Mitsubishi Motors is preparing its re-entry into Canada’s fully electric vehicle market this November with the 2027 Eclipse Sportback. The new subcompact electric crossover, closely related to the next-generation Nissan LEAF, will start at $48,998 before freight, fees and applicable incentives. Adding the optional Technology Package pushes the MSRP to $54,098.
That makes the price of entry a little higher than some base EV rivals, but still the entry-level Eclipse Sportback qualifies for federal incentives under the Electric Vehicle Affordability Program, which provides rebates of up to $5,000. It’s also eligible for provincial incentive programs where applicable, such as Quebec’s rebate of up to $2,000.
Powertrain of the 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback
Under the skin, the Eclipse Sportback is powered by a 75-kWh lithium-ion battery supplying a front-mounted electric motor expected to generate 214 hp and 261 lb-ft of torque. Mitsubishi estimates the 75-kWh battery will yield a maximum driving range of up to 454 km on standard 18-inch wheels.
For charging hardware, the vehicle features a left-side J1772 port for Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging alongside a right-side North American Charging Standard (NACS) port for Level 3 DC fast charging at Tesla Superchargers. Dealerships will also offer a CCS adapter to ensure compatibility with other fast-charging networks.
Because the Eclipse Sportback skips bare-bones entry trims, its starting price sits notably higher than the basic 53-kWh Nissan LEAF S, which starts at $34,998 for 341 km of range. When compared to the more equivalent 75-kWh Leaf SV+, which costs $1,000 less and offers 463 km of range, the Mitsubishi carries a slight price premium and 9 km less estimated range despite sharing the same battery architecture.
Standard equipment on the base Eclipse Sportback includes heated front and rear synthetic leather seats alongside a 14.3-inch infotainment display. Stepping up to the $54,098 Technology Package adds a hands-free power liftgate, roof rails, a premium audio system and an electrochromic fixed glass panoramic roof.
Warranty wars
To help distinguish its electric crossover from its Nissan sibling, Mitsubishi is counting on another selling point: is its long-standing warranty coverage. The Eclipse Sportback comes backed by a 10-year or 160,000-km limited powertrain and lithium-ion battery warranty, paired with a five-year or 100,000-km comprehensive new vehicle warranty and five years of roadside assistance with unlimited distance.
The Eclipse Sportback represents the first new product launch under Mitsubishi’s Momentum 2030 business roadmap, which commits the brand to releasing at least one new or significantly updated model annually through fiscal 2030.