SUV & Wagon car comparison

Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS vs Subaru XV

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

Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS 16,556 on NZ roads
VS
Subaru XV 15,886 on NZ roads
$12/week cheaper to fuel — Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS at $38/wk vs $50/wk
8.5 kW more power — Subaru XV at 112 kW
Subaru XV 15,886 in NZ
Registered in NZ
16,556
15,886
Fuel Economy
4.8 L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Power
103.5 kW
112 kW
Weight
2,256.2 kg
1,778 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
5
5
Year Range
2017–2026
2010–2023
Imported New
99%
45%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS Subaru XV
AUCKLAND 5,227 3,962
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 1,170 1,985
WELLINGTON CITY 780 515
HAMILTON CITY 654 473
TAURANGA CITY 536 564
DUNEDIN CITY 391 692
QUEENSTOWN-LAKES DISTRICT 771
NEW PLYMOUTH DISTRICT 275 304

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS or Subaru XV?

The Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS is more common with 16,556 registered in New Zealand compared to 15,886 for the Subaru XV. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS or Subaru XV?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS uses less fuel at 4.8 L/100km compared to 6.4 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS and Subaru XV the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

99% of Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS models were imported new to NZ, while 0% came as used imports. For the Subaru XV, 45% were new and 55% 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.