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Audi A8 vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Audi A8 vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,237 £.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 569 km more than the Audi A8.

Eclipse Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely lighter – 1,922 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 113 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers visibly more boot space – 545 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries considerably more – 700 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,100
Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 627 km
Audi A8
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Audi A8
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mitsubishi
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