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Used 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this car!

Delissa, 03/25/2009
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
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Two weeks ago we traded our 2006 Eclipse GT in on a 2009 Eclipse GT. I really like the looks of the dual exhaust. Our old Eclipse had the automatic transmission and this time we opted for the 6-speed standard. It seems to have so much more power than the automatic. I don't know if they have made the back window larger, but it seems easier to see behind you when backing. I feel sure we will enjoy the sun-roof when the weather is nicer and the Rockford-Fosgate stereo absolutely rocks! I love this car and think I'm hooked on Eclipses forever!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Overall a good vehicle

sportbiker3, 03/19/2008
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse SE-V6 2dr Hatchback (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
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Had the vehicle for about 3 weeks now and overall I am very happy with it. V6 engine is powerful. Exterior styling is unique and gets lots of attention, especially with the SE package. Also love the interior "ice blue" dash lights. Only have a few small complaints. The satellite radio does not display artist/song information like it does in my other vehicles!! And the little blue light that comes on when you turn the highbeams on is way too bright and is annoying to the driver... no way to dim that light with the dash controls.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

Susan, 04/27/2009
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is the 2nd eclipse that I have owned. I love this car. I have had many sporty cars but this car is the most fun to drive. I love the way it handles corners. My only criticism is that I wish they could make the front end a little bit sportier. I love the front of the Mazda RX-8. I wish this front had more style like that but overall, a hot car that drives great. It's amazing in the snow. People are always shocked to hear this but it's the truth. If you want a fun, reliable car, I highly recommend the Eclipse.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Fanciful, Fast, and Fun

Campoly, 01/07/2008
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
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Looked at many competitors in this price range (Sky, GTI, Speed3, M-X5, etc.). All were nice cars if you are 5'4 and weigh 98 pounds. At 6'1" I found the Eclipse the easiest to get in and out of. The exterior styling of this cars is sleek and sexy. Back seat room is non existent but honestly, who really cares. Seats are comfortable enough. The non turbo V6 is strong with lots of torque and surprising little torque steer which makes for lots of acceleration fun. It doesn't have road rally/oval track curve hugging ability that the Evo or Vette has but for everyday around town and nimble freeway driving it is great fun and hard to beat.

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4 out of 5 stars

Sporty

Neil, 04/19/2020
2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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