Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC vs Kia Sportage PHEV AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 8.2 s Runner-up: 10.5 s
Range winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 70 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 188 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sportage PHEV AWD 540 L Runner-up: 359 L
Price winner Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC $37,990 Runner-up: $39,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC against the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.2 seconds, compared with 10.5 seconds for 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC is rated at 188 hp, a difference of 77 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 Nm and 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC at 332 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the longer listed range at 70 km, against 55 km for 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.6 L/100km; 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC is listed at 1.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 359 litres, a difference of 181 litres. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC is listed at 680 kg. 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC is 30 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC has the lower listed starting price at $37,990, compared with $39,990 for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC2025 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h10.5 s8.2 s
Top Speed162 km/h180 km/h
Power188 hp265 hp
Torque332 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km70 km
Battery13.8 kWh13.8 kWh
Fuel Tank47 L54 L
Efficiency1.8 L/100km1.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions41 g/km36 g/km
DC Charging—50 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,545 mm4,515 mm
Ground Clearance188 mm178 mm
Cargo359 L540 L
Curb Weight1,880 kg1,870 kg
Towing680 kg1,350 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$37,990$39,990

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC vs Kia Sportage PHEV AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.2 seconds, versus 10.5 seconds for 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 162 km/h (101 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 77 hp advantage over 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC.

Which has more range, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the longer listed range at 70 km (43 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

Both specifications list a 13.8 kWh battery.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 359 litres (12.7 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), compared with 680 kg (1,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC is heavier at 1,880 kg (4,145 lb), while 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $37,990 USD, compared with $39,990 USD for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV SEL S-AWC or the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD?

2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.