Compare the2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossVS 2025 Mazda CX-70

Both the Eclipse Cross and the CX-70 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, all wheel drive, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras, available blind spot warning systems, around view monitors and rear cross-path warning.

The Eclipse Cross comes with a full 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire truck and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The CX-70’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 2 years or 24,000 miles sooner.

Mitsubishi’s powertrain warranty covers the Eclipse Cross 5 years and 40,000 miles longer than Mazda covers the CX-70. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Coverage on the CX-70 ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The Eclipse Cross’ corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the CX-70’s (7 vs. 5 years).

Mitsubishi pays for scheduled maintenance on the Eclipse Cross for 2 years and 30,000 miles. Mitsubishi will pay for oil changes, tire rotations, air filter replacements, cabin filter replacement, brake fluid replacement, inspections, and any other required maintenance (up to 3 visits). Mazda doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the CX-70.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2024 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Mitsubishi vehicles are better in initial quality than Mazda vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Mitsubishi above average in initial quality. With 41 more problems per 100 vehicles, Mazda is rated below average.

On the EPA test cycle the Eclipse Cross gets better mileage than the CX-70 running its gasoline engine:

To lower fuel costs and make buying fuel easier, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross uses regular unleaded gasoline. The CX-70 PHEV requires premium for maximum efficiency, which can cost on average about 84.9 cents more per gallon.

The Eclipse Cross has a standard continuously variable transmission (CVT). With no “steps” between gears, it can keep the engine at the most efficient speed for fuel economy, or keep it at its peak horsepower indefinitely for maximum acceleration. The CX-70 doesn’t offer a CVT.

For better maneuverability, the Eclipse Cross AWD’s turning circle is 3.3 feet tighter than the CX-70’s (34.8 feet vs. 38.1 feet).

For greater off-road capability the Eclipse Cross has a greater minimum ground clearance than the CX-70 (8.5 vs. 8 inches), allowing the Eclipse Cross to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged. The Eclipse Cross’ minimum ground clearance is .4 inch higher than on the CX-70 Turbo S/PHEV (8.5 vs. 8.1 inches).

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 1450 to 1700 pounds less than the Mazda CX-70.

The Eclipse Cross is 1 foot, 9.8 inches shorter than the CX-70, making the Eclipse Cross easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The Eclipse Cross is 7.4 inches narrower than the CX-70, making the Eclipse Cross easier to handle and maneuver in traffic.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Mitsubishi service is better than Mazda. J.D. Power ranks Mitsubishi 8th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 14% lower rating, Mazda is ranked 14th.