirements: 1- as a family car to fit the car seat and pram and whatever else I need. 2- as an economical commuter car. I travel 100km each way to work mixed between highway and Sydney traffic. 3- something I actually enjoy driving with comfort, speed and technology. This car fits my lifestyle as a working… Read more
mum great! I was finding it hard to decide between the eclipse cross and the outlander. But the test drive put the eclipse cross as the firm leader.
Eco mode leaves something to be desired in terms of engine responsiveness but at the same time it provides a much smoother ride and a noticeable fuel economy difference. It forces you to drive economically (unless you press your foot down until you feel that turbo!). You can’t really tell when the gearbox changes gears and I find the paddle shift useful for driving down hill and mountain passes.
I can fit everything I need in the car and then some. The seats are very comfortable and supportive and the range of motion from the steering wheel adjustment has made it the most comfortable long distance car I have owned. (Jeep Cherokee [lemon], Suzuki Grand Vitara, Mitsubishi Lancer, Subaru Levorg)
I like the apple CarPlay as modern navigation apps like Waze are much better to use than an in car navigation. And Siri does everything I need via voice. Having to use a USB every time is not too bad it just means I charge my phone more often too!
I have only come across one issue and that is the auto braking warning has occurred when it shouldn’t have (driving straight on a highway without other cars around) but it’s an easy fix.
All in all it’s a great car and it’s good value for money. I managed to get mine for $27k
Love that car – My wife and I are soon to retire and were looking for a smallish suv for a second car to replace our 2002 astra we have had since New- the replacement needed to be used daily around town and trips to family interstate on weekends so our second car, a large 4wd can just be used for rambling around Australia once retired – the big box to tick was… Read more
ease of entry/Exit as we age as both tall. Reliability as we intend to keep our cars for 10 plus years – after sitting in dozens of cars it came down to vitara and eclipse – eclipse won just due to entry & exit /Safety features/engine zippyness and 7 yr warranty . we have had it since Feb 2019 -Well pleased , tows tinnie and trailer with ease if needed, great fuel consumption in my view, comfortable. Cvt transmission takes a little time to get used to and I will say though, it Can be a little bouncy on dodgy roads due to short wheelbase but other than that great city car that can take you on interstate travel with comfort and ease if needed. Its been 6 years. Still going well and absolutely no issues.
Love it!! – Love it, best car I have had in appearance and drive.
Best car I’ve ever owned – Comfortable easy fuel efficient, powerful perfect good looking car .I love it . Show details
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