What to look for when buying an Eclipse Cross 2.2 d?
2018 · 2.2 d · 4 verified findings
"Is the Eclipse Cross 2.2 d reliable, and what should you check?"
When buying a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2.2 d 2018 (1st generation), the most frequently mentioned issue is: electrical, infotainment, and climate control problems. Additionally, higher than average fuel consumption is also commonly reported.
Engine: 4N14
4N14 · 2.2 d · Used in this car from 2018-2021
Known engine issues
No major issues yet, but noisy operationSo far this diesel has not shown itself in a bad way, except for strong rattling noise.
Fuel dilution of oil during DPF regenerationDuring DPF regeneration, some diesel fuel gets into the oil.
Piezo injectors sensitive to poor fuel qualityPiezo injectors do not like poor fuel and can fail before 100,000 km.
+2 more issues on the engine detail page
Known issues and risks
Listed from most frequently reported, each with its source.
Electrical, infotainment, and climate control issues
Often reported
Intermittent faults in the in-car electronics and infotainment system (freezing, restarting, connectivity issues) and climate control system (reduced cooling capacity or abnormal noises)
Electrical
Higher than average fuel consumption
Often reported
Italian road tests and reviews indicate that the 1.5 T-MIVEC's real-world fuel consumption is not particularly low for its class; the turbo engine and CVT combination tends to reduce efficiency in real use, with average consumption reported higher than user expectations.
Engine Internal
CVT transmission issues (slipping and shuddering)
Often reported
Many users and international reports describe the following symptoms with the CVT paired with the 1.5 T-MIVEC engine: jerking, shuddering during acceleration, delayed throttle response, and in severe cases, loss of traction or gear lock.
Transmission
Oil consumption and turbocharger failures
Often reported
Abnormal oil consumption and turbocharger failures are reported in 1.5 turbo models.
What should I look for when buying a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2.2 d?+
When buying a 2018 model 2.2 d, check the service history, test drive, and look for engine/transmission warnings. Most commonly reported issues: electrical, infotainment, and climate control problems; higher than average fuel consumption; CVT transmission issues (slipping and shuddering).
What are the chronic problems of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2.2 d?+
Most commonly reported issues: electrical, infotainment, and climate control problems; higher than average fuel consumption; CVT transmission issues (slipping and shuddering).
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2.2 d reliable?+
Rather than a simple yes or no, it's best to weigh the proven pros and cons together. This page lists 4 verified findings.
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