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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

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

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,172 £.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

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 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

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

Eclipse Cross

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.

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

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 844 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers considerably more boot space – 545 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross carries significantly more – 413 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is far ahead 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 £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
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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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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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,908 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
385 - 413 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Mazda
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