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On April 23, 2026, Mitsubishi Canada confirmed that its 2027 Eclipse Sportback, a subcompact battery-electric crossover, will launch in November with a starting MSRP of CAD $48,998 before freight, fees, and incentives. A loaded Technology Package variant raises that figure to CAD $54,098. The model is the company's first fully electric passenger vehicle in Canada in years and marks the opening salvo of its Momentum 2030 plan.
The base Eclipse Sportback does not follow the industry's familiar tactic of offering a bare-bones entry trim. Instead, every unit sold includes a generous set of standard equipment. Even so, its starting price of CAD $48,998 puts it about CAD $14,000 above the least-expensive Nissan LEAF. But once federal rebates are applied, the gap narrows. Under Canada's Electric Vehicle Affordability Program, eligible buyers can receive up to CAD $5,000 back at the point of sale, cutting the effective base price to approximately CAD $43,998 before freight.
Provincial incentives can further reduce the outlay. In Quebec, where purchases of EVs under a certain price threshold qualify for a rebate of up to CAD $2,000, an Eclipse Sportback buyer could pay as little as CAD $41,998 for the base model—again, before fees—if all conditions are met. That combination of federal and regional support makes the Eclipse Sportback noticeably more accessible than its sticker price initially suggests. Buyers in other provinces should check their local programs, as availability varies.
At the heart of the Eclipse Sportback lies a 75-kWh lithium-ion battery pack powering a single front-mounted electric motor. Mitsubishi estimates output at 214 horsepower and 261 lb-ft of torque—figures that should provide lively urban performance and comfortable highway cruising. With standard 18-inch alloy wheels, the company projects a maximum driving range of 454 km on a full charge. That number places it in the middle of today's subcompact electric crossover class, and it should be more than adequate for daily commuting and week-long regional trips.
Mitsubishi has equipped the Eclipse Sportback with a dual-port charging setup designed to ease the transition to the new connector landscape. A J1772 port on the left side handles Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging, while a right-side NACS port provides direct access to Tesla Superchargers for Level 3 DC fast charging. To ensure compatibility with other fast-charging networks, such as Electrify Canada and Petro-Canada, dealerships will supply a CCS-to-NACS adapter. This approach gives owners flexibility without requiring a separate adapter for Tesla stations—a convenience that many competitors still lack.
The entry-level Eclipse Sportback comes with heated front and rear synthetic leather upholstery, a large 14.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, and likely a full roster of active safety systems. Mitsubishi deliberately skipped a stripped-down base model, so the CAD $48,998 MSRP already reflects a reasonably well-equipped crossover. The optional Technology Package, which costs CAD $5,100 and brings the total to CAD $54,098, adds a hands-free power liftgate, roof rails, a premium audio system, and an electrochromic fixed panoramic glass roof. For shoppers who often carry cargo or want a sunnier cabin, those extras could be well worth the premium.
Since the Eclipse Sportback shares its powertrain and battery architecture with the next-generation Nissan LEAF, the two EVs invite direct comparison. The LEAF S, with a smaller 53-kWh battery, starts at CAD $34,998 and offers 341 km of range, according to Nissan. For those who want the larger 75-kWh pack, the LEAF SV+ lists at CAD $47,998—CAD $1,000 less than the Mitsubishi. Yet the Eclipse Sportback counters with slightly more standard equipment and a far longer battery warranty, so the extra money buys more than just a badge change. Interestingly, Mitsubishi's range estimate of 454 km trails the LEAF SV+'s 463 km by 9 km, despite identical battery capacity; differences in curb weight, aerodynamics, and software tuning likely explain the small gap.
Mitsubishi has long used warranty coverage to stand apart, and the Eclipse Sportback continues that tradition. The vehicle carries a 10-year/160,000-km limited warranty on the powertrain and lithium-ion battery, a five-year/100,000-km comprehensive warranty on the rest of the vehicle, and five years of roadside assistance with no distance limit. That battery warranty, in particular, could give risk-averse EV shoppers peace of mind and might be the single strongest argument for choosing the Eclipse Sportback over its Nissan cousin.
The Eclipse Sportback is the first product released under Mitsubishi's Momentum 2030 business plan, which outlines the brand's commitment to introduce at least one new or heavily updated model annually through fiscal 2030. This launch signals a strategic shift toward electrification after years of focusing on compact SUVs and PHEVs in North America. Reviving the Eclipse nameplate—once a sporty coupe—as an electric crossover also suggests Mitsubishi is willing to lean on nostalgic branding while embracing the modern EV market.
While the Canadian pricing details are now public, Mitsubishi has not yet announced equivalent U.S. specifications or pricing. Given the vehicle's North American charging hardware, it is clearly designed with U.S. and Canadian buyers in mind. Potential U.S. customers may have to wait for a separate confirmation, but a similar launch in the coming months would not be surprising if production capacity and dealer readiness align.
In a Canadian market crowded with subcompact EVs, the Eclipse Sportback enters at a price point that sits above the LEAF and many other mainstream rivals. However, the combination of NACS compatibility, a class-leading battery warranty, and a feature-rich base model could resonate with buyers who prioritize long-term ownership security over the lowest possible entry price. The Mitsubishi's timing also works well: by November, the charging network in Canada will have expanded further, and more consumers may be looking for Tesla-compatible EVs. If dealerships execute the launch cleanly, the Eclipse Sportback could become a quiet success story—a solid, unglamorous value proposition in a segment full of flashier newcomers.
