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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,772 £.

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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross delivers substantially more torque with 300 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

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: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 808 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers significantly more boot space – 545 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 418 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross carries substantially more – 413 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is decisively 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.

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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
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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