Used 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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190,000 Miles and Still Going Strong
guitar_guy, Redmond, WA, 06/08/2011
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 First Eclipse
HE, 08/13/2004
Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been happy with this car.
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03 RS Eclipse still running fine
mutt, 12/20/2007
Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's been a fun car with enough acceleration to drive however you want (manual transmission). With only a 4 banger, it gets almost "green car" gas mileage. A perfect blend of mpg and acceleration. When I test drove the automatic, it didn't respond how I wanted to drive. Its easy to work on, the spark plugs and oil changes are easy access. Its had 112,000 miles driven in about 5 years. No problems with regular maintrnance. Now if only my wife would learn to drive stick shift.
Some Trouble, but Overall Happiness
Eric, 12/18/2006
Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love the car - the way it drives and looks, but a few problems are souring me. Water immediately got in the doors during rain and caused a moldy smell. Now the power windows are failing at 90,000 miles. The A/C went out at 80,000 miles. The brakes are of moderate quality and durability. The window tint started peeling within 50,000 miles. The hatchback is tough to open and won't stay up in cold weather. The interior poorly designed - I reach too far for many things. The plastic interior takes a beating. The plastic hooks for the floor mats break easily. Also, the blind spot is a major issue and the A/C (when working) saps much engine power. On small bumps, I bottom out the nose. But man, at 60 mph, the acceleration is great.
Unhappy consumer
Unhappy comsumer, 09/07/2002
Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.