2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Escape

2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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2024 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $26,345 to $31,145
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 50.1 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 152 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The Ford Escape will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
The Ford Escape requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Escape is somewhat more expensive than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Handling
The Ford Escape has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Escape is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Escape has a little more horsepower than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. With the Ford Escape, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.