(January 25, 2019 A year after its introduction, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has passed the 80,000 global sales milestone and adds new updates for 2019. First launched in Europe, Japan and then the U.S. in early 2018, the Eclipse Cross has been a hit around the world,
  
Mitsubishi Motors’ first foray into the Coupe SUV segment, the Eclipse Cross is winning customers over with its style with customer surveys proving that ‘Design’ is listed as the main reason for purchase.

For 2019, Mitsubishi Motors will continue to "delight buyers" with new features and options to make the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross even more attractive, these include:

    ‘Black Edition’ variants – Limited to just 500 units
    On-board “Mitsubishi Connect” telematics (Eclipse Cross Black Connected Edition)
    New machine-finished 16” alloy wheels (Eclipse Cross 2)
    Active Yaw Brake Control available for 2WD versions
    Auto-dimming rear view mirror (Eclipse Cross 3 & 4)
    Lightning Blue pearlescent paint option available across the range

“The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers something truly different in the compact SUV sector”, said Yuichiro Hayashi, chief product specialist. “Coupe styling is combined with Mitsubishi’s SUV functionality and driving experience to create a car which is stylish, rugged and good to drive. Its global success is proof that the concept is resonating with customers around the world.’’

In addition to its sales success, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross was named as the "RJC Car of the Year 2019" by the Automotive Researchers' & Journalists' Conference of Japan (RJC).

The prestigious RJC prize is awarded by RJC’s expert members, with the winner chosen from all Japanese models launched on the domestic market. Judges praised the sharp looks, excellent rough road performance and well-balanced drivability of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.