SUV & Wagon car comparison

Mazda MAZDA6 vs Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS

Both are suv & wagon vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Mazda MAZDA6 17,308 on NZ roads
VS
Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS 16,556 on NZ roads
$26/week cheaper to fuel — Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS at $38/wk vs $64/wk
22 kW more power — Mazda MAZDA6 at 125.5 kW
Mazda MAZDA6 17,308 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Registered in NZ
17,308
16,556
Fuel Economy
8.1 L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Power
125.5 kW
103.5 kW
Weight
1,904 kg
2,256.2 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
5
5
Year Range
2002–2024
2017–2026
Imported New
95%
99%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Mazda MAZDA6 vs Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Mazda MAZDA6 has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Mazda MAZDA6 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS
AUCKLAND 4,877 5,227
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 960 1,170
HAMILTON CITY 993 654
WELLINGTON CITY 537 780
TAURANGA CITY 683 536
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 505 400
LOWER HUTT CITY 431 401
DUNEDIN CITY 348 391

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Mazda MAZDA6 or Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

The Mazda MAZDA6 is more common with 17,308 registered in New Zealand compared to 16,556 for the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Mazda MAZDA6 or Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS uses less fuel at 4.8 L/100km compared to 8.1 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Mazda MAZDA6 and Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS the same body type?

Both are classified as SUV & Wagon vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Mazda MAZDA6 is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

95% of Mazda MAZDA6 models were imported new to NZ, while 3% came as used imports. For the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS, 99% were new and 0% were used imports.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.

Data sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026.