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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Audi A1?

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Audi A1: Key differences

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

Eclipse Cross

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.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,163 £.

A1

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 barely more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers marginally more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Eclipse Cross

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 747 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers noticeably more boot space – 545 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries somewhat more – 470 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 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.

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A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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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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Reviews Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,908 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
385 - 413 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Audi
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offered with different drivetrains?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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