MINI Cooper vs Mitsubishi Eclipse
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Overview
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Oxford Edition | GS |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,500 | $19,499 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.6 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 162 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 3 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 34.4 cu ft (best) | 15.7 cu ft |
| Payload | 785 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,014 lbs (best) | 3,272 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 101.4 in (best) |
| Length | 152.6 in | 180.4 in (best) |
| Width | 68.7 in | 72.2 in (best) |
| Height | 56.4 in (best) | 53.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Mitsubishi EclipseGS |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
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 | MINI Cooper | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oxford Edition $25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GS $19,499 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Oxford Edition $26,500 MSRP | GS $20,499 MSRP |
| 3 | Signature $29,500 MSRP | GS-Sport $24,699 MSRP |
| 4 | Signature $30,500 MSRP | GS-Sport $27,999 MSRP |
| 5 | Signature $34,600 MSRP | SE $24,699 MSRP |
| 6 | Signature Plus $31,900 MSRP | SE $28,299 MSRP |
| 7 | Signature Plus $32,900 MSRP | GT $29,089 MSRP |
| 8 | Signature Plus $37,000 MSRP | GT $32,599 MSRP |
| 9 | S Signature $32,800 MSRP | — |
| 10 | S Signature $33,800 MSRP | — |
| 11 | S Signature $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Iconic $33,600 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Iconic $34,600 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Iconic $38,700 MSRP | — |
| 15 | S Signature Plus $35,200 MSRP | — |
| 16 | S Signature Plus $36,200 MSRP | — |
| 17 | S Signature Plus $40,300 MSRP | — |
| 18 | S Iconic $36,900 MSRP | — |
| 19 | S Iconic $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 20 | S Iconic $42,000 MSRP | — |
| 21 | JCW Signature $38,900 MSRP | — |
| 22 | JCW Signature $44,600 MSRP | — |
| 23 | JCW Signature Plus $41,300 MSRP | — |
| 24 | JCW Signature Plus $47,000 MSRP | — |
| 25 | JCW Iconic $43,300 MSRP | — |
| 26 | JCW Iconic $49,000 MSRP | — |
MINI Cooper vs Mitsubishi Eclipse FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 MINI Cooper vs 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse starts lower at $19,499.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,499).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse leads on horsepower in this comparison (265).
- Which has better seats: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on seats in this comparison (5).