Is Mitsubishi Eclipse fun to drive?
The Eclipse Spyder looks sporty and acceleration is quick. But it isn’t very fun to drive and visibility is terrible.
When did the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder come out?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse compact sport coupe debuts in America with a turbocharged 4G63 engine and available all-wheel drive technology. It goes on to make Car and Driver’s ’10 Best List’ for four consecutive years (1989-1992). 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder: Sun, Stars, Stares
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse GT-P still in production?
That said, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is definitely past its best-before date, to the point that anybody interested in the droptop (or coupe) had better make a dash to the dealership — production has stopped and 2012 is the last year for the car, with no plans for a new generation or an equivalent replacement.
Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse a front wheel drive car?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX was the only all-wheel drive model available in North America. All other models were front-wheel drive. The GSX — also known as the Grand Sport X — was produced for the first two Eclipse generations, and discontinued in the year 2000. BACK.
When did the first Mitsubishi Eclipse come out?
The first generation Eclipse — designed in the U.S. at the Mitsubishi Motors North America Design Studio and introduced in 1990 — was available in four trim levels: Eclipse, Eclipse GS, Eclipse GS-T (Turbo) and Eclipse GSX. With the exception of the all-wheel drive GSX, each Mitsubishi Eclipse was front-wheel drive. Both…
A convertible model, named the Eclipse Spyder, was introduced in 1996 offered in two trim levels; the GS and the GS-T. The Spyder GS was powered by a 2.4 L I4 naturally-aspirated 4G64 engine. The Spyder GS-T was fitted with Mitsubishi’s turbocharged 4G63 engine.
What kind of platform does the Eclipse Spyder use?
The unibody construction of the 2007 Eclipse Spyder is built upon Mitsubishi’s versatile PS platform. As with previous-generation Spyder models, this platform was engineered from the start for coupe and convertible body styles.
What did Edmunds say about the 2008 Eclipse Spyder?
Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car.
What kind of gas mileage does the Eclipse Spyder get?
The V6’s fuel economy (16 mpg city/24 mpg highway rating for 2008), however, is not exactly budget-friendly. The four-cylinder has a slightly better 19/26 estimate. In addition to the government-mandated equipment, all 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyders have antilock disc brakes and front-seat side airbags with head and torso coverage.