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Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback vs Volkswagen Golf

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback

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2027 Volkswagen Golf

Overview

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
Selected trim4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Autobahn
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricregular unleaded
Transmission1-speed direct drive7-speed automatic
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
MSRP$37,745$0 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
Combined MPG—27 MPG (best)
City MPG—24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—32 MPG (best)
Battery capacity75 kWh (best)—
Fuel tank—13 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
Horsepower214 hp241 hp (best)
Torque261 lb-ft273 lb-ft (best)
Engine size—2 L (best)
Cylinders—I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume55.5 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight4,243 lbs3,183 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)5 in
Wheelbase105.9 in (best)104 in
Length173.8 in (best)169 in
Width71.3 in (best)70 in
Height61.3 in (best)58 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi Eclipse Sportback4dr Hatchback (electric DD)Volkswagen GolfAutobahn
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimMitsubishi Eclipse SportbackVolkswagen Golf
1

4dr Hatchback (electric DD)

$37,745 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Autobahn

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

S

$0 MSRP

3—

SE

$0 MSRP

Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback vs Volkswagen Golf FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback vs 2027 Volkswagen Golf on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volkswagen Golf starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on horsepower in this comparison (241).