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Great used car over100K
The 3g Man, 05/19/2010
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful
2003 Mitsubishi eclipse Gt, v6, Sportronic shifter. Great Exterior look, except the fake vents in the front.v6 engine good power for automatic shifty, not good for turbo boosting.Alloy wheels great touch and clean. Inside, Cheap plastic interior (which is good If you ever need to replace it). I like it. No leg room for people over 5'11. Very small in the back, good for newborns- preteens and adults, no. Seats are very comfortable for long driving. Gas mileage is good, 22 ct/27 Hw. $30 to fill. Slow start@shifting through 1st gear but gets better at 2nd. Expensive 6 cyl tuneup ($550). Timing belt+labor $640. Maintenance regular. Premium gas only. Mits is having a recall, don't get black.
A great car that seems to last forever. . .
John Griffith, 01/06/2017
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
What can I say about this car? It has been an excellent and fun daily driver for the past 14 years and is still going strong. I have owned it since new and it has never let me down. Oh sure there was an occasional flat or dead battery but those are maintenance items. Keep up with the maintenance on it and it wont have any problems. I don't think the car has ever actually failed. It always starts right up no problems, when the battery was good that is. I've gone through oh 4-5 batteries on it. 5 timing belts and one transmission. The transmission? yes that did eventually fail . . . at ~320,000 miles! I don't really think of that as a failure, just wear and tear. It was worn out. The guy working on it said he had never seen such wear. Even in that state It didn't leave me by the side of the road. I was able to drive it to a shop, it was just acting funny, like taking 5 seconds to shift. Even so, 320K miles for a transmission is hard to beat in any car. I have no complaints. I'm not kidding this car has 377 thousand miles on it. Original engine, and never been overhauled. It did have lifter tick (very noisy) at 220K but I replaced the lifters (lash adjusters), which is a job you can do just under the valve covers, and it has not been an issue since. Overall I'd say the build quality of the car is super high given the longevity I've gotten out of it. There is very little rust on the car too. The ride is solid and smooth as can be, even at interstate speeds. Just keep it aligned and replace the shocks when they are due. Again maintenance. I trust this car as my daily driver to get me to work every day. The engine is still strong and can still accelerate hard when I need it to. It still gets 26-27 miles to the gallon if you aren't a lead foot. If you keep it maintained this car will last a long time. It does lack a bit in the radio department compared to today's radios but still sounds great. What the radio doesn't do is bluetooth or have an aux input or navigation. If you want all that you can upgrade it easily as it is a standard 2-din (size) radio. All the stock speakers save one are still in it and sound great. The only speaker to fail me was the one in the center of the dash and that was due to direct sunlight and age drying out the cone. If you disconnect that speaker however you really don't miss it. I do think I will need to eventually overhaul the engine, one day, I'm not deluding myself there. Just not tomorrow. The last shop I had it at told me the compression is still good and within factory spec. It is starting to leak/burn oil though. What else can I expect from it . . . it is positively ancient in miles. I suspect the valve stem seals are the cause, I never replaced them. . Again I have no complaints, it has held up so well over the years that if it is only now in need of that after all those miles, I'll just smile and pay some shop to fix it. Its better than a new car payment and this car still looks good. Most people never guess that it has that many miles on it unless I tell them and they they do a double take and still don't believe it. I get it a lot from the shops that service it. One last thing, don't ever skip an oil change and don't put anything less than premium in it. I put mid-grade 89 in it ONCE back in 2005 I think. . . never again. The mileage dropped to about 20 MPG and it ran like a PIG. I shudder to think what 85 would have done. I saved 10% cost on the gas (30 cents on 3$) but had to use 35% more gas to get where I needed to be (27 vs 20 mpg). It is counter intuitive to some, but you actually save money using the premium gas. That and the car will behave better and actually pass other cars when you need it. Use the gas it was designed to use.
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Vicky, 05/24/2016
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my car brand new in 2003 n it still runs GREAT! It's a problem free car only had to do minor things in the thirteen years I've owned it. Tires oil changes belt extra. The little things. I love my car after all these years!
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Best Car Under 5k
peelout, 03/13/2015
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
You can get these cars for very cheap. They are extremely nice. I got mine for 3,000 from a friend of the family, it could've of easily been sold for 5,000 however. (It's really good condition) Mine has 137,000 miles on it. It's fast, I've gotten it up to 150. It's good on gas. (Unless you shift at 5k RPM like me when im trying to impress my friends -- i can watch the gas gauge go down) 18-25mpg. Please put premium in this car, yes it matters. Look it up. When you're not hot rodding this car, it still turns heads. Very nice looking. If you're worried about your kid hot rodding it like me, get them the 4cyl. This car is great. Do your kid a favor, don't get him a grandma car. get an eclipse.
Love the looks, but some design flaws
andymick32, 01/08/2013
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought this car with 60k miles and put 30k miles on the car in 2.5 years before selling. All in all, the car was pretty darn reliable. I didn't have any mechanical issues besides the sun roof which is a known problem. Went to get the car inspected this summer and was told the bottom of the car was rusting out. The mechanic showed me the apple sized hole right underneath the drivers side floorboard and another spot below the gas tank and the fuel filler neck and the trunk lid! The car has some major issues here as certain areas are prone to collect water. Make sure you check these areas before you buy!
Beautiful car and fun to drive
vkmicro, 09/23/2014
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Well let me start off with comparing it to different cars I drove and took for a test drive. Before eclipse I used to drive 4 door sedans, and comparing to the sedans, Mitsubishi eclipse has much more maneuverability on the roads both on high speeds and around the city. Comparing to the Grand Prix 1997 which I used to have, it's slightly worse on the snow because it's a lot lighter weight, so have to drive with more caution. I have a GS edition with automatic transmission and it's awesome, it's really fast and like I mentioned before very agile on the road. Overall I give the car 9/10, wish it was slightly better designed inside (EX: Better cup holders) but it's fun and looks amazing.
03 Mitsubishi
C.Mozeley, 10/15/2010
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
14 of 20 people found this review helpful
My 03' has 150K miles, purchased new in 02'. Replaced front struts within 2 months. Have replaced the brake pads and rotors 4 times. The brakes start pulsating after 3500 - 4500 miles. Also, 3 heat shields have rusted off, 1 of them within a year's time. Dealership advised me not park on dry grass. Sunroof sticks. Rusty inside engine compartment.
Fun to Drive!
sara_huntley, 06/06/2013
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my Eclipse from a private seller in Aug 2012 with 119, 990 miles on it which turned to 120,000 on the way home. The guy didn't tell me all of the problems that came with it but that was expected. The car was over 100k and obviously needed some repairs due to its age. They were all minor fixes that were neglected. Throughout the couple months of fixing these things the car ran very well. I have never been stuck on the side of the road! I love that it came with the power shift for accelerating even with a 4-cyl. With regular maintenance this car can go for 200k+ miles!
190,000 Miles and Still Going Strong
guitar_guy, 06/08/2011
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in 2004. It was February, and the salesman was discouraged as he walked me to the lot, and the car was under a pile of snow. He said all he had was a 4 cylinder with standard transmission... I didn't let on, but that's EXACTLY what I wanted. The car has been a dream to own. I have performed regular maintenance with my own mechanics. I never went back to the dealer, and never needed to. Oil changes every 3000, and regular timing belt changes were the bulk of maintenance. Also plugs every 60k. I replaced two tie rods, and recently an axle (after 189,000). Two sets of brake pads. That's about it. I love this car, and I don't want to part with it.
My 2003 Eclipse GTS
rmitch86, 04/15/2011
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2001 GS for a few years i inherited it from my parents when they traded up i loved it. When that car was rear ended and totalled in december i purchased a 2003 eclipse GTS gun metal grey. It has 74k and running great. My 01 got up to 212k and was running like a champ. Just do your sched maint. and keep an eye on problem areas. Both have been 5 speed and the feel of the clutch and the way the shifter pops into place is great. Very fun car to drive especially in the summer with the windows down and sunroof open. as long as you take car of the car and keep up with it the eclipse will treat you right. even stock its a head turner.
MY NEW CAR
SUPRBABE2000, 05/03/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I WAS LOOKING FOR A CAR AND I WANTED A SPORTS CAR. I NEVER WANTED AN ECLIPSE BUT THE SALES MAN TALKED ME INTO A TEST DRIVE. I FELL IN LOVE WITH IT. IT SHARP IT LOOKS NICE AND IT RIDES GREAT. WITH GAS PRICES AS HIGH AS THE ARE NOW ITS GOOD TO KNOW I CAN GO A WHILE ON A FULL TANK. AND THE PRICE ON IT AMAZED ME.
Underrated Car
kobo1d, 09/09/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had my Eclipse GTS Automatic for a little over 4 years and it has been a very nice car. Bought used, still under factory bumper-to-bumper warranty, I've driven it hard (currently at 67000 miles) and have had very little issues with it. The only problems with the car have been some electrical issues: The factory 6-CD player completely stopped working, refusing to play and making a horrible crunching sound constantly. Mitsubishi wanted $450 to fix it, so I just replaced it with an aftermarket setup. The switch for the passenger side window only rolls the window up, not down, so the passenger has to roll down their own window. Sunroof switch is touchy. And yes, the plastic scratches easy.
Awesome
Ruben, 01/19/2010
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 03 Eclipse used with 35,000 miles in 2005. It currently has 115,000 miles. This car has been a blast to drive. It hasn't given me problems other than routine maintenance (brakes, tires, battery, belts). The sportronic transmission is awesome, although I don't use it as much. I am selling it now because I need a bigger vehicle. Will miss it for sure. Would buy a new eclipse again if the body style on newer eclipses are similar to the 00-05 models.
Follow up from 2011 review / 2014 comments
overboost007, 02/09/2014
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Ok my 2003 GTS Eclipse V6 currently has 119000 miles. received Duralast Gold brake pads since I purchased it and 2 oil changes Mobile 1 synthentic and thats it. Now the BAD. The Flywheel and clutch went. Replaced them at Don Herring Mitsubishi in Plano Texas Thanks JT. Then the ABS light came on. I'll go to Auto Zone and get the Code and fix it myself. So far the second best used car I have owned next to my old 1999 Honda Accord CPE V6. AGAIN I do not race. The only upgrade is an INJEN Intake system. Hopefully I can trade it in next year for a 2011 Dodge Charger or challenger. But my 2003 MITS GTS is one of the best reliable used cars you can buy hands down.
My first officially owned car, totally worth it
Term, 04/06/2016
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 2003 GT Eclipse is great! I recently traded it in for a brand new Mazda3 which is also fantastic, but I often find myself missing the Eclipse even though my Mazda3 is fully loaded and is very fun to drive itself! The car drove extremely well but certainly was not meant to be tuned as it wasn't fast and the engine was.... interesting to work on to say the least. That's certainly not saying that it was not fast enough to pass other cars with ease when called upon. She was an absolute head turner, I powder coated the stock rims black and put limo tint on the windows which REALLY made her stand out from the crowd. When I had the sunroof flipped out, she was one of the sportiest cars on the road. I didn't have the leather interior but it was still perfect with how Mitsubishi laid everything out. The sound package that came with her was fantastic and I never needed to touch it as it was spot on. I did, however, swap the head unit with something more modern (bluetooth). Mechanically, this car was partially sound. Downsides were replacing wearing parts such as the timing belt (yes, it has a timing belt in the v6) and maintaining the suspension which became a headache near the end of my ownership. The cruise control solenoid failed near the end too, which left the "Cruise" light on and the actual unit unusable. Another issue that apparently a lot of Mitsu's have is the engine burning and leaking oil, which at 139,000 miles on mine was a serious problem, every gasket on the engine was leaking oil (head gasket, valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, and even the main rear seal which was NOT WORTH IT TO FIX AT ALL). I did a lot of the maintenance work on it myself such as replacing a cracked radiator which resulted from road debris, the front bumper which a truck backing out of a parking spot poked a hole into with their hitch, replacing spark plugs and cleaning the intake. I can't say my knees didn't take a beating from doing this work as a result of the v6, but at the end of the day it was easy and Mitsubishi designed this car to be easy to maintain and allowed me to cut my teeth on car maintenance for the first time. It had very slight rust issues but that's easy to overlook because it only affected specific parts of the car. I love this car and would recommend it to anyone. I enjoyed it and still really miss her, wish that I could have kept her but the dealer gave me a trade-in offer that I couldn't pass up. I hope if anyone ever owns my car in the future, they can fix her up properly and give her a garage that I always wish I could have provided. :)
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Reliable and Fun to Drive
Chris, 12/30/2017
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new in 2003 and as a first time buyer I didn't do my homework before hand. This car might look fast but the acceleration is slow it did a little better when in sportronic shift mode. The interior was small especially the backseat and the materials didn't look quality made. I did like the exterior look of the car and I got quite a few compliments on it. I have to admit I had fun driving it and did a lot of road trips. It's also very reliable for the 8 years that I owned this car I put over 150K miles with no issues. Would I ever buy an eclipse again probably not and I can see why Mitsubishi no longer makes them.
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Too awesome...
mustangof08, 11/21/2013
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my license a few months ago, was looking on a used car dealership website, and found a silver Eclipse. So I told my dad about it, and got out of school one day to find it sitting where I usually park my mom's car at school. Big surprise. I've been driving it for only about 2 1/2 months now, but every second has been amazing. My friends tell me how good it looks, and how good it sounds for a 4-cyl. I love it, and you know it's gotta be a reliable car when a 16 year old drives it. Teenagers drive like we're blind, but this car never lets me down. Definitely recommend. 9/10
exciting drive
schumacher, 03/27/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
my mitsu is titanium w/sunroof and infinity sound which i find to be ok. i get lots of stares because this car just plain looks bad ass. and it is if you can handle a clutch and shifter in a racer fashion . i can rip a 7 second 0-60 and 15.2 1/4 mile. however i wish mitsu would have distanced itself from other cars of this type by offering a 230 hp, 235 lb.ft torque engine. it would have been the smart thing to do in order to draw people away from competitors such as acura and toyota.
Great cars even used if you take care of it
overboost007, 10/16/2012
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
OK people lesson I am 6ft 8in tall, 260 lbs, I formally drove a 1999 Honda Accord EX CPE V6 with 248,000. Now I have a 2003 Mitsubishi clipse GTS 5 speed manual that had 98,000 on it when I bought it. The previous owner took great care of it. I went through it hard. I am just a DIY guy that knows car. This car was a good buy because of how it was taken care of. The dealers can clean it up but I know brakes, fuel systems, intake, transmission & engine. It is not rocket science. Research on line and make a good choice. The car runs great I will upgrade the brakes to what I like an just maintain it until I am ready to by a newer vehicle
Beneathe the Silver Lining
NJJ, 10/01/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The new eclipse is a cloud of deceit without the silver lining. Coolant system with poor circulation, and very poor quality engine components. Wait until you go through a winter with snowy, salty roads and watch your engine compartment rust out. If you make it to 36,000 miles your transmission is likely to start giving coast down clunks and clicking noises. Poor quality rims dent easily on 2002 models. Intake and exhaust systems are inefficiently designed, negatively effecting performance. Beautiful car from the exterior, after a year looks like a rusty '78 Dodge Dart. Dealerships talk their way around fixing problems and the car still sells.
Fun sports coupe
Red GTS, 09/19/2007
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I wanted to buy my daughter the Eclipse in 2003, but opted for a "practical" 4 door vehicle. 4 years later, I helped her trade in the other vehicle for a red '03 Eclipse GTS (with only 20,000 miles). It's a sharp looking, great performing car. Made changes to the wheels (larger) and new wider Kumho tires. I own an '06 Eclipse GT (6M) and find it to be great. Now, I'm glad to see her as an owner of the Eclipse she always wanted.
Great car
Shane, 11/21/2015
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best model they made what do you expect. Its governed at 147. Anyone that says they had theyre 4cyl to 150 either doesnt have a gov or is lieing. But the car is fast. 0 to 60 in about 6 sec. Very nice and fun to drive got the car at 70k
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Close to perfect (for me)
Payback_56, 11/08/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car iteself is great, has a great feel to it, good handling, tight on turns. Able to handle speed well Came with side of steering column busted, but they were fast to fix it, excellent service.
WassuP!
MrX, 08/02/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is one of the most fun and reliable car I ever owned. I didn't think I would have bought the car until I test drove it. Once I test drove the car I knew I had to buy it. What a great investment. Two words... Test Drive!
2002 Eclipse GT Never Lets Me Down
Joe Hussar, 09/27/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my second Eclipse. Previously I owned a 1st gen GS. After 245,000 miles I finally traded for the 2002 GT. The vehicle is a smoother and quieter ride but has more muscle than even a non turbo 3000GT. It remains a head turner even though some of the girls are younger than permissible by law. The black leather interior with silver exterior is beyond awesome. For the money, nothing beats an Eclipse. Mitsu builds cars with integrity and of course, unique trend setting style. Why spend more? You won't get more!
Fabulous Car, Fully Recommended
MissBunny, 02/14/2008
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have wanted a Mitsubishi Eclipse since I was 11 years old believe it or not! When I finally bought my Eclipse GTS in I was ecstatic to find that it was everything I hoped for and then some! It has a beautiful, classy, and sporty look, it drives wonderfully on the freeway and city and it has great get-up-and-go! I mean you can really feel the power behind that pedal! It has a pretty rad stock infinity sound system with a 6 disc changer. It has a very comfortable front seat with leather power seats/windows. And the sunroof is a must have! The only thing I dont like is its turning radius is awful. All in all I love the car, it actually makes me want to drive for no reason, just to drive!
I Love My Car!!!
spunkymonkey72, 05/20/2014
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car used in 2010. I figured I'd have fun and drive it until my son was old enough to drive it and then I would pass it down to him. Well, he is 6 months away from being able to get his license and honestly...I don't want to give it up! It has been very reliable and lots of fun to drive. In the time I have owned it I have only had to replace the battery and tires.
Powerful, comfortable, and reliable!
GT OWNER, 06/04/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was trying to decide between this car and the Acura RSX (not the Type S). But for the same price, I felt I got a little more style, 40 additional horses, a wider selection in color and a reliable car that I can trust as much as the Acura.
Cool Car
Mikey27, 07/09/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but fun driving this car. It has a great look and ride. Very cool.
Tremendous buy - and would buy again!
Sero, 01/23/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased the GT new in 2003, and had to get the 5-speed manual transmission. Even though it's a V-6, my 5-year average MPG is 27.5! Having lived in Erie, PA and Cleveland, the heavy build and FWD helps get through snow. This car is not only a great looking car, but wonderful to drive - particularly through the hills of Eastern Ohio and Western PA. If it wasn't for kids on the way, I'd keep this great auto or upgrade to a newer model. I HIGHLY recommend anyone considering a nice sporty car to get an Eclipse for the fun and value.
Engine is a disaster, but fun to drive
D-Ro, 01/24/2008
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought this car used in 2007 with about 65k. I've had to replace the timing belt (needs it every 75k). Had some issues with the CPU, idle control unit, and gasket seals. It is a blast to drive, and so much fun. I love the look, the sound system, everything. All 210 horse power under me is just incredible. With the manual transmission downshifting at 60 or even 70 mph is such a rush. The thing accelerates in 5th gear, what more could you ask for? I accelerate and I'm at 60 before I know it! New tires December 2007 in the midst of a week long snow storm, and the improvement in the snow has been amazing. I only skid in about 2-3 inches of snow- anything else is a breeze to get through
2003 Eclipse GS coupe
superstar, 07/15/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just got an Eclipse GS coupe yesterday. So far it is a good car. It's cute, and fun to drive but also practical. Mitsubishi's "Zero zero zero" finance program is great.
Fun
Patricia Gaul, 07/17/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I have never owned a sports car before, so it is hard to compare. I love the way it looks, though. It is not a family car so you can't criticize the small back seat. It handles very well and has lots of pick up for a 4 cyl. The gas mileage is also impressive.
Impressive
Kleo, 06/11/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The elclipse looks great inside and out!! I find it to be loud and not enough space in the back seat. I fear the car will not hold up like a Honda or Toyota but I'm hoping I'm wrong. Over all I think it is a very nice sports car and I love the looks I receive when driving it. It's cool to see other's driving one. I do feel the car should have more colors. I purchased the silver one and everyone seems to have the same color.
2003 Eclipse GT
finfan, 07/24/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This is the second Mitsubishi Eclipse that I have bought in the past five years. This car is very reliable and its looks are great. One thing I do suggest is put some money away for a new stereo because the factory one is terrible. Also the v-6 is great but it is not as fast as the old turbos that were in the older Eclipses. Even with those things being said I still love this car. The new design is great and you will get some looks while driving in it.
Love, love love the color !!!
Sanatweety, 05/21/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have just gotten my car so I don't know how great it really is yet, but it's a very pretty car & fast didn't know how fast until I took it out of the show room. Vey roomy for the driver & passager but the back seats are very small & no leg room, but I still love the car.
My fun car
kay juneau, 08/23/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I loved my car. IT has been excellent but one thing I don't like is the whole dash cracked on it other than that I would not give nothing for my car ever. I like my eclipse so much I kept it and bought myself another one, a 2007. I hope that I will enjoy it as much as my 2003 I still have.
The greatest thing since Snickers!
Darkillusionz19, 07/28/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In my personal opinion this vehicle is very SWEET! it handles like a dream, it has enormous power for a 6-cylander, the body style looks aggressive enough to scare down a stock car. The interior is one of a kind with it's technical style. As far as mileage per gallon it's great for a 6. Overall this car is extraordinary!
MY GTS
StacyMarie, 08/28/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I love my Car. It looks great drives great. Out of many compact imports this is a very powerful car. I LOVE IT. =)
2003 GTS has potential
CabindaJoe, 08/29/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This new form of eclipse is rather impresive. Just don't try and race redlight to redlight with the A.C. on. The 6 cyl. engine does have some pep and if you don't mind sweating when it is hot outside it is very fun to drive. There is a severe blind spot. Aftermarket parts are hard to find right now, but I am sure they will come soon. Gas mileage is good for a sportscar. Insurance is relatively low. It is not considered a sports car. Same mitsubishi low rent interior condiments, but they look good. Overall this is a very nice car.
Zoom zoom? Please!
tprice, 08/30/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Torque. Even the Acura RSX R-type is under-torqued, but in this price range the Eclipse has THE most torque (215f-p in the GT). Now, if you're a novice, you're saying "what's the big deal about torque, what about horsepower?" Well, it's the torque that peels you off the pavement, grips those nice 17 inchers in to the tarmac, and pushes you back into the seat with some G's to make taking off from a stoplight a fun experience. And leaving the sportronic tranny in 1st for the takeoff, upshifting in the high 5000s and hearing that exhaust race up...
Need Performance Boost
bizhorse, 05/21/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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It is not a bad deal for a $20,000 car, yet I have always struggled with the poor performance. Like another review from a magazine:"It looks a lot sportier than it drives". Everything else is not bad except for the noise. It gets really loud on the highway, I could barely hear my radio.
Great gas mileage!!!!
Wilhite, 11/10/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This car gets great gas mileage! I get an average of 32.5 miles per gallon! My car is a V6 and it really packs a punch! Gets lots of compliments. Glad I purchased it!
Never rec'd this many complements
MerleB, 09/05/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought this vehicle partially based on the rather negative review by the Edmunds staff. Basically the stuff they didn't like is what drew me to the vehicle. We don't do much "canyon carving" in Michigan. My dealer had to go to Ohio to find a bright red GT for me, but it was well worth the wait as I've never had a new car that received more raves from the onlookers. I do miss the 40 miles per gallon that our '98 Eclipse achieved, but that was a 4 cylinder.
Don't hesitate on this one....
NoMore Fords, 09/06/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I traded my POS 01 Mustang GT in for this car after Ford refused to fix my transmission with 6800 mi. This car is great. Refined, elegant, and sporty. The GTS's variable induction V6 is strong and with the tranny in sport mode the acceleration is felt. The car feels slow sometimes because the engine is so smooth and quiet but then you realize you are doing 85 or 90mph. Noticed some vibration at the steering wheel when at speed, some torque steer, a rattle on the passenger side and the passenger seat shakes some. I will have the dealership look into these. Other than that great car.
eclipse 2003
sharp, 05/21/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I used to own a Z28 camero. I thought there would never be another car that i could fall in love with again, but i was wrong. I bought the 2003 eclipse 2 weeks ago and love everything about it. The interior is a great--midnight shade. i love how the blue fades with the black. just wanted everybody to know how wonerful the car is!!!!
Unhappy consumer
Unhappy comsumer, 09/07/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Not long after I purchased the vehicle, I noticed that 5th gear, my window, my brakes, and my a/c were giving me problems. I took my car back to the dealer where they repaired fifth gear, my window, and attempted to eliminate the awful smell from the a/c. After receiving my car back, 2nd gear began to grind and I noticed my cigarette lighter was defective. So I returned the car to again have them work with the transmission, to clean the a/c, and replace the cigarette lighter. The dealer repaired the a/c, the lighter, but said they could not confirm the problem with 2nd gear. I've now been back 2 more times and am currently seeking an attorney.
Best car I've driven so far!
Rosa, 09/07/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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So far it drives wonderful.I never thought that I will like this car so much.I love to drive it every where.I turn heads when I'm driving down the street.I love it!
Reliable but not as fast as it looks
jrod, 05/13/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Just recently bought my 03 gs eclipse, it's a 4 cylinder so less power, better gas mileage. I thought with slight mods it would be a lot faster than what it is. Hasn't stalled or broken down on me once, and it is still fun to drive, and just by painting the rims and spoiler you WILL be completely satisfied with the look. I give it 80% outta a hundred.
Best Car Ever
SamanthaJo, 08/08/2008
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Eclipse a year ago and I have loved every minute of owning it. It is a very reliable car and a lot of fun to drive. It drives and handles very well. I love the appearance, inside and out. I would not give this car up for any other car out there. The gas mileage is good for a sports car and I have had no problems with this car.