Comparison - Kia Niro EX Premium 2020 - vs - Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SEL 2019

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Average Price: 
$
44,590
Updated: 
17 Apr 2019
$
28,195
Updated: 
29 Apr 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2019
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
1-speed Direct Drive
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Gravity Blue
#273A5B
Aurora Black Pearl
#141414
Snow white pearl
#FFFFFF
Runway red
#F21A27
Platinum Gray
#61656A
Silky Silver
#D7D7D7
Color: 
Diamond Red
#C3181F
Titanium Grey Metallic
#777C7F
Alloy silver metallic
#CCCCCC
Tarmac Black metallic
#0A0A0A
White Pearl
#FFFFFF
Bronze metallic
#6B4838
Octane blue metallic
#1951A5

Electric

Motors: 
permanent-magnet synchronous AC
Battery: 
liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 64.0 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
239mi
Top Speed: 
108mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.50s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Kia Niro EV comes with a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 10 yr./ 100000 mi. powertrain warranty.Redesigned headlights.EX trim level gets standard 8-inch touchscreen.EX Premium trim now includes 10.25-inch touchscreen.

Pros
Lots of standard safety features
Plenty of driving range for an affordable EV
Fun to drive with zippy acceleration and surprisingly decent handling
Clever interior storage options

Cons
All-wheel drive isn't available despite crossover styling
Leather upholstery is a little stiff

By: 
edmunds.com

The Kia Niro EV gets more screen space for 2020, and it remains one of the roomiest of the affordable long-range electric vehicles.

Pros
Roomy interior
Simple, intuitive interface
Great infotainment systems
Packed with features

Cons
Not a $45,000 car in the up-close details
Busy ride motions
Benchlike front seats
Odd center console layout

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Kia Niro's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. It was a finalist for our 2020 Best Hybrid or Electric SUV for the Money award. Currently the Kia Niro has a score of 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent fuel economy
Spacious interior when compared with subcompact SUVs
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Not available with all-wheel drive
Interior not as upscale as rivals’
Unimpressive acceleration

By: 
usnews.com

Since this is only the second year for the Eclipse Cross, Mitsubishi has made very few changes. Midrange LE models now come with gloss-black window-switch controls and all Eclipse Cross models can now be equipped with roof rails.

Pros
Provocative styling,
sturdy build,
well-paired engine and transmission.

Cons
Busy rear design,
ho-hum fuel economy.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ranked #18 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a score of 6.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable ride
Light off-roading ability

Cons
Minimal cargo space
Body lean around corners
Numb steering

By: 
usnews.com

The 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.The LE trim receives gloss-black window-switch panels.

PROS
Provides plenty of standard features
Turbocharged engine delivers peppy performance
Easy-to-use infotainment system

CONS
Top trim-level pricing is similar to better driving compact SUVs
Not much fun to drive around turns
Ride quality is a bit rough

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Electric
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
25.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Electric
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.50L
Torque: 
291ft-lbs
184ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
201hp
at 3 800rpm
152hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.80Feet
34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
no
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
172.20in
173.40in
Width: 
71.10in
71.10in
Height: 
61.80in
66.50in
Ground Clearance: 
6.10in
8.50in
Front Track: 
60.80in
Rear Track: 
60.80in
Wheel Base: 
106.30in
105.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.10
39.50
Rear Head Room: 
37.70
37.30
Front Leg Room: 
41.70in
40.90in
Rear leg room: 
36.00in
35.30in
Front Hip Room: 
53.70in
53.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.00in
56.20in
Rear Hip Room: 
48.30in
52.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in
55.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
53.00cu.ft
48.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.50cu.ft
22.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
16.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
29.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
3854.00lbs
3516.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
1 One-Touch Power Window
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver's Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket Front Seats
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8 Total Speakers
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
High-mount LED Brake Lights
"Welcome" & "Coming Home" Lights
Privacy Glass, Rear
Roof Rails (Black)
Colour-keyed Door Handles & Door Mirrors
Heated Door Mirrors with Side Turn Lamp
Electric Folding Door Mirrors
Front Bumper Material Gloss Black with Silver Painted Front Grille & Chrome Accents
Window Moulding Surround, Chrome
Tailgate garnish, Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 7.0 In.
18 X 7.0-In
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All-Season Tires
Painted Alloy Wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors
LED Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
LED Illumination Package
Garnish Package
LED Interior Enhancement Package
Premium Exterior Package
Roof Rails And Crossbars
Cargo Package
Protection And All Weather Value Package
Chrome Package
All Weather Package
Popular Equipment Value Package
Exterior Package
Towing Package
Protection Package
Quick Value Package
Exterior Options: 
Cross Bars
Rear Bumper Applique
Mud Guards
Wheel Locks
Premium Paint Charge (Pearl White)
Accessory Hood Protector
Premium Paint Charge (Red Diamond)
Accessory Black Lug Nuts And Wheel Locks
Accessory Roof Rack Crossbars
Accessory Front And Rear Mudguards
Accessory Roof Rails
Accessory Carbon Grille
Accessory Rear Wing Spoiler
Interior Options: 
Cargo Net
Cargo Mat
Carpeted Floor Mats
Accessory Tonneau Cover

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Charcoal,w/Blue Accents, leatherette
#2A2829
Color: 
Black, leather
#191919