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Audi Q4 e-tron (2021-2023) vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Selected trim35 e-tron · 2021-23Change trim221 mi · 55 kWh · £40,750
Selected trimE-TECH 220ch373 mi · 87 kWh · £47,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron counters with the lowest price, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Best value
Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossRange & charging
Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossPracticality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMitsubishi
Audi
5.1
Mitsubishi
6.1
Motorway RangeMitsubishi
Audi
3.7
Mitsubishi
7.1
Family
Audi
7.7
Mitsubishi
8
Too close to call
ChargingMitsubishi
Audi
2
Mitsubishi
5
Cost Per MileMitsubishi
Audi
4.8
Mitsubishi
6.5
City Driving
Audi
6
Mitsubishi
6
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
E-TECH 220ch
- 152 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 35 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,750 (better) | £47,000 |
| Official range | 221 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L | 545 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross4,470mm-118mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross1,863mm-2mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross1,571mm-61mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,470 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm | 1,863 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,571 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare | 537 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L | 545 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L | 1670 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q4 e-tron
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron |  Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross E-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.47m-118mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.86m-2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.57m-61mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.79m+21mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 545L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L | 1670L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,853kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 55kWh | 87kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 221 mi | 373 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,750 (better) | £47,000 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2023 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 221 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 184 miles | 311 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 87 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron 35 e-tron
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross E-TECH 220ch
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist70%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-tron35 e-tron | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi Q4 e-tron
- £19,0412023Car360View
- £18,3932023Car360View
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross worth the extra £6,250 over the Audi Q4 e-tron?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs £6,250 more than the Audi Q4 e-tron. For that premium it adds 152 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 35 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The Audi Q4 e-tron is £6,250 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out roughly £6,210 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q4 e-tron and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 184 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 311 miles for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross goes roughly 127 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 537 mm of total clearance for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 84% for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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