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2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 4AT

The 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 4AT is a 162-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,299 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 162 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Eclipse measures 179.7 inches long on a 101.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,274 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,299 ($32,724 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.4-liter SOHC 16-valve MIVEC I4 (4G69)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower162 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 16-valve MIVEC
Bore and Stroke87.0 x 100.0
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Injection TypeElectronically-controlled sequential multi-point injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (Sportronic)
1st Gear2.842 (42 mph **)
2nd Gear1.573 (75 mph **)
3rd Gear1 (119 mph **)
4th Gear0.688 (173 mph **)
Reverse2.214
Final Drive4.212
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Tank Capacity17.7 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with offset coil springs
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link with coil springs
Front Stabilizer Bar22 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar20 mm
Turning Diameter40 ft
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersDual-piston
Front Brake Disc11.6 in ventilated
Rear Brake Disc10.3 in solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17-inch
Wheels Rear17-inch
Tires Front225/50R17
Tires Rear225/50R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length179.7 in
Width72.2 in
Height53.5 in
Wheelbase101.4 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Ground Clearance5.8 in
Curb Weight3,274 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.5 in
Legroom Front42.8 in
Shoulder Room Front54.2 in
Hip Room Front53.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2-DR).

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 2, 2015 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 20, 2005, to February 13, 2009, and 2007-2009 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured December 23, 2005, to February 13, 2009. Due to corrosion inside the antil-lock brake system (ABS) unit, one or more of the internal valves may seize. In a braking event that uses the ABS, a seized valve would increase brake pedal travel and reduce braking ability.

Consequence: A sudden reduction of braking performance may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, flush and clean the ABS hydraulic unit using high grade brake fluid, free of charge. If the inspection shows that the valves may seize, the ABS unit will be replaced. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-004.

NHTSA campaign 15V337000

Sep 9, 2008 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED DURING A METAL STAMPING PROCESS. THE PROCESS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE METAL TO HAVE A SPLIT IN THE AREA WHERE THE BOLT THAT HOLDS ONE OF THE TWO FUEL TANK STRAPS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE IS LOCATED. IN THE EVENT THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO A SEVERE COLLISION, THE BRACKET MAY BREAK AND ALLOW THE FUEL TANK TO DROP DOWN, POSSIBLY CAUSING A FUEL LEAK.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT CAP, A SPECIAL STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE, AND A RIVET TO REINFORCE THE FUEL TANK MOUNTING BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

NHTSA campaign 08V454000

Jun 27, 2005 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, ONE OF FOUR SEALS INSIDE THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IMPROPERLY. AS A RESULT, THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY UNEXPECTEDLY BY-PASS HYDRAULIC BRAKING FORCE PRESSURE AND ALLOW A LONGER THAN NORMAL PEDAL STROKE.

Consequence: SHOULD THIS CONDITION OCCUR, THE BRAKING DISTANCE REQUIRED TO STOP THE VEHICLE MAY INCREASE AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN JUNE 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

NHTSA campaign 05V299000

Jun 2, 2005 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH A DEFECTIVE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY.

Consequence: THE BOOSTER BODY COULD SEPARATE DUE TO IMPROPER CRIMP JOINTS, RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON MAY 24, 2005, TO STOP DRIVING THEIR VEHICLES AND ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE FOR A LOANER VEHICLE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

NHTSA campaign 05V247000

99 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE

Owner Complaints

99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE (9 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes71
Hydraulic16
Air Bags11
Power Train6
Structure5
Tires5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 24, 2025 · Service Brakes
“Vehicle went in for repair in March of 2025 for an open recall for the brakes. 3 months later the vehicle is experiencing brake issues related to a brake booster/master cylinder that was also…”
Jul 24, 2025 · Service Brakes
“We recently went to the dealership to have a recalled brake booster fixed and the brake booster is failing again.”
Feb 9, 2025 · Service Brakes
“My in insurance has a recall page and when I went on there. My car was on there for ABS. My ABS light been on since I got the car 6 months ago”
Mar 9, 2022 · Service Brakes
“There was a previous recall on the anti braking system. Prior to the recall I had noticed that the ABS light was always coming on & I also noticed the brakes were at times seemed to be grabbing metal…”
Nov 22, 2021 · Structure
“As with the early 2000's recall the paint (Clear coat) on Kalapana Black (Code X13) has started to peel off and Mitsubishi refused to address the issue. My vehicle has less than 75k miles and has been…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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