# Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 25-26 - **Drive:** 4WD - **Years covered:** 2018-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a small SUV rated at 25-26 mpg combined. Engines: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo. ## Every 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Eclipse Cross ES 4WD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | CVT | 25/28 | 26 mpg | $2,600 | 339 g/mi | | Eclipse Cross 4WD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | CVT | 25/26 | 25 mpg | $2,700 | 353 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD | 25-26 | | 2025 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-26 | | 2024 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-26 | | 2023 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2022 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2020 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2019 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | | 2018 | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | 4WD, FWD | 25-27 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Eclipse Cross changed over the years? - **2026:** FWD was dropped. - **2024:** combined mpg went from 25-27 to 25-26. ## What does it cost to run a Eclipse Cross? The EPA puts the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross's fuel cost at **$2,600-$2,700 a year**, against about $2,215 for other current small SUVs: roughly 20% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $13,250 in fuel. ## Eclipse Cross vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota RAV4](/vehicles/toyota-rav4) | Hybrid | 38-43 mpg | $1,550-$1,750 | | [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 | | [Toyota Corolla Cross](/vehicles/toyota-corolla-cross) | Gas, Hybrid | 30-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,250 | | [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 | | [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 | | [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 | | [Hyundai Tucson](/vehicles/hyundai-tucson) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,600 | | [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross get? The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is EPA-rated at 25-26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross have? The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes with: 1.5L 4-cyl turbo. It uses cvt transmission and is offered with 4WD. ### Is there a hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross? No. In the EPA data from 2018-2026 the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has no hybrid version. ### Which Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has the highest combined rating, up to 27 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for a year? About $2,600-$2,700 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross? The most efficient 2026 version, the Eclipse Cross ES 4WD, is rated 25 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (26 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 339-353 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is offered with 4WD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,600-$2,700 compares with about $2,215 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## More Mitsubishi models - [Mitsubishi Outlander](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-outlander) - [Mitsubishi Mirage](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-mirage): discontinued ## Other small SUVs - [Nissan Kicks](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-kicks) - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-rogue) - [Porsche Macan](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/porsche-macan) - [Subaru Crosstrek](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-crosstrek) - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-forester) - [Subaru Outback](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-outback) - [Subaru Solterra](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-solterra) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-eclipse-cross Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.