What engine does the 2008 Eclipse have?

The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is available with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder base engine or the GT trim’s 3.8-liter V6. Most note that the four cylinder with 162 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque is a capable engine, even if it’s not the favorite.

Does the Eclipse GS have a turbo?

Both the Mitsubishi Eclipse GS Turbo and Eclipse GSX were equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4G63 engine that achieved up to 195 horsepower, and could go from zero-to-60 in less than seven seconds.

Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse GT fast?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 3.8 V6 can accelerate to a top speed of 155 mph or 249.4 kph.

Which Eclipse is fastest?

Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Are 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?

2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Warranty As Motor Trend explains, the Eclipse GT “proved not just reliable, but faultless.” Over the course of their long-term test, “its service history was limited to two mandated dealer visits (at the 7500- and 15,000-mile points).

Is a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse a sports car?

2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Overview Auto reviewers say prospective buyers of the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will get the look and feel of a sports car but will have to forgo power and agility. The Eclipse comes in two trims, the base model GS and the GT, and is available as a convertible, the Eclipse Spyder.

What does GS mean on Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Grand Sport
The Eclipse was available in seven trim levels: Base [Only available in 1996.5 (mid-model year)], RS (Rally Sport), GS (Grand Sport), GS Spyder, GS-T (Grand Sport Turbo), GS-T Spyder, and GSX (Grand Sport X=AWD).

How reliable are Mitsubishi Eclipse?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 20th out of 36 for compact cars. The average annual repair cost is $510 which means it has lower than average ownership costs.

What model Eclipse is fastest?

What kind of engine does the Mitsubishi Eclipse have?

The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is best savored in Spyder form, with the V-6 engine and the clean, loud Rockford Fosgate audio system. Anything less is just a commuter car. The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is far from the most nimble two-door on the planet, but the V-6 versions and the Spyder convertible are engaging to drive.

What kind of gas mileage does the Eclipse Spyder get?

There’s also the convertible 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, available in similar GS and GT versions. Fuel economy ranges from 20/28 mpg with the four-cylinder coupe to 16/25 mpg with the V-6, automatic-equipped Spyder.

What kind of wheels does an eclipse have?

The new SE trim level adds a chin spoiler, trunklid spoiler and SE body graphics. Aluminum-alloy wheels hold 17-inch tires, and GT coupes have 18-inch wheels as standard equipment. The optional GT Premium package gives these wheels a “sword silver” finish. Built on a 101.4-inch wheelbase, the Eclipse is 179.7 inches long overall.