Mitsubishi, the Japanese automobile manufacturer, is all set to launch the Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV, an all-electric subcompact SUV, in North America, i.e., the United States and Canada, in the second half of 2026. Reportedly, this upcoming EV from Mitsubishi is based on the third-generation Nissan Leaf, a crossover-style pure-electric SUV, but with the brand’s signature styling inside and outside.
As of now, there are no details regarding its price; they are all set to position it as an entry-level all-electric SUV which will compete with the Kia EV3, the Hyundai Kona Electric, and the Chevrolet Equinox EV. Their price before tax is around $35,000 (₹33.07 lakh); we expect that the carmaker will introduce it with the same pricing to stay competitive and give tough competition to the rivals.
Mitsubishi Motors has already released the image of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV, revealing the exterior of the vehicle. Upfront, it has boomerang-shaped LED daylight running lights with multi-LED headlights below that, giving the modern touch; a closed-off grille enhances aerodynamics; and it has a chunky bumper with an angular air intake for cooling of the battery pack.
On the sides, it boasts thin wheel arch cladding to add ruggedness, a flush-type door handle for the front-row gate, and a C-pillar-integrated handle for the second-row door; the coupe-like sloping roofline reduces the air drag, and blacked-out electrically adjustable and foldable outside rear-view mirrors with integrated blinkers are in an aerodynamically optimised shape to ensure better efficiency.
At the back, it features large roof-integrated spoilers above the windscreen with an integrated braking light that reduces and enhances the car’s stability at high speed; the Kammback-style tail section gives it a unique identity; the arrow-shaped LED taillight pointing outward improves its nighttime visibility; and the MITSUBISHI lettering on the tailgate reflects branding.
It is set to be based on the Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi Alliance-developed CMF-EV platform, the same underpinning of the third-gen Leaf. Suspension details are still pending but are expected to get MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link at the rear. It is certain that the ventilated disc will manage the braking for all wheels and will also feature ABS with EBD, brake assist, and regenerative braking.
As the Eclipse Sportback EV is based on the third-gen Nissan Leaf, it will get a permanent magnet synchronous motor on the front axle with single-speed automatic transmission. The electric motor under the hood means it is a front-wheel-drive vehicle. They will reveal power output, torque, acceleration timing and top speed with the launch.
The third-gen Leaf gets a 75 kWh lithium-ion battery pack under the floor, so we expect that the carmaker will introduce the Eclipse Sportback EV in the US and Canada with the same, which may give a range of 300 miles. Its electrical architecture is also 400-volt, featuring fast DC charging; it may also feature vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-home.
Dimensions are still pending, as it shares a platform with the third-gen Leaf; it may measure 4.5 metres long, and the distance between the axles is anticipated to be 2.7 metres, giving ample legroom for rear-seating occupants. The Nissan EV has a boot space of 20.0 cu ft, and as the length of the Mitsubishi EV is going to be a little longer, its cargo space may be increased by 1.0 cu ft.
In the image gallery the carmaker shared, no one revealed its interior. Meaning, the cabin is still under the cover. Reportedly, it will feature a large touchscreen infotainment system at the centre of the dashboard with wireless multi-device connectivity, over-the-air software updates, connected car technology, and a voice assistant for convenience.