2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 5AT
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- Photo: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT in Satin Meisai Pearl, Front Left, 10-08-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Eclipse 3.8 V6 GT (53150364878) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Eclipse PS Northstar White 01 by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT in Satin Meisai Pearl, Rear Left, 10-08-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Eclipse DK4A 3.8 GT V6 Quick Silver Pearl - rear by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 5AT is a 263-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $24,599 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 263 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Eclipse measures 179.7 inches long on a 101.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,472 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,599 ($39,656 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8-liter SOHC 24-valve MIVEC V6 (6G75) |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 263 hp @ 5,750 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 24-valve MIVEC |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 90.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronically-controlled sequential multi-point injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic (Sportronic) |
| 1st Gear | 3.789 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.162 (70 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.421 (106 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1 (150 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.686 (219 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.117 |
| Final Drive | 3.325 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 17.7 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with offset coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link with coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 22 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 21 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 40 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Dual-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.2 in ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 17-inch |
| Tires Front | 225/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | 225/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179.7 in |
| Width | 72.2 in |
| Height | 53.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in |
| Front Track | 61.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,472 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.7 in |
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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
| Service Brakes | 71 |
| Hydraulic | 16 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Tires | 5 |
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.