2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Overview

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2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse 

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  • MSRP: $18,087 -$26,597
  • Invoice: $16,865 -$24,804

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Pros

  • Acceleration (V6)
  • Handling/roadholding

Cons

  • Road noise
  • Rear-seat room
  • Rear visibility
  • Rear-seat entry/exit

Vehicle Highlights

Eclipse offers hatchback coupe and Spyder convertible models. RS and GS versions have a 4-cyl engine, GTs a V6. Manual transmission is standard. Automatic is optional and includes a manual shift gate on GS and GT. Spyders have a power top with heated-glass window. Alloy wheels, air conditioning, CD stereo, and power windows/locks are standard. Front side airbags and ABS are available only on GT models. They're in the optional Premium Package that also includes traction control for automatic-transmission versions. The only changes for 2002: two new exterior colors, a new Mitsubishi logo, and for GS and GT, glove-box and vanity-mirror lighting.

COMPETITION

Our only Best Buy in this class, the Volkswagen New Beetle, offers interesting styling and a nice mix of comfort, performance, and economy. The New Beetle is the most practical and affordable in this class.

If raw performance is what you are after, we Recommend the fun-to-drive Acura RSX and Toyota Celica. These cars offer a lot of bang for your buck.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category RS, man. Rating Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 5 5.7
Fuel Economy 7 6.1
Ride Quality 4 3.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 7.4
Quietness 3 3.2
Controls 5 5.5
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 4 4.5
Room/Comfort (rear) 1 1.5
Cargo Room 5 2.9
Value within Class 4 5.2
Total Score: 44 45.5

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