Heated Seats on Every Trim: The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross on Cold Mornings

On a frosty morning, the first thing most drivers notice is how cold the seat feels. The 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes care of that from the base trim up. Heated front seats come standard on all four trims: ES, SE, NOIR and GT.

From there, the warmth builds trim by trim. Depending on the version you choose, the Eclipse Cross adds a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated mirrors and a remote starter, all on top of standard Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC). Here is a friendly look at what each trim offers once the temperature drops.

Heated Front Seats From ES to GT

Every 2026 Eclipse Cross includes heated front seats, so even the ES has you covered on the coldest commutes. The seat material changes as you move up the lineup: fabric on the ES, premium fabric on the SE, microsuede and synthetic leather on the NOIR, and leather-appointed seats on the GT.

No matter which trim you choose, the driver and front passenger get the same warm welcome. That makes the Eclipse Cross an easy choice for buyers who want winter comfort without adding a package.

Heated Rear Seats on the NOIR and GT

Passengers in the back benefit too. The NOIR and GT trims add heated second-row seats, a welcome feature for families with kids in the back or anyone who regularly carries adult passengers.

The rear seat folds in a 60/40 split, so you can keep one side heated for a passenger and use the other side for cargo. With the rear seats folded, the ES, SE and NOIR offer up to 1,419 litres of cargo space, and the GT offers 1,407 litres.

• Heated front seats: standard on ES, SE, NOIR and GT
• Heated second-row seats: standard on NOIR and GT
• 60/40 split folding rear seat on every trim

Heated Steering Wheel and Mirrors From the SE

A cold steering wheel can make the first few minutes of a drive uncomfortable. The SE, NOIR and GT include a heated steering wheel as standard equipment, wrapped in leather.

These trims also include heated and power-folding side-view mirrors with integrated turn signal lights, which help clear frost and fog from the mirror glass. The SE also adds dual-zone automatic climate control, so the driver and front passenger can each set their own temperature. The ES uses single-zone automatic climate control.

Remote Start for a Warm Cabin

The GT comes with a remote starter as standard equipment. On a cold morning, you can start the engine from inside and step into a cabin that has already begun to warm up. For the ES, SE and NOIR, a remote starter is a Mitsubishi Genuine Accessory.

Pair a remote start with heated seats and a heated steering wheel, and the GT makes winter mornings noticeably more comfortable.

S-AWC and Winter Visibility

Comfort is only half of winter driving. Every 2026 Eclipse Cross comes standard with Super All-Wheel Control, Mitsubishi’s all-wheel drive system. Three drive modes sit at your fingertips:

• NORMAL offers balanced four-wheel dynamics, with traction, high-speed stability and predictable handling.
• SNOW improves traction and stability on snow-covered or slippery roads.
• GRAVEL delivers maximum traction on coarser roads.

Power comes from a 1.5 L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 152 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission. Rain-sensing windshield wipers are standard on every trim, and the SE, NOIR and GT add auto LED headlights, auto LED high beams and LED fog lights. Active Stability Control, Traction Control Logic and Forward Collision Mitigation are standard across the lineup.

Every trim also sits with 215 mm of minimum ground clearance, which gives the Eclipse Cross useful room over snowy driveways and slushy side streets. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 9.3 L/100 km on regular unleaded fuel.

Small Extras for the Season

A few Mitsubishi Genuine Accessories suit the colder months. All-season rubber mats help protect the floor from slush and road salt, and the remote starter is available as an accessory on the ES, SE and NOIR.

Every 2026 Eclipse Cross is also backed by Mitsubishi’s 10-year/160,000 km powertrain limited warranty, a 5-year/100,000 km new vehicle limited warranty and 5-year/unlimited km roadside assistance. That roadside coverage is a reassuring extra on a cold morning far from home.

Key Takeaways

Visit Motor Hub Mitsubishi This Winter

Want to feel the difference on a chilly day? Stop by Motor Hub Mitsubishi in Truro or Antigonish to learn more about the 2026 Eclipse Cross and find the trim that keeps your mornings warm.