Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| Eclipse Cross | Forester | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Starting price | $27,795 | $29,995 |
| Monthly payment | $323 | $349 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Fuel economy | 25.5 mpg | 35.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 340 g/mi–352 g/mi | 254 g/mi–348 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
The 2022-2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross received a 'Poor' rating in the updated IIHS Moderate Overlap and Side Impact tests, despite earning 'Good' ratings under the older, less stringent protocols. This indicates a higher risk of injury in specific moderate overlap and side-impact collision scenarios compared to competitors. The concern is primarily a crashworthiness and structural safety issue rather than a mechanical defect, affecting the North American market first-generation models. Crash-test ratings do not typically involve a repair cost, so the price is not applicable.
Common-issue data is not available yet.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and Subaru Forester suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Eclipse Cross starts at $27,795; Forester starts at $29,995. The difference is $2,200, making Eclipse Cross about 7% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: Eclipse Cross — $323; Forester — $349. The difference is $26 per month, with Eclipse Cross lower.
The models use different powertrains: Eclipse Cross — Gasoline; Forester — Hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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