Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

Facts & Figures

Exterior Dimensions

Cargo Measurement

Fuel

Facts & Figures

Exterior Dimensions

Cargo Measurement

Fuel

Reliability History Reliability History

Trouble

Spots

Trouble

Spots

NEW CAR

PREDICTION

NEW CAR

PREDICTION

Engine Major

Engine Minor

Engine Cooling

Transmission Major

Transmission Minor

Drive System

Fuel System

Electrical

Climate System

Suspension

Brakes

Exhaust

Paint/Trim

Noises/Leaks

Body Hardware

Power Equipment

In-Car Electronics

USED CAR

VERDICTS

Engine Major

Engine Minor

Engine Cooling

Transmission Major

Transmission Minor

Drive System

Fuel System

Electrical

Climate System

Suspension

Brakes

Exhaust

Paint/Trim

Noises/Leaks

Body Hardware

Power Equipment

In-Car Electronics

USED CAR

VERDICTS

150 NEW CARS CR.ORG/CARS

!

RECOMMENDED

1 2 3 4 5

WORSE BETTER

!

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross slots between the Outlander Sport and

Outlander SUVs, and is distinguished by its coupelike styling. This

newcomer is underwhelming, with mundane handling, an unsettled

ride, and extremely frustrating controls. Its power comes from a

lackluster 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a con-

tinuously variable transmission. The Eclipse Cross moves decently

around town, but it runs out of steam climbing hills or merging onto

highways. Its fuel economy of 24 mpg overall isn’t impressive for the

class, either. A center console touchpad interacts with the infotain-

ment screen, but this controller is very cumbersome and distracting

to use. The driver’s seat is short on support, but getting in or out is

easy, and the rear-seat room is generous. The curvy styling hurts the

driver’s view out. AWD is standard on all but the base version.

Overall Score 53

Predicted Reliability 03

Owner Satisfaction 02

Road-Test Score 57

Front-Crash Prevention Opt.

Base Price: $23,595-$28,195

Body Styles: 4-door SUV

Trim Lines: ES, LE, SE, SEL

Drive Wheels: Front, AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 1.5-liter 4 turbo (152 hp)

Transmissions: CVT

Length (in.)..................... 173

Width (in.) ......................71

Height (in.) ......................67

Wheelbase (in.) .................105

Weight (lb.) .................. 3,515

% weight front/rear ...........58/42

Max. Load (lb.) .................825

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 22.5

Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........2,000

Regular

CR overall mpg ..................24 Average

16 17 18

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

03

Mini Cooper Countryman

The SUV-like Countryman is based on the Clubman. It offers two

engines: a so-so 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder and a stronger,

much more enjoyable 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder. Front- and all-

wheel drive are offered. An AWD plug-in hybrid version is also avail-

able. The Countryman is the roomiest Mini ever and features a sur-

prisingly comfortable backseat. Handling remains agile, making the

Countryman fun to drive. The ride is on the firm side, and the cabin

can get loud. The interior is solid and well-finished, and the seats

are supportive. The BMW-like iDrive system has a learning curve but

ultimately proves to be logical. The Mini Driving Assistant system,

which includes forward collision warning and city-speed automatic

emergency braking, requires buying expensive option packages.

Overall Score 77

Predicted Reliability 04

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score 82

Front-Crash Prevention Opt.

Base Price: $26,900-$46,400

Body Styles: 4-door SUV

Trim Lines: Base, JCW, Plug-in

Hybrid, S

Drive Wheels: Front, AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 1.5-liter 3 turbo (134 hp);

1.5-liter 3 hybrid (221 hp); 2.0-liter

4 turbo (189 hp); 2.0-liter 4 turbo

(228 hp)

Transmissions: 6-speed automatic;

8-speed automatic; 6-speed manual

Length (in.)..................... 170

Width (in.) ......................72

Height (in.) ......................61

Wheelbase (in.) .................105

Weight (lb.) ..................3,690

% weight front/rear ...........58/42

Max. Load (lb.) .................925

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 23.5

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

Premium

CR overall mpg ..................25 Better than average

05 05 50

05 05 40

05 05 50

05 05 50

04 04 50

05 05 50

05 05 40

05 05 50

05 05 50

05 05 50

03 05 50

05 05 50

05 05 50

05 05 50

04 05 50

01 05 50

04 05 20

04 04 30

16 17 18

40

M