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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or Subaru Outback?

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • very slightly 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

Eclipse Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru Outback is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,114 £.

Outback

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 markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 48 Nm more.

Eclipse Cross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is a bit lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers very slightly more boot space – 561 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries noticeably more – 557 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 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
Subaru Outback

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,908 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 413 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Subaru
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