Kia Seltos 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 | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | ES |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,990 (best) | $27,395 |
| Lowest listing price | $16,731 | $12,999 (best) |
| Median listing price | $29,166 | $20,720 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $36,035 | $25,989 (best) |
| For sale now | 247 (best) | 8 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 15.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 152 hp (best) |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 64.2 cu ft (best) | 50.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,109 lbs (best) | 3,406 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in (best) | 105.1 in |
| Length | 174.4 in | 179 in (best) |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 71.1 in |
| Height | 63 in | 66.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SeltosLX | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | Kia Seltos | Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $24,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $27,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $26,690 MSRP | LE $29,045 MSRP |
| 3 | S $26,390 MSRP | SE $30,145 MSRP |
| 4 | S $28,090 MSRP | RALLIART $30,995 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $28,390 MSRP | Black Edition $31,295 MSRP |
| 6 | EX $30,090 MSRP | SEL $31,595 MSRP |
| 7 | X-Line S $28,990 MSRP | — |
| 8 | X-Line SX $32,790 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Kia Seltos247 for sale
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross8 for sale
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Kia Seltos vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Seltos 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: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Seltos starts lower at $24,990. Live Kia Seltos listings start at $16,731. Live Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross listings start at $12,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2027 Kia Seltos leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2027 Kia Seltos leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Seltos or 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- The 2027 Kia Seltos leads on horsepower in this comparison (190).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Seltos 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 2027 Kia Seltos vs 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (5/5 NHTSA overall).