Mitsubishi Eclipse IV

Mitsubishi Eclipse IV
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The Mitsubishi Eclipse IV (2006–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 17 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: D80

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length3,880–4,390 mm Traficom4,570 mm TC4,564–4,583 mm
Width1,690–1,760 mm Traficom1,840 mm TC1,834 mm
Height1,220–1,330 mm Traficom1,380–1,390 mm TC1,351–1,389 mm
Wheelbase–2,580 mm TC2,576 mm
Front track–1,560 mm TC–
Rear track–1,560 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,485–1,665 kg TC1,485–1,665 kg
Mass in running order1,310–1,555 kg Traficom––
Gross vehicle weight1,550–1,855 kg Traficom––
Seats and space
Seats2–4 Traficom––
Doors2–3 Traficom––
Luggage space (EPA)–142–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,152–2,322 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

374 complaints for model years 2006–2012. 50 crashes · 1 fire · 31 injuries · 1 death

  • Brakes 276
  • Airbags 43

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 17 versions of the Mitsubishi Eclipse IV

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United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–20122.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2010–20122.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2007–2012SOHC, 2MODE CLKUP · PR3.8 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2011–20123.8 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2006–2010SOHC, 2MODE CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2006–2010SOHC · PR3.8 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2007–2009SOHC2.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2006–2008SOHC, 2MODE CLKUP3.8 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2007SOHC3.8 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 8 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2012Subcompact · Minicompact2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle242 g/km
2006–2012Subcompact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.1–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle232–246 g/km
2007–2012Minicompact2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.2–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle235–248 g/km
2007–2012Subcompact · Minicompact3.8 LPetrol6-speed manual12.3–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle283–290 g/km
2007–2012Subcompact · Minicompact3.8 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.0–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle276–285 g/km
2006Subcompact2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle239 g/km
2006Subcompact3.8 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle269 g/km
2006Subcompact3.8 LPetrol6-speed manual12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle288 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.