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Kia Sorento vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Kia Sorento vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a bit cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,171 £.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 572 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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 Kia Sorento offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers markedly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is only slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 272 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross holds a narrow overall lead 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
Kia Sorento
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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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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Kia Sorento
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
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
162 - 685 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mitsubishi
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