GAC Aion V vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV

The GAC Aion V starts from $42,590 before on-road costs, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV opens at $43,490. That makes the GAC Aion V the more affordable entry point by $900.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $46,849 and $47,839 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the GAC Aion V and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GAC Aion V and 97% for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GAC Aion V packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the GAC Aion V and 7 in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV. The GAC Aion V adds a 360-degree camera that the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV misses.

The GAC Aion V features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 8.9-inch digital dash, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV gets a 8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Aion V stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and power tailgate that you will not find on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GAC Aion V uses a Electric producing 150kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV responds with a Petrol making 96kW and 195Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.7 seconds.

The GAC Aion V has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 96kW. In the real-world sprint, the GAC Aion V is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 75.3kWh (GAC Aion V) vs 13.8kWh (Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV), giving WLTP ranges of 510km and 55km. DC fast charging peaks at 180kW (GAC Aion V) vs 50kW (Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV).

The GAC Aion V measures 4,605mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 60mm longer than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV at 4,545mm (2,670mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Aion V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 427L in the GAC Aion V and 409L in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV, giving the GAC Aion V a 18L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 8 years / 150,000km (GAC Aion V) vs 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV). The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV has longer coverage.