Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross vs Toyota Corolla Cross vs Subaru Crosstrek
The compact-SUV market is booming in Lévis and Quebec City. The Eclipse Cross brings a turbo engine and AWC, the Corolla Cross bets on Toyota reliability, the Crosstrek on Subaru's symmetrical AWD. Which is quick on Highway 20 and reassuring in winter?
Our take on the matchup
The compact-SUV market is booming in Lévis and Quebec City, and these three compacts answer different priorities. The Eclipse Cross stands out with its 1.5L turbo engine: the torque (184 lb-ft) arrives early, which makes uphill passes and merges onto Highway 20 lively and safe. AWC, available on most trims, and the standard MI-PILOT safety suite make it a confident winter compact. The Corolla Cross bets on Toyota's restraint and reliability, with lower consumption, but it stays quieter on the road. The Crosstrek leans on Subaru's standard symmetrical AWD and the max cargo, with a more “outdoor” vocation. For expressive South-Shore driving, where passes and winter matter, the Eclipse Cross is the only one of the trio to offer a turbo in this budget — a real everyday asset.
Comparison table
| Criterion | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossOur pick | Toyota Corolla Cross | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP from | $29,798 | $28,790 | $30,295 |
| Power | 150 hp | 169 hp | 152 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo (upright) | 529 L | 647 L | 559 L |
| Cargo (folded) | 1141 L | 660 L | 1565 L |
| Drivetrain | AWC (all-wheel drive) | AWD available | Symmetrical AWD (standard) |
| Combined consumption | ≈ 8.9 L/100 km | ≈ 7.9 L/100 km | ≈ 8.0 L/100 km |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Warranty | 5 yrs / 100,000 km | 3 yrs / 60,000 km | 3 yrs / 60,000 km |
By-the-numbers overview
Normalized scores out of 10 (higher = better) for the radar; raw numeric values for the bars.
Comparative profile (radar)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
- Toyota Corolla Cross
- Subaru Crosstrek
Numeric values (bars)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
- Toyota Corolla Cross
- Subaru Crosstrek
Our advisors' pick
The Eclipse Cross stands out with its turbo torque (184 lb-ft) that makes uphill passes lively, standard AWC on many trims and generous base equipment. The Crosstrek keeps the edge of standard symmetrical AWD and max cargo; the Corolla Cross bets on Toyota restraint. For expressive driving on the South Shore, the Eclipse Cross is the only one to offer a turbo in this budget.
Strengths of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
- 1.5L turbo engine — high low-end torque
- Standard AWC across several trims
- 5-year / 100,000 km warranty
- MI-PILOT safety equipment included as standard
Worth considering
- Slightly higher fuel consumption
- Max cargo lower than the Crosstrek
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