1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse Review
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse Review
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Pros
- Sleek styling, comfortable front seats, great cargo space.
Cons
- Back seats are for small pets only. Base engine does not live up to the impression given by the car's looks.
What’s new
The 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse gets a host of new standard equipment, and there is a new Sports Value Option Package for buyers of the GS.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T Turbo 2dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$231/mo for Eclipse GS-T
Eclipse GS-T
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Vehicle overview
Since 1990, the Eclipse has been giving budget-minded enthusiasts style and performance at bargain prices. 1997's redesign of the Eclipse improved on this great idea.The RS, GS and GS-T have front-wheel drive, but different engines. A twin-cam Chrysler motor powers the RS and GS, while the GS-T gets a potent turbo version of a Mitsubishi 2.0-liter engine. The top-of-the-line GSX gets the Mitsubishi powerplant and an all-wheel drive system that's ideal for less hospitable climates.
Prices have crept up a bit and the Eclipse faces stiffer competition in the sport coupe class than it did when it was first introduced in 1990. Still, with all-wheel drive, good looks and fantastic performance, the Eclipse is worth consideration.
Although prices have risen for 1999, the standard equipment list has also grown. New items include white-face instrumentation (standard on the GS-T and GSX and available on the GS as part of the Sports Value Package), AM/FM/CD player (RS), power glass sunroof (GS-T), security system with keyless entry (GS-T), antilock brakes (GSX), limited slip rear differential (GSX), and a black leather interior selection. Available with the GS trim level is a new Sports Value Package that includes 16-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, chrome exhaust tip, A/C, AM/FM/cassette with separate CD player, leather front seats, power door locks/windows, cruise control, security system with remote keyless entry and white-faced instrumentation.
To our eyes, the Eclipse is stylistically pleasing. The tail is tidy and the roof is painted the same color as the rest of the car. Dual airbags are standard on this sleek sportster, but antilock brakes are optional on all models except the GSX. The interior is a nice place to spend time, with a sloped dashboard that sweeps in front of the driver and between the seats, putting all controls within easy reach.
Shop carefully for a sport coupe and definitely consider the Eclipse, but test how it competes against other cars in its class, especially the Honda Prelude.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
5 star(76%)
4 star(17%)
3 star(5%)
2 star(2%)
1 star(0%)
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5 out of 5 stars
Wow.
Mr. Mitsubishi, 04/03/2002
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX Turbo 2dr Hatchback AWD
I bought my GSX brand spankin new off the lot in 1999, and wow- what a car. This baby packs a wallup- if you know what I mean. The AWD system allows you to hook up all those ponies when you step on it, and makes it much safer in the winter as well.
I got more speeding tickets in this thing than any other car, ever. However, they never caught me top-speed testing her, and that's a … good thing.
133 is way fast enough for me.
Oh, and it's a very comfortable car at speed, or just crusing around in as well.
4.88 out of 5 stars
Love this car!
Frank, 04/24/2009
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback
I bought this used car in 2001 with 20k mileages. I drove it for almost 8 years without major problem. The several minor problems: Remote Locker on the left door not work well, sometime would not unlock or lock. I had 1 accident due to rain wet road, crashed the left tire and front bumper after slipped into the shoulder of road. Fixed and runs good. Right now it is 74k and still runs … good. I would want to keep it until 200k but due to my wife can't drive 5 speed manual so I have to give it up.
4.63 out of 5 stars
Great first car!
lawrence, 08/28/2010
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback
For the two years which I've had my car its been great, especially because it has hardly cost me much on repairs. With 18" rims the look is great and sporty, and a loud exhaust to top it off, love the way it turns heads, it's been a great first car and hope to keep it till it dies out!
5 out of 5 stars
Eclipse Turbo - Great Car
ga2co2gamw, 07/07/2004
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX Turbo 2dr Hatchback AWD
Fabulous Car. Has not caused a single
problem. Only reason I plan to sell is
that this car is not suited to a
family of four. Even my wife, who does
not like to drive with manual
trasmission, loves to drive the
Eclipse.
1999 Eclipse Highlights
Hatchback
GS-T
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $231/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver1 / 5PassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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