2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 5MT
The 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 5MT is a 162-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,099 MSRP and is rated at 23 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 28 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Eclipse measures 180.4 inches long on a 101.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,274 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,099 ($30,453 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $20,749 ($31,438 *) |
| Destination Charge | $650 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4-liter SOHC 16-valve MIVEC I4 (4G69) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 162 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 16-valve MIVEC |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.0 x 100.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronically-controlled sequential multi-point injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.583 (37 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.947 (69 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.379 (97 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 (130 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.767 (175 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.63 |
| Final Drive | 3.722 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| 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 | 20 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 40 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Dual-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.3 in solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 17-inch |
| Tires Front | 225/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | 225/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.4 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 | 3,274 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.7 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline