2023 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | NewCars.com

2023 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Kona

2023 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $22,140 to $30,450
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

2024 Mitsubishi
Eclipse Cross

MSRP*: $26,345 to $30,445
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MPG - City 27 - 30 MPG 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 35 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.8 ft3 50.1 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 195-hp, 1.6-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 147 - 195 hp 152 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 165.6 - 166.0 in 179.0 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.1 in
Head Room Front 38.0 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Hyundai Kona than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Kona and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Kona as you will with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Kona will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Kona is about the same width as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. If you go with the Hyundai Kona, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona has the same turning radius as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Kona has a little less horsepower than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Kona has much lower torque than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The Hyundai Kona has less cargo space than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.