Eclipse

The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse offers style and performance, a powerful V6 engine, comfortable front seating, and roomy cargo area.  Visit the leading Orlando Mitsubishi dealer, Longwood Mitsubishi, and schedule a test drive today.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse hatchback sport coupe is offered in three trim levels. The base GS comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, an integrated rear spoiler, keyless entry, cruise control, 50/50-split-folding rear seats and full power accessories. The standard six-speaker audio system includes a CD player with MP3 playback capability and an auxiliary audio jack. Options for the GS include a remote engine starter, an iPod adapter, various aerodynamic enhancements and a metallic fuel door.

New for 2010, the GS Sport trim level bridges the gap between the GS and GT models. The GS Sport features the four-cylinder drivetrain from the GS, wrapped up in the GT’s exterior styling. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlamps, a sunroof, a rear spoiler, a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate premium audio system (with satellite radio), Bluetooth and a reverse camera with rear view-mirror-mounted display.

The V6-powered GT model includes the GS Sport’s equipment as well as upgrades like fog lamps, larger rear brakes, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power driver seat, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, heated side mirrors, automatic climate control, a self-dimming rear view mirror, a compass, an outside temperature display and aluminum scuff plates and pedals.

Powertrains and Performance

The Eclipse GS models are powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 162 hp and 162 pound-feet of torque. The base GS has a five-speed manual transmission as standard or a four-speed automatic as an option. The GS Sport has the automatic as standard. The GT’s 3.8-liter V6 produces 265 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque and comes paired to either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional five-speed automatic.

Across the Eclipse range, fuel economy is just about average compared to other sporty coupes. The manual-equipped GS gets an EPA-estimated 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined; highway mileage drops to 27 with the automatic. The more powerful V6 checks in lower with 16/25/19 mpg for the manual and 16/24/19 for the automatic.

Safety

The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse comes standard with anti-lock brakes, front seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. For 2010, stability control is standard for all Eclipse models. Open head restraints protect front occupants. The Eclipse received a top rating of “Good” for its performance in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s frontal-offset and side-impact crash tests.

Interior Design and Special Features

The Eclipse’s cabin is stylish, thanks to a sweeping dash and attractive chrome-rimmed gauges with cool blue back lighting.  The front seats are well contoured and supportive. That hatchback design does provide some extra utility, as do the 50/50-split-folding rear seats.

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