The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact crossover SUV with seating for five passengers and a coupe-like roofline. It competes with vehicles such as the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Hyundai Tucson in the compact SUV segment. The 2026 model is largely a carryover from prior years, with minor updates including added hood badging on SEL trims and the removal of the factory-built navigation system. All trims feature a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 152 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed continuously variable transmission and standard Super All-Wheel Control.
The infotainment setup uses the Smartphone-Link Display Audio system, with an 8-inch touchscreen on most trims and a 7-inch screen on the base ES trim. It includes wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless connectivity on select models, SiriusXM radio, Bluetooth connectivity, and multiple USB ports. For 2026, the embedded navigation is no longer available, with mapping handled through smartphone integration, alongside standard MI-PILOT Assist features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation, blind-spot warning, and lane departure warning. The My Mitsubishi Connect app enables remote engine start, door lock/unlock, climate preconditioning, vehicle location finder, and status checks, supported by a 24-month trial for Safeguard and Remote service packages, with over-the-air updates for software maintenance.
What You're Really Signing Up For
- Connect app subscription required after trial for full features like remote start
- Collects location, biometrics, driving behavior, and license plate data
- Shares collected data with law enforcement
- Opting out of data collection blocks app access entirely
- Infotainment updates poorly documented pre-purchase
Top Reported Issues
The most frequently mentioned problems by owners
Inaccessible Infotainment Updates
The Smartphone Link Display Audio infotainment system requires software updates for fixes like Bluet...
Connect app subscription post-trial
Mitsubishi Connect app provides remote features like vehicle status and garage control, included fre...
Remote start requires app subscription
The remote start feature, which allows starting the engine from afar to warm or cool the car, is loc...
Inconsistent parking sensors
Front parking sensors help detect obstacles when parking or maneuvering at low speeds. They fail to ...
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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