Buick Encore vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Overview
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | ES |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,600 (best) | $27,395 |
| Lowest listing price | $5,999 (best) | $12,999 |
| Median listing price | $15,788 (best) | $20,720 |
| Highest listing price | $20,797 (best) | $25,989 |
| For sale now | 13 (best) | 8 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 15.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp (best) | 152 hp |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 1.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.4 cu ft | 50.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,018 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,237 lbs (best) | 3,406 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.2 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 105.1 in (best) |
| Length | 168.4 in | 179 in (best) |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in (best) |
| Height | 65.3 in | 66.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick EncorePreferred | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Encore | Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $24,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $27,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $25,220 MSRP | LE $29,045 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SE $30,145 MSRP |
| 4 | — | RALLIART $30,995 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Black Edition $31,295 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SEL $31,595 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Encore13 for sale
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Used2019 Buick Encore
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Used2021 Buick Encore
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Used2019 Buick Encore
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Used2016 Buick Encore
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Graphite Gray Metallic•titanium98,303 mi$12,120McCarthy Hyundai Blue Springs
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Used2018 Buick Encore
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Graphite Gray Metallic•ebony71,831 mi$12,993Economy Auto Outlet
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross8 for sale
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Used2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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Silver•Black34,492 mi$20,990Drive Appeal
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Used2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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Certified2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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Used2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
SEL
White Diamond•Black40,443 mi$21,620McCarthy Hyundai Blue Springs
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Used2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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White•Black89,802 mi$14,300Economy Auto Outlet
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Buick Encore vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Buick Encore vs 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Buick Encore starts lower at $24,600. Live Buick Encore listings start at $5,999. Live Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross listings start at $12,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2022 Buick Encore leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2022 Buick Encore leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2022 Buick Encore leads on horsepower in this comparison (155).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2022 Buick Encore or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Buick Encore vs 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Encore (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (5/5 NHTSA overall).