2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS 2WD Quick Review

Overview

The 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS 2WD is the second-most affordable variant in the Eclipse Cross range, positioned above the entry-level ES.

It's an ageing car, but is still looks fresh on the outside thanks to various facelifts over the years, offers a competent drive, decent cabin packaging and a respectable list of standard equipment. For those on a budget, it will fill the brief with easy and predictable dynamics, and a little-frills approach.

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Pricing & Features

The Eclipse Cross LS 2WD asks from $32,240, or you can opt for the AWD version for $36,740.

The LS comes with headline standard features such as: 18-inch alloy wheels, 8.0-inch infotainment screen, 6-speaker stereo, LED daytime running lights and fog lights, reclining rear seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear parking sensors, dusk-sensing headlights, DAB+ radio, rain sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, reversing camera and keyless entry.

The infotainment's software is a little simple, with a somewhat dated interface, it is both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatible.

Safety

Mitsubishi's Eclipse Cross wears a Five Star ANCAP safety rating across the range, achieved under less stringent 2017 regulations when it was assessed.

Its ANCAP rating expires in December 2023.

It is equipped with seven airbags, including dual frontal, side chest, side head (curtain) and a driver knee cushion.

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Safety items include: forward collision mitigation, active yaw control, blind spot warning, lane change assist, emergency brake assist, pedestrian recognition, adjustable speed limiter, rear cross traffic alert and lane departure warning.

Key Rivals

There are a number of small SUV offerings competing in the value-minded low-$30k arena, including:

• Nissan Qashqai
• Toyota Corolla Cross
• Kia Seltos
• Mazda CX-30

Should I put it on my shortlist?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is an ageing product by comparison to many segment mates. It has a simple, albeit seemingly durable, basic interior, it drives competently and predictably, and comes decently equipped with most of the daily-desired equipment as standard.

Interior cabin space is rather decent for its footprint, and the rear seating offers crucial flexibility in this segment. There's also much to be said for Mitsubishi's 10-year conditional warranty.