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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is standard Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel drive on every trim, replacing the previous mix of two-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions. This is otherwise a light update rather than another redesign.
About the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
1st generation Eclipse Cross (2018-present); 2023 is the second U.S. model year after the major 2022 refresh.
Mitsubishi positions the Eclipse Cross as a stylish compact SUV with standard all-wheel-drive confidence, easy city size, and a strong safety-and-warranty story. It is aimed at shoppers who want something more expressive than a plain commuter crossover but still need everyday usefulness, simple controls, and bad-weather traction. Against rivals, its biggest built-in differentiator is standard S-AWC on every trim rather than reserving AWD for pricier versions.
The 2023 Eclipse Cross ranges from the practical ES to the more upscale SEL, with each trim using a turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive. LE adds heated seats and smartphone connectivity, SE brings navigation and more driver-assistance features, and SEL tops the regular lineup with leather seating, a heated steering wheel, and a multi-view camera. The limited-run RALLIART is an appearance-focused model with red-and-black exterior accents and red interior stitching, not a higher-performance version.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel drive becomes standard on every trim, and the previous two-wheel-drive versions are discontinued.
Styling
LED headlights and LED fog lights become standard across the lineup. LE, SE, and SEL receive a new 18-inch wheel design; SE gets revised silver lower front trim, while SEL gets body-color lower exterior trim. The rally-themed RALLIART special edition joins the lineup with red-and-black exterior details and red cabin stitching, while the SE Special Edition and SEL Special Edition are dropped.
2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode | Automatic, CVT w/Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 152 hp | 152 hp | 152 hp | 152 hp | 152 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 50.1 cu-ft | 50.1 cu-ft | 50.1 cu-ft | 50.1 cu-ft | 50.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 37.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Top View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest difference between the 2023 and 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The biggest difference is that every 2023 Eclipse Cross has Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel drive. The two-wheel-drive versions offered previously are no longer part of the lineup.
Was the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross redesigned?
No, the 2023 Eclipse Cross was not redesigned. It follows the major 2022 refresh with a lighter update centered on standard all-wheel drive, standard LED lighting, trim-level styling revisions, and lineup changes.
Is the 2023 Eclipse Cross RALLIART a higher-performance model?
No, the RALLIART is primarily an appearance-focused special edition. It uses the same 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, continuously variable automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive system, while adding red-and-black exterior accents and red interior stitching.
Which 2023 Eclipse Cross trims received new wheels?
The LE, SE, and SEL trims received a new 18-inch wheel design for 2023. The LE keeps a dark appearance with black wheels and black mirror caps.
Which Eclipse Cross trims were added or dropped for 2023?
The limited-run RALLIART special edition joined the lineup for 2023. The SE Special Edition and SEL Special Edition were discontinued, while the regular ES, LE, SE, and SEL trims continued.
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