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BMW i5 vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

BMW i5 vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

BMW i5

  • significantly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit 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

i5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i5 is slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 627 km on a single charge.

Eclipse Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 383 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is substantially 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 BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

i5

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 a bit lighter – 1,922 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers a bit more boot space – 545 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries noticeably more – 545 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Jose
11 Apr 2026, 22:56:06

More style and dynamics, a better warranty — and much more.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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