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Jeep Compass
Considering the brand’s image, it’s surprising that the Compass requires a supplement for all-wheel drive while the Eclipse Cross offers it as standard. A good point for the Mitsubishi, which offers as a bonus a more extensive warranty (base and powertrain) and reduced consumption. Both vehicles offer substantially the same interior volume and identical towing capacity. Although the Jeep’s automatic transmission suffers from too slow a response, it is nonetheless more pleasant than the CVT offered by Mitsubishi.
Price: from $30,595
Kia Seltos
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Kia Seltos
Like virtually all rivals to the Eclipse Cross, Kia’s Seltos offers an entry-level towed version. All other versions feature all-wheel drive. The Kia offers a supercharged engine on its most elite (read the most expensive) versions, but it’s the only powertrain that can eclipse Mitsubishi’s 1.5L engine. In practice, however, consumers are sticking to the naturally aspirated engine offered on virtually the entire lineup. This one is not as efficient as that of the Eclipse Cross, but it has the merit of consuming approximately the same quantity of gasoline. A choice to consider.
Price: from $23,695
volkswagen taos
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volkswagen taos
The Taos has a more attractive starting price than the Eclipse Cross, but requires a supplement to retain the services of the four-wheel drive system. In return, the Volkswagen offers a higher level of driving pleasure, an even more flexible supercharged engine and an efficient and pleasant (traditional) box. By opting for the all-wheel-drive versions (more expensive), the consumer finds even more pleasure with a dual-clutch gearbox. A pleasure that is also paid for in the interview: it must be followed more closely.
Price: from $26,695