Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV vs Toyota bZ4X
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Toyota bZ4X scores higher, 80 vs 71
Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 20 Sep 2026, price 6 Sep 2026
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV
14 of 27 standard · no option data · 13 no dataFrom
$47,790
RRP, before on-road costs
- Body
- SUV
- Fuel type
- Plug-in Hybrid
- Engine
- 2.4L D4 MPI VVT (IN)
- Power
- 94kW
- Economy
- 6 L/100km as a hybrid
- Safety
- No data
- Boot (seats up)
- 359L
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Reference image · overseas modelToyota bZ4X
20 of 27 standard · no option data · 7 no dataFrom
$55,990
RRP, before on-road costs
- Body
- SUV
- Fuel type
- Electric
- Engine
- Electric
- Power
- 167kW
- Energy use
- 13.8 kWh/100km
- Safety
- ANCAP ★5 · 2025
- Boot (seats up)
- 452L
Top CarSorted Score, 80 vs 71, but the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV is $8,200 cheaper
Toyota Australia offer: bonus, $5,000 toward your deposit. Terms
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Manufacturer offer
No end date printed
$5,000 Plate Clearance Bonus on bZ4X
Offer from Toyota Australia, checked 12 Nov 2026
T&Cs apply, as the maker prints them. Eligibility, stock and build limits vary, so confirm the offer with the dealer.
$47,790RRP
- no option data for this car
$55,990RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
A plug-in hybrid is compared on its fuel use as a hybrid (battery depleted), the figure that is like for like with the other car; its certified combined figure, which assumes every trip starts with a full battery, is printed under it. Electric range is how far it goes before the petrol engine is needed.
Price and cost per week
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
$47,790
RRP, before on-road costs. Checked 24 June 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
About $198 a week in repayments ($47,790 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a.). An estimate, not a loan offer.
Toyota bZ4X FWD
$55,990
RRP, before on-road costs. Checked 6 Sept 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
About $236 a week in repayments ($55,990 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a.). An estimate, not a loan offer.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV starts $8,200 lower on RRP.
The Toyota bZ4X currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which applies to novated leases. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV does not: plug-in hybrids lost the fbt exemption on 1 april 2025.
On-road costs (stamp duty, registration, CTP and dealer delivery) depend on your state and the dealer; ask for a written drive-away price before you sign.
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Ways to buy
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Finance
From ≈$198/wk(≈$857/mo)
Estimate on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV at $47,790 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
Compare real car-loan ratesDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.
Novated lease
Electric, with an RRP under the $91,661 fuel-efficient LCT threshold (2026-27): under the ATO's electric cars exemption a novated lease of an eligible electric car attracts no FBT if luxury car tax was never payable on it. The benefit is still reportable.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the Toyota bZ4XDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Safety Rundown
We hold no ANCAP data for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
Driver assistance, system by system. We can confirm 5 of 10 key systems on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and 5 on the Toyota bZ4X.
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Recalls on our record
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV
None open on our record
Toyota bZ4X
- REC-006639 · published 26 Jun 2026Due to a software issue with the high-voltage battery Electronic Control Unit, the electric drive system may shut down.Year range on the notice: 2025 - 2026
- REC-006428 · published 10 Sep 2025Due to a software programming issue, the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) electrical compressor may fail.Year range on the notice: 2023 - 2025
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Charging times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.
How long to charge
13.8kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · car accepts 22kW · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
Same as public DC: this car caps at 22kW
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7.4kW AC, 22kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
How long to charge
71.4kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 150kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 150kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Toyota bZ4X gets a 14-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV stands out with Apple CarPlay — features our data doesn't list for the Toyota bZ4X. The Toyota bZ4X counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV gets cloth upholstery while the Toyota bZ4X offers synthetic leather.
Equipment few rivals have, on either carShowHide
Drivetrain
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV uses a 2.4L D4 MPI VVT (IN) producing 94kW and 199Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.7 seconds.
The Toyota bZ4X responds with a Electric making 167kW and 269Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.4 seconds.
The Toyota bZ4X has the clear power advantage at 167kW vs 94kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Toyota bZ4X is 2.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV measures 4,545mm long on a 2,670mm wheelbase, 145mm shorter than the Toyota bZ4X at 4,690mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota bZ4X generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 359L in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and 452L in the Toyota bZ4X, giving the Toyota bZ4X a 93L advantage.
For towing, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV's turning circle is 0.4 m tighter, 10.8 m against 11.2 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.
Cost to own
At 15,000 km a year, fuel for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV costs about $1,710 a year (6 L/100km as a hybrid) and electricity for the Toyota bZ4X about $662 a year (13.8 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh. A plug-in hybrid is costed running as a hybrid (battery depleted); charged daily, it uses less fuel and some electricity.
Warranty: 10 years / 200k km (Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV) and 5 years / Unlimited (Toyota bZ4X). Capped-price servicing: 10 years (Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV), no data (Toyota bZ4X).
Where each one leads
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV: the lower starting price ($47,790 against $55,990), the longer warranty (10 years against 5) and the higher braked towing limit (1,500kg against 750kg).
The Toyota bZ4X: more power (167kW against 94kW) and the bigger boot with the seats up (452L against 359L).
The Verdict
Toyota bZ4X scores higher, 80 vs 71
The Toyota bZ4X scores 80 to the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV's 71 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 6 of the 9 spec rows that separate them. The biggest gaps: safety (Toyota bZ4X ahead by 27 points), performance (Toyota bZ4X ahead by 17 points). Boot space with the seats up: 359L in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV, 452L in the Toyota bZ4X. Warranty: 10 years on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV, 5 on the Toyota bZ4X.
Ways to buy
For the 2 cars on this page.
Finance
From ≈$198/wk(≈$857/mo)
Estimate on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV at $47,790 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
Compare real car-loan ratesDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.
Novated lease
Electric, with an RRP under the $91,661 fuel-efficient LCT threshold (2026-27): under the ATO's electric cars exemption a novated lease of an eligible electric car attracts no FBT if luxury car tax was never payable on it. The benefit is still reportable.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the Toyota bZ4XDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV and Toyota bZ4X?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV is the cheapest at $47,790 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Toyota bZ4X by $8,200.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Toyota bZ4X holds a 5-star ANCAP rating (tested 2025). We hold no ANCAP data for Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Toyota bZ4X has the largest boot at 452L with the seats up.
Which can tow the most?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Toyota bZ4X makes the most power at 167kW. The Toyota bZ4X is quickest to 100km/h in 7.4s.
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How to read this page. Prices, specifications, ANCAP ratings, warranty, the CarSorted Score and the verdict come from our records for the grades shown, sourced from the manufacturers' Australian documents, and change when those records change; the date each was last checked is printed under the headline. Prices are recommended retail prices before on-road costs unless marked drive-away. A plug-in hybrid's fuel figure is labelled with its basis: with a full battery (the certified combined figure) or as a hybrid (battery depleted). Charging and running costs are estimates on the stated assumptions. Always confirm price and specification with the manufacturer or dealer before you buy. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
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