Loading comparison
DS N°8 vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Selected trimFWDChange trim341 mi · 74 kWh · £50,790
Selected trimE-TECH 220ch373 mi · 87 kWh · £47,000
At a glance
In this comparison, DS N°8 leads on charging speed and running costs, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS N°8 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMitsubishi
DS
5.4
Mitsubishi
6.1
Motorway Range
DS
6.8
Mitsubishi
7.1
Too close to call
Family
DS
7.8
Mitsubishi
8
Too close to call
ChargingDS
DS
5.7
Mitsubishi
5
Cost Per MileDS
DS
8.4
Mitsubishi
6.5
City DrivingMitsubishi
DS
2.6
Mitsubishi
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,790 | £47,000 (better) |
| Official range | 341 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 560 L (better) | 545 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
Size Comparison
View:
Align by:
DS N°8
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Length
DS N°84,810mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross4,470mm-340mm
Width
DS N°81,905mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross1,863mm-42mm
Height
DS N°81,580mm
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross1,571mm-9mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,470 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,905 mm | 1,863 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,571 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 495 mm spare | 537 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 560 L (better) | 545 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1670 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
DS N°8
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 |  DS N°8 FWD |  Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross E-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.81m | 4.47m-340mm |
| Width | 1.91m | 1.86m-42mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.57m-9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.79m-115mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 560L (better) | 545L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1670L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,080kg | 1,853kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74kWh | 87kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 341 mi | 373 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,790 | £47,000 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 341 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 285 miles | 311 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 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 | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
| Power | 169 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
DS N°8
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - DS N°8 FWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist65%
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 | DS N°8FWD | Mitsubishi Eclipse CrossE-TECH 220ch |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
DS N°8
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the DS N°8 worth the extra £3,790 over the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The DS N°8 costs £3,790 more than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is not just cheaper - it also offers 32 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the DS N°8 or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is £3,790 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes out roughly £3,710 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 285 miles for the DS N°8 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 26 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the DS N°8 or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 42 mm narrower than the DS N°8. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 537 mm of total clearance for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and about 495 mm of total clearance for the DS N°8.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the DS N°8 or the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the DS N°8 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.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
Compare against other rivals
Compare similarly sized and priced electric cars before finalising your shortlist.
More DS N°8 comparisons
More Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparisons
See both cars in our rankings
EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
Where the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among the best family EVsWhere the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among the best electric SUVsWhere the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among long-range EVsWhere the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among the best motorway EVsWhere the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among the best city EVsWhere the DS N°8 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross rank among the cheapest EVs to run
If neither is quite right
Explore other verified electric cars that may better suit the priorities this pair does not meet.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .