2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. Its Competition

2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Brian León Brian León Contributing Writer

The Eclipse Cross is already fighting an uphill battle, wielding less size and power in the most competitive industry in America.

The Honda CR-V is by now a default choice with its spacious cabin and versatility.

The Toyota RAV4 is perhaps the most popular crossover in America, and for very good reasons: the latest edition cuts a fine figure and performs much better than in the past.

Hyundai’s Tucson is a slightly smaller choice than the ballooning size of the Honda and Toyota RAV4.

The Kia Sportage is based on the same platform as the Tucson, but we think it looks and drives nicer.

Subaru’s excellent Forester offers standard all-wheel drive and safety features, making it our 2019 Best Car to Buy.

2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
#15 in Small SUVs
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid2020 Honda CR-V
2020 Hyundai Tucson2020 Hyundai Tucson
2020 Kia Sportage2020 Kia Sportage
2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Forester
2020 Toyota RAV42020 Toyota RAV4
Quick Specs
4.8
The 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has adventurous style, but its running gear’s strictly ordinary.
6.5
The 2020 Honda CR-V hits right at the heart of many buyers’ needs: comfortable, spacious, quiet, and efficient.
6.5
What the 2020 Hyundai Tucson lacks in distinctiveness, it makes up for in value, safety, and features.
6.7
The 2020 Kia Sportage is refreshed, stylish, and competitive as ever, though its fuel economy is poor.
6.8
The 2020 Subaru Forester is an incredible value among compact crossovers and a former Best Car To Buy winner.
6.5
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 covers more bases this year with smartphone compatibility and tough-looking off-road trims.
MSRP From     
$22,995$25,150$23,550$23,990$24,495$25,950
Gas Mileage     
25 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy26 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy25 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded H-4Regular Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Small SUV 2WDSmall SUV 4WDSmall SUV 2WDSmall SUV 2WDSmall SUV 4WDSmall SUV 2WD
Style Name     
ES FWDLX AWDSE FWDLX FWDCVTLE FWD (GS)
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
CVT w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2020 Honda CR-V2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2020 Hyundai Tucson2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2020 Kia Sportage2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2020 Subaru Forester2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs. 2020 Toyota RAV4