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| For sporty driving on the cheap, the Eclipse has been a go-to car for years in either coupe or spyder form. A strong standard safety features list, much available equipment and a highway fuel economy rating of 28 miles per gallon on the highway make it a smart choice for sporty commuting. |
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| Model Highlights |
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| The Eclipse comes as a GS, GS Sport, or GT in either the coupe or Spyder configurations. The GS and GS Sport have a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 162 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. The GT ups that to a 3.8-liter V6 with 265 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. The GS comes with a 4-speed automatic transmission, though a 5-speed manual is available; the GT has a standard 5-speed auto with an optional 6-speed manual.
Airbags, stability control, electronic brake force distribution, tire pressure monitoring and anti-lock brakes are standard on all Eclipses. The Spyder has an automatic cloth top with a glass rear window and full headliner that folds in 19 seconds.
The GS includes standard power mirrors, 18-inch alloy wheels, cruise control and a split-folding rear seat. The GS Sport adds HID projector-type headlamps as well as heated leather front seats with a 6-way power driver's seat. The GS Sport, GT and all Spyder models add standard Bluetooth connectivity and a Rockford-Fosgate sound system with Sirius satellite radio. GS Sport and GT models add a rearview camera, while the GT gets auto climate control, steering wheel audio controls, and a power sunroof.
An Accessory Sport Aero Kit, available on GS Sport coupe and GT coupe and Spyder models, adds a color-keyed front air dam, side sill extensions, and a rear corner air dam, while a Accessory Appearance Package, also available on the GS Sport and GT, adds an alloy fuel door, wheel locks and sport front floor mats. |
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| Model News |
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| For 2011, the Mitsubishi Eclipse sees only minor changes. A new GS manual transmission model will be released mid-year. The GS Sport trim features heated leather seats and a power driver's seat and high-intensity headlamps and 18-inch wheels. The GT gets new 18-inch wheels, and the Rockford Fosgate stereo now has Sirius Satellite Radio. |
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| Value Writeup |
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| Sporty with a slew of safety features; fuel efficiency; available as a convertible |
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