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Lexus RZ vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Lexus RZ vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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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

RZ

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a bit cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,808 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ 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.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers moderately more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 68 km more than the Lexus RZ.

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 Lexus RZ offers clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RZ delivers clearly more torque with 538 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 238 Nm more.

RZ

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 marginally lighter – 1,922 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries markedly more – 540 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is clearly superior overall 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 £48,900
RZ

Lexus RZ

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 227 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 457 - 559 km
Lexus RZ
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RZ

The Lexus RZ brings Lexus' trademark quiet luxury to the electric SUV world, wrapping poised handling and a plush, well-crafted cabin in a calm, composed package. It won't shout about raw figures — instead it trades headline numbers for smooth power delivery, fuss-free tech and an effortless refinement that will suit buyers who want electric convenience without losing the luxury experience.

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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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Lexus RZ
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mitsubishi
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