Suzuki Vitara vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Suzuki Vitara and Mitsubishi Eclipse contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Suzuki Vitara and the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
When comparing the Suzuki Vitara's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, the Suzuki Vitara has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mitsubishi Eclipse has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Suzuki Vitara's and the Mitsubishi Eclipse's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Suzuki Vitara’s base engine makes 165 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Eclipse base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Vitara is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 336 miles. The Eclipse is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. This gives the Mitsubishi Eclipse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Suzuki Vitara. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
17594
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Starting MSRP:
18994
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
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Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
128596
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Suzuki Vitara Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Suzuki Vitara
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Eclipse
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3266612514908798
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.346740385506883
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Suzuki Vitara Rankings
Not yet available
Mitsubishi Eclipse Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Suzuki Vitara Trim Levels
LX
Mitsubishi Eclipse Trim Levels
GS, GT, GTS, RS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
165 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
158 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 336 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2899 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2910 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
51.6 inches
Length:
176.8 inches
Wheelbase:
100.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Satin Black
Blue
Indigo Blue Metallic
Red
Victory Red
Silver
Platinum Silver Metallic
White
Bright White
Yellow
Bright Yellow
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Kalapana Black
Blue
Steel Blue Pearl / Torched Steel Blue
Red
Ultra Red Pearl
Silver
Sterling Silver Metallic
White
Dover White Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Gray
Titanium Pearl
Green
Machine Green Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Beige
Sand Blast
Black
Midnight
