Compare performance (218 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Subaru Forester?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Subaru Forester has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34700 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6429 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Subaru Forester performs slight better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 118 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers minimal more room – 508 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs minimal better – up to 1731 L, which is about 61 L more than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.
Overall, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.
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Price
41100 - 48200 £
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Price
34700 - 42200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 16.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
635 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Length
4489 mm
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Length
4670 mm
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Width
1908 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Height
1571 mm
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Height
1730 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1670 L
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Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
446 - 492 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
188 km/h
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Subaru
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.