2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse SE-V6 5AT
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The 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse SE-V6 5AT is a 263-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $29,599 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 25 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 | $29,599 ($44,680 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $30,224 ($45,624 *) |
| Destination Charge | $625 |
| 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 (71 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.421 (108 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1 (153 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.686 (223 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.117 |
| Final Drive | 3.325 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 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 | 18-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 18-inch |
| Tires Front | 235/45R18 |
| Tires Rear | 235/45R18 |
| 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 (2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2008 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
71 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE
Owner Complaints
71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Mitsubishi ECLIPSE (9 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 58 |
| Hydraulic | 8 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
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 2008 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.