Mitsubishi Eclipse
2009–2012 model years · Generation introduced 2006
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- Available years
- 2009–2012
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $3,288–$3,950
The overview
While we found the first generation Eclipse to be less than fun to drive, the 2006 redesign eroded any sporting credentials to which the model may have clung. Although the V6 was stronger and quieter than the lackluster four-cylinder, handling lacked agility and the car wasn't fun to drive. A flawed driving position, poor outward visibility, and virtually unusable rear seats were other detriments. Super-long doors make access difficult and the convertible roof creates giant blind spots when it is raised. The Eclipse's last model year was 2012.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 ↗ GT convertible FWD 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $3,950 | Not rated | Not rated | 19 MPG |
| 2011 ↗ GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $3,675 | Not rated | Not rated | 19 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $3,325 | Not rated | Not rated | 19 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed | $3,288 | Not rated | Not rated | 19 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2012 model
GT convertible FWD 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2006
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,950
- Retail value range
- $3,375 - $7,275
- Original MSRP range
- $19,499 - $32,599
- Trade-in range
- $735 - $3,800
Ratings
- Road test score
- 51/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 24 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 28 MPG
- Tested overall
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,140
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 135 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,665 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 21.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 0+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5929 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2006
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,675
- Retail value range
- $3,375 - $5,975
- Original MSRP range
- $18,999 - $32,599
- Trade-in range
- $735 - $2,625
Ratings
- Road test score
- 51/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 24 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 28 MPG
- Tested overall
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,140
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 135 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,665 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 21.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 0+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7959 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2006
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,325
- Retail value range
- $3,200 - $4,875
- Original MSRP range
- $20,699 - $32,599
- Trade-in range
- $580 - $1,695
Ratings
- Road test score
- 51/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 24 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 28 MPG
- Tested overall
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,140
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 135 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,665 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 21.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 0+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7506 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
GT convertible 3.8-liter V6 (265 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Automatic 5-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2006
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,288
- Retail value range
- $3,200 - $3,600
- Original MSRP range
- $20,249 - $30,149
- Trade-in range
- $590 - $885
Ratings
- Road test score
- 51/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 16 MPG
- EPA highway
- 24 MPG
- EPA combined
- 19 MPG
- Tested city
- 13 MPG
- Tested highway
- 28 MPG
- Tested overall
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,140
- Cruising range
- 340 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.8 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 135 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,665 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 21.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 0+2+0
Vehicle ID: 5784 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
