2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Looking at the all-new 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross brings out the inner child covering the bedroom wall with car posters. The striking design of the compact SUV brings about a new era and combines all the latest styling design with superb driving dynamics, advanced safety technology and a real purpose.
From the onset, the unique styling draws you in with an invitation you simply cannot refuse. All you want to do is get behind the wheel and drive everywhere, ready to take on any sort of conditions with confidence and complete peace of mind.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exterior Features And Styling
The almost sculpted shape along with the sharp, dynamic character lines turn heads wherever you drive. Not unlike the Mitsubishi Eclipse Dakar version, the muscular profile continues to impress on the 2019 Eclipse Cross. In addition to the menacing front grille, the dynamic 18-inch alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights help create a perfect balance between sport and style.
Some of the standout exterior features include folding side mirrors, dynamic shield design, park distance control, fog lamps, silver bumper skid plate, high-tech lighting design, reverse camera, roof rails and rear mudguards. It’s not only the styling and pure blissful look that draw you in but also what’s inside and under the hood.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Interior
Mitsubishi has made a real statement with the Eclipse Cross as it impresses all around. From the aforementioned dynamic body lines to the sophisticated interior and the incredible Super All-Wheel Control System (S-AWC). More on that later but for now, let’s take a close look at the interior.
Every detail in the beautifully designed cockpit of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has been crafted to enhance awareness and control. It makes driving feel more natural and intuitive with direct, linear response to every single command.
One of the standouts is the full-colour Head-Up Display (HUD). It shows all the relevant and necessary information to promote safer driving as you never have to take your eyes off the road. You can even adjust the image brightness and display height to suit your own personal preference and to match the time of day. The Head-Up Display automatically extends or retracts when turning the ignition on or off.
In terms of comfort, the driver and every passenger can enjoy a spacious interior featuring supportive contours and more than enough legroom. Everyone will be at home inside the Eclipse Cross and even feel refreshed on long road trips. Heated front and rear seats come with easily reclining and sliding adjustments for optimised space between passengers and luggage. The seats can also fold flat to make even more room for bigger cargo such as sporting equipment and extra luggage among others.
Specifications And Safety
Optimised for fuel efficiency, the 2.0L MIVEC engine develops 110kW at 6000rpm and 198Nm at 4200rpm Nm of torque. It truly puts instant acceleration firmly in your control wherever you go. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ride is comfortable, almost with unerring precision and poise delivering an exhilarating driving experience. The latest class-leading INVECS-III CVT 6-speed transmission with standard 6-speed step-up shift control provides smooth, powerful acceleration and exceptional fuel efficiency for its class.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a five star safety rating which is the highest in its class. It comes equipped with a host of advanced safety features such as:
- Forward Collision Mitigation System
- Active Stability and Traction Control
- Lane departure warning
- Lane change assist system
- Front, side, curtain and knee airbags
- ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors
- Emergency Stop Signal system (ESS)
- ABS with ABD
- Brake Assist (BA)
- Blind Spot Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
AWD And S-AWC Delivers Precise Handling
Mitsubishi’s S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) and its high rigid body will help you reach any destination safely and comfortably. You always remain in control with added agility and faster response even on rough roads, in adverse weather and other challenging driving conditions. The S-AWC system proves its worth on winding roads or sandy conditions as it supplies optimal torque to the rear wheels for better stability and control.
S-AWC also integrates with the Active Yaw Control (AYC), which uses braking for improved torque distribution to the left and right wheels. This means you have added control even when braking or accelerating too hard on a gravel corner. It also has different drive mode settings, i.e. AUTO, SNOW or GRAVEL where each one has the ability to enhance driving accuracy, stability and manoeuvrability depending on the road conditions.
MiTEC Technology
In addition to exceptional driving ability, performance and fuel efficiency, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is fitted with next-level technology. Mitsubishi Motors Intuitive Technology (MiTEC) is an integrated system of technological innovations that function together to guide, protect, alert, connect and entertain drivers and passengers.
Adding to the previously mentioned safety features, some of the other technologies in the 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross include RISE Body Construction (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution), Side-impact Protection Bars, EPS (Electronic Power Steering), EPB (Electronic Parking Brake), AYC (Active Yaw Control), HAS (Hill Start Assist), Dusk Sensing Headlamps, Rain-Sensing Windscreen Wipers, Central Door Locking with Motion Lock, Anti-theft Protection Device and Keyless Operating System.
The new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is available in two options, 2.0-litre CVT 4×2 at a price of R399 995 and a 2.0-litre CVT AWD at R449 995. If you want to experience pure driving bliss, book a test drive today. Follow us on Facebook or ready blog to keep updated on motoring news from around the world.
* Prices are correct as of February 2019
