Purists may bemoan the fact that the Mitsubishi has decided to use the iconic Eclipse name on a crossover, but it’s happened and we should all probably get used to it. The Tokyo Motor Show gave us an opportunity to get a closer look at the Eclipse Cross – next to the new e-Evolution Concept, another crossover that repurposes a hallowed nameplate – and the “ASX coupé” does look to be quite an attractive proposition.
Although it’s been significantly toned down from the XR-PHEV concepts that previewed it, the Eclipse Cross carries over many of the styling cues. Front and centre is Mitsubishi’s Dynamic Shield grille, flanked by large head- and fog light clusters, while the wedge-shaped profile, steeply-rising beltline, fast rear windscreen rake and short rear overhang give the car a more dynamic look.
The deep character line along the side of the car runs into the tail lights, and emphasises the beefy fender flares. At the rear, the Eclipse Cross’ LED tail lights stretches across the rear windscreen, which is split Honda CR-Z-style. The third brake light is situated along the dividing bar, and when illuminated it connects the tail lights, forming a single beam of light.
Measuring 4,405 mm long, 1,805 mm wide and 1,685 mm tall, the new car is 110 mm longer, 35 mm wider and 60 mm taller than the ASX, although the 2,670 mm wheelbase remains the same.
Step inside and you’ll find an interior that’s actually rather reminiscent of the Lexus NX, with a cliff-like centre console framed by silver metal trim pieces. There’s even a Touchpad Controller that is a direct ripoff of the Lexus’ Remote Touch pad, manipulating the centre display. Speaking of which, the Smartphone Link Display Audio system supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Ahead of the driver, there’s a head-up display that shows vehicle speed, data from the active safety systems and other necessary information, while at the back, the 60:40 split-folding rear bench slides and reclines.
Power comes from a new 1.5 litre direct-injected turbo petrol engine producing 163 PS at 5,500 rpm and 250 Nm from 1,800 to 4,500 rpm, mated to a CVT that features a Sport Mode with eight virtual ratios. There’s also a 2.2 litre turbodiesel (no outputs have been revealed for the oil burner just yet), paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Under the skin, the Eclipse Cross features an electronically-controlled all-wheel drive system, as well as Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) integrated dynamics control system with brake-activated Active Yaw Control (AYC). A three-point front strut tower brace and rear structural bonding increase body rigidity, which, combined with detail suspension optimisation, is said to offer precise handling and superior stability.
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(Like) Boyue 1.8T.
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Boyue is bigger than the Eclipse Cross. Compare ASX and CR-V side by side and you will see what I mean.
Eclipse Cross is 110 mm longer, 35 mm wider and 60 mm taller than the ASX. Geddit?
This car will take away Volvo suv market. May be some crv share too
Boyue doa.
How big is your crystal ball?
The latest CR-V is still 179 mm longer, 50 mm wider and 4 mm taller than even the Eclipse Cross. Meanwhile, Boyue is 154 mm longer, 26 mm wider and 9 mm taller than the Eclipse Cross. All dimensions taken from within Paultan.
1.5T road tax lower…
Eclipse becomes SUV
Evo becomes SUV
Next GTO & FTO becomes SUV?
Addition: colt becomes full sized pickup truck compared to f-150, titan, tundra, ram, silverlardo. :P
Proton just rebadged this Mitsubishi beauty !!
U think geely will let?
drb pegang 50.1% p1
BoD is under Geely, thou…
Malu besar bang.
1.5T without Mivec? Should be much more hp if with Mivec…190hp maybe.
Habis la boyue..
Belum kuar sudah habis?
Some other website stated it come with 1.5T-Mivec. Where 2wd sprint 0-100 in 10.3sec and 9.8sec for 4wd. Not too sure which is right. Let just wait and see.
If Mitsubishi bring this model to Malaysia , surely my lovely HRV look ugly , arrrghh
If Mitsubishi bring this model to Malaysia , bad news to HRV owner , HRV sure look ugly , arrrrghh
yet C-HR still sleeping and no longer need to launch anymore….
C-hr become jeruk already
If only the ASX and Outlander has the same interior designs and quality of the Eclipse Cross from the start, Mitsubishi would be drowning in money now. Jokes aside, MMM, stop being tardy and bring in the Pajero Sport and Eclipse Cross pronto!
Mitsubishi, why CVT again?!?!? I love your car so much but I hate your CVT even more. Why CVT?! Why?! Why?! Why?! Why?! ;(
Why not?
Punch CVT ok je.
The 2.2L diesel comes with 8-speed torque converter automatic.
This one will be a replacement to my mazda 2.2d
I’m not amused. Especially considering I haved owned 2 different first generation Eclipses.
Not because they have used the name on a SUV but Mitsu could have put in more poke. That’s really sad. The 2.2 oil burner would probably be the better engine if it makes it here.
Forget about other models which we will never get over here. Just let us have the new Pajero Sports which is already available in Thailand for quite a while now!
The sharp lines throughout gives this car a stand-out appearance. With a decent interior and engine/transmission this will be a class leader. I wonder if it drives as good as it looks…
everything looks define except meter panel
is mitsubishi obsessed with giant fog lights? ^^
What’s up with the ass of the car ……. ?
What a nice beauty!!!
Design not bad but why spotlight bigger than the headlight?
can’t wait maybe my next car (2nd car)
Quite a NO for Mitsubishi Malaysia to bring in, since Outlander and Triton are still on sales . All Sedan are not really sell well in our market . No even facelift will bother to launch over Malaysia . You have to do something Mitsubishi Malaysia