2002
Mitsubishi Eclipse

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$18,957
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  • 3dr Cpe RS 2.4L Manual
    Starts at
    $18,087
    23 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe RS 2.4L Auto
    Starts at
    $18,887
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GS 2.4L Manual
    Starts at
    $18,957
    23 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GS 2.4L Sportronic
    Starts at
    $19,957
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GT 3.0L Manual w/Prem Pkg
    Starts at
    $21,147
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GT 3.0L Manual
    Starts at
    $21,147
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GT 3.0L Sport w/Prem Pkg
    Starts at
    $22,147
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3dr Cpe GT 3.0L Sportronic
    Starts at
    $22,147
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Spyder GS 2.4L Manual
    Starts at
    $23,617
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Spyder GS 2.4L Sportronic
    Starts at
    $24,607
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Spyder GT 3.0L Manual
    Starts at
    $25,597
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Spyder GT 3.0L Sportronic
    Starts at
    $26,597
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
5/5
Side driver
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
Remainder of original 5 years / 60,000 miles
Dealer certification
123-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
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Comfort 4.1
Interior 3.9
Performance 4.3
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.1

Most recent

By valerie from tacoma
Owns this car
August 30, 2022

changing steering columns/ignition/immobilizer

i loved it till the timing belt broke, I bought a 2nd, but this one had been attempted to be stolen and they busted the ignition where you could no longer use it and when I took the steering and ignition assembly from my other one , the anti theft immobilizer will not let me start the car as of still today, locksmith was unable to help me since I no longer have the tumbler from the original . Anyone know if the dealer can make me a key
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.0
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By CorollaHatchFan from Providence RI
Used to own this car
October 8, 2020

Good looking and fun to drive to the mechanic

This was my first car. When it ran well, it was great. This car spent most of it’s time at the mechanic for so many issues, and so much money. It started rusting out when it was less than 6 years old, and continued until the floor rotted out at ten years old. Major components that went ranged from the power steering pump at 3 years old, and axle seals, and transmission bearings as it got older. In ten years of ownership, I probably spent at least $8k in repairs to keep it running well. I’ll never buy another Mitsubishi product again and wouldn’t recommend one to my worst enemy.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is available in 3 trim levels:

  • GS (4 styles)
  • GT (6 styles)
  • RS (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?

The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse owners.

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 85.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.1
  • Interior: 3.9
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.1
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