The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact SUV built from 2018 to 2026 over 2 generations. Most were assembled in Japan — 100% of those on record. Between 2018 and 2026 it grew 15 cm longer and gained 10 kg. Engines offered: 4-cyl. Worth buying? It holds up well, with the usual caveat about model years at 4.0/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Eclipse Cross is
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact SUV that Mitsubishi built from 2018 to 2026 — 9 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 2022. It has been offered with 4-cyl power. Its closest sibling in the Mitsubishi range: Outlander.
Where the Eclipse Cross is built
A badge says where the company is registered; the VIN says where the car was bolted together. We counted the first three characters — the manufacturer identifier — across 58 Eclipse Crosss on record.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | JA4 | 2018-2025 |
Check your own: the first three characters of a Mitsubishi VIN decide which of these 2 lines your Eclipse Cross belongs to. What every character in a Eclipse Cross VIN means →
Got the full 17 characters? A free VIN check on a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross adds what the decoder can't see: open recalls, theft and total-loss records, and the safety ratings for that exact build.
Eclipse Cross generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the Eclipse Cross's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the Eclipse Cross that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2021 | 440 cm | 267 cm | 1565 kg | - | - |
| 2022-2026 | 455 cm | 267 cm | 1575 kg | +15 cm | +10 kg |
Between 2018 and 2026 the Eclipse Cross gained 15 cm in length (+3.4%) and 10 kg in weight (+0.6%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the Eclipse Cross that is 10 kg against 15 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Eclipse Cross owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have? Power & range
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is offered with 1 powertrain — 1.5L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 1.5L · 4-cyl | CVT | 4WD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Eclipse Cross's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The Eclipse Cross by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Eclipse Cross | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 13 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Owner complaints | 58 filed | What breaks and when |
| Reliability | 4.0 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $1,996/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 87 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The Eclipse Cross is a compact SUV, built from 2018 to 2026 across 2 generations. Engines offered: 4-cyl.
Where is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross made?
Across 58 cars in our records the split is: Japan (100%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the plant's manufacturer and country — that is where these shares come from, not from a press release.
How many generations does the Eclipse Cross have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 2022. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the Eclipse Cross grew 15 cm longer and gained 10 kg.
What is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross warranty?
New models carry 5 years / 60,000 miles basic cover and 10 years / 100,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Eclipse Cross reliable?
It scores 4.0/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Eclipse Cross?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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