2025 Buick Encore GX vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Encore GX

2025 Buick
Encore GX

MSRP*: $26,000 to $33,100
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2024 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $26,345 to $31,145
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MPG - City 26 - 29 MPG 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 31 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 50.1 ft3
Engine
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 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 137 - 155 hp 152 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 171.2 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 71.4 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.0 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 38.1 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
The Buick Encore GX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Buick Encore GX and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Encore GX, 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). Whether you pick the Buick Encore GX or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Buick Encore GX is about the same width as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The Buick Encore GX is slightly shorter than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Buick Encore GX has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Encore GX and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Buick Encore GX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Encore GX and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Buick Encore GX as you will in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.