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Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Mitsubishi has built the Eclipse since 1989. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 6 of them, from the 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse to the 2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross [EU]. Body styles here: Coupé and SUV. Sold new in North America, Europe and Asia.
- Built
- 1989–today
- Brand from
- Japan
- Body styles
- Coupé and SUV
- Sold new in
- North America, Europe and Asia
- In the catalog
- 6 cars
How it changed
Power went from 209 hp in the 2003 Eclipse to 218 hp in the 2026 Eclipse Cross [EU]. It got heavier along the way: 1,320 kg for the 2003 car, 1,637 kg for the 2009. The most powerful here is the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT at 268 hp (200 kW), more than 57% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT, in 7.2 s.
Every Eclipse in the catalog
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The redesigned Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross features significant styling enhancements, producing a sleek sporty SUV appearance.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
![2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross [EU]](/thumbs/2026_mitsubishi_eclipse-cross-eu.webp?v=57603ed6)
2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross [EU]
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a compact crossover SUV produced by Japanese carmaker Mitsubishi Motors. It slots between the RVR/ASX/Outlander Sport and Outlander in Mitsubishi's global crossover lineup. The first-generation model has been produced since October 2017. Since 2025, the second-generation model has been sold exclusively in Europe as a battery electric model based on the Renault Scénic E-Tech.
Text: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Specs side by side
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Eclipse | 209 hp (156 kW) | 205 lb-ft (278 Nm) | — | 137 mph (220 km/h) | 1,320 kg (2,910 lb) | 3.0 L V6 | Front Wheel Drive | Manual, 5 Speed | 24 mpg |
| 2007 Eclipse | 260 hp (194 kW) | 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) | — | — | 1,575 kg (3,472 lb) | 3.8 L V6 | Front Wheel Drive | 6-Speed manual | 22 mpg |
| 2009 Eclipse GT | 268 hp (200 kW) | 262 lb-ft (355 Nm) | 7.2 s | 149 mph (240 km/h) | 1,637 kg (3,609 lb) | 3.8 L V6 | Front Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 23 mpg |
| 2018 Eclipse Cross | 163 hp (122 kW) | 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) | — | — | — | inline-4 | Front Wheel Drive | CVT | 27 mpg |
| 2022 Eclipse Cross | — | — | — | — | — | inline-4 | Front Wheel Drive | CVT | 27 mpg |
| 2026 Eclipse Cross [EU] | 218 hp (163 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | — | — | — | — | Front Wheel Drive | 1-speed automatic | 26 mpg |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Rivals
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