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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Nissan Qashqai?

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

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

Nissan Qashqai is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,529 £.

Qashqai

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 marginally more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers only slightly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Nissan Qashqai is markedly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers only slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries moderately more – 516 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has only a minor advantage 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
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Reviews Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
98 - 152 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
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,908 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 413 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offered with different drivetrains?

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

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