Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse
The Mitsubishi Eclipse is a four-seater MPV that began production in 1990. It is powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 118 kW, capable of reaching a top speed of 216 km/h. The vehicle measures 4,411 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,398 kg.
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors Corporation |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1990 |
| Body type | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,344 kg |
| Displacement | 2,465 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 216 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,453 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,330 mm |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse (from registration data). 16 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.2 l/100 km | 1990–1994 |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 1990–1994 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.5 l/100 km | 1990–1999 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.5 l/100 km | 1990–1999 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.4 l/100 km | 1990–1999 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11 l/100 km | 1990–1999 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.9 l/100 km | 1991–1999 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.7 l/100 km | 1991–1999 |
| 2.4 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2000–2005 |
| 2.4 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.2 l/100 km | 2000–2012 |
| 2.4 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.9 l/100 km | 2001–2012 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2000 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2000–2005 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.4 l/100 km | 2001–2005 |
| 3.8 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2006–2010 |
| 3.8 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.9 l/100 km | 2006–2012 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 91% of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipses pass their MOT test first time, based on 9,614 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 3 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-10-01
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2019
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
NHTSA campaign 18V620000 · reported 14/09/2018
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2018
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
NHTSA campaign 18V620000 · reported 14/09/2018
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROLUS · NHTSAModel year 2018
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.
NHTSA campaign 18V621000 · reported 14/09/2018
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mitsubishi Motors Corporation recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse has a rated top speed of 216 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse?
- The Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse is 4,453 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,330 mm tall.
- How much does the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse weigh?
- The Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse has a kerb weight of about 1,344 kg.
- How many seats does the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse have?
- The Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Mitsubishi Eclipse has 4 seats.