Mitsubishi Eclipse History

The first generation Mitsubishi Eclipse was sold as an entry to mid-level four-cylinder sports coupe. Four trim levels were available: the bottom three were front wheel drive and the very top was all wheel drive. The top FWD and the AWD model were equipped with turbocharged engines.
Mitsubishi Eclipse




Mitsubishi Eclipse


Mitsubishi Eclipse




Mitsubishi Eclipse




Mitsubishi Eclipse





Mitsubishi Eclipse


Mitsubishi Eclipse




Mitsubishi Eclipse


Mitsubishi Eclipse


Mitsubishi Eclipse


The car underwent minor changes throughout its production; 1992–1994 models (1Gb) have updated sheetmetal and are easily distinguishable from previous vehicles (1Ga). The most notable of these changes is that the 1Ga models have pop-up headlights. The Eclipse was revised into a new vehicle for 1995.



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Mitsubishi Eclipse: Mitsubishi copycat coupé blasts off

Mitsubishi has facelifted the Eclipse, and given it a gaping grille complete with a thick central bar. The result is a front end that closely resembles the Nissan supercar. Other improvements in-clude a deeper chin spoiler, plus revamped front and rear bumpers.

There is also an updated spoiler design on the range-topping GT model for better aerodynamics. The enhancements combine to provide the coupé with a more aggressive feel than before. A new exhaust system has also been fitted, and is tuned to boost performance and give a superior sound.

Buyers will have a choice of two engines. The GS version features a 162bhp 2.4-litre four-cyclinder petrol powerplant, while the flagship GT is fitted with a 3.8-litre V6 delivering 265bhp. That’s enough to propel the new Mitsubishi from 0-60mph in only six seconds.

Both variants come with either a manual or automatic transmission. The latter incorporates a Sportronic manual override, with buttons letting drivers select ratios themselves for greater involvement. Inside, the Eclipse has a long list of equipment as standard, including a high-end nine-speaker, 650-watt stereo.

Owners also benefit from an electric sunroof and automatic climate control, while the seats are trimmed in luxurious leather. Large 18-inch alloy wheels with a unique design are also fitted.

Our sources have told us Mitsubishi UK is keen to bring the newcomer to showrooms here. Con-version to right-hand drive would be relatively inexpensive. However, a major stumbling block is the fact the Eclipse is such a strong seller in the American market; as a result, the maker simply doesn’t have the capacity to sell it in Britain for now.

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