2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
20 - 22 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(18 Total Reviews)
Like It as Much as the First Day I Bought It
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
My Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder has been a fun car. It is a good combination of power and pleasure. It keeps up with the other cars in it's class speed-wise and it just looks cool. People still watch these cars go buy with envy. It has blind spots, but no worse than the other convertibles that I looked at, the Honda S2000 is just as bad. Besides this is only a problem in parking lots, not everyday driving. I love the "manual" automatic transmission. I've had no mechanical problems, fortunately.
Favorite Features
The convertible top is very high quality. After four years has minimal creaks and rattles, which is pretty amazing. The canvas keeps it's good looks. I couldn't say these things about the pre-owned Mercedes-Benz that I test drove before I bought my Eclipse Spyder. The back seat is poor for passengers, but it makes for extra storage.
Suggested Improvements
Add auto trunk release on the remote. There is a handle at the driver's seat but it doesn't help you when you're carrying packages.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
In love with my Spyder GT!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
Love it! I just retired my minivan. Hugs the road...fun to drive! Paid only $13k for it used -- just 24,000 miles -- a steal. Mine doesn't have all the frills, but for the price (new or used) it can't be beat in it's class. Looks very elegant...classy. Fun to switch from automatic to manual, without the clutch.
Favorite Features
Push button convertible, tinted windows, V6 engine. The design and the lines on the sides.
Suggested Improvements
Improve dash display - fuel/temp gauge is too deep. Blind spots. Could use anti-lock brakes.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
CUTE CAR, BAD TIRE RIMS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
I love this car but... I have one MAJOR complaint.the rims on this car are very susceptible to even the slightest potholes. i have had this car for less than a DAY, and already need to replace a dented/cracked rim from a minor pothole i hit. NHTSA has had a number of complaints about these rims. Mitsubishi is not willing to recall these rims, stating it isn't a problem, but the interesting thing is, why did they change the suspension and rims for the 2003 model if the 2002 was fine? so my advice, is get the 2003 if you have a choice and save yourself from needing to buy $350 rims the first time you hit a pothole, railroad tracks etc.
Favorite Features
automatic top, stylish looks, the nice little rumble of the exhaust. Get the V6, you'll be glad you did.
Suggested Improvements
Rim issue mentioned above, armrest height is uncomfortable.
2 out 3 people found this review helpful
excellent
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
this car is awsome!!i love it soo much its the best car if ur a girl and love do drive fast with the hood down
Favorite Features
the manual/automatic u can choose which 1 u want to use
Suggested Improvements
nothin
0 out 2 people found this review helpful
love it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
the greatest acr you will ever own
Favorite Features
style and the rims
Suggested Improvements
make a high preformance model
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
An average sort of "Sport" Convertible
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
The Eclipse Spyder is relatively fun to drive, but ranks below other sport convertibles I have owned, e.g., the BMW Z3. The size is more accomodating, but design features such as the huge right blind-spot and the raised door jambs make this car a little uncomfortable. Handling is good and tight, as a sports cars should be. However, gas mileage on my particular car is lower than I have experienced on similar vehicles/engines. All in all, a fun mid-level car that is probably a few thousand dollars too expensive (even though I did get a pretty good deal).
Favorite Features
Power top
Suggested Improvements
Fix the blind spots, PLEASE!!!
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
Satisfied Spyder owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
The Eclipse Spyder is the most enjoyable car I have ever owned. Absolutely sticks to the road no matter how bad the curves. Easy to talk to the passenger with the top down. Four cylinder has enough power. Gas mileage about the same between the four and six, looking back think six would have been a better choice so I could really drive like a maniac. Hard to beat the top down experience on a warm day.
Favorite Features
Looks good with top up or down. Handling on twisty roads is exceptional. If you hit a turn too fast the steering and handling is good enough to bail you out.
Suggested Improvements
Hard to see when the top is up. There is an ugly welded seam below the doors. No seam on the coupes. Turbo charge the six for about 250 HP. Back seat sits too straight-up.
fun to drive
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
Car runs good and is fun to drive. You get the same than others get for a more expensive european convertible.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
go eclipse
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
this car rocks my world i love the style and the way i can drive in it and my boyfriend likes it too
Favorite Features
everything
Suggested Improvements
none from me
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
Fun
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
Review
Deep in Minnesota and bought a convertible on a snowy January day. I have no regrets. The car handles better in the snow than the wifes minivan. Total fun in the sun and the car turns many heads.
Favorite Features
Awesome sound system. Styling - eye catching.
Suggested Improvements
Add adjustable lumbar support to the passenger seat
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