2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

The Eclipse Spyder is offered in two trim levels: the GT and the GS, powered by 3.8-liter V6 and 2.4-liter 4-cylinder MIVEC engines, respectively.

For the Spyder GS, Mitsubishi mates an inline-four to either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic. Producing a maximum output of 162 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 162 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. The GS fuel efficiency of 26 mpg in highway driving and 19 mpg in city situations.

The more powerful Spyder GT combines a 3.8-liter V6 MIVEC engine with either a six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic. For 2009, a 2 hp and 2 lb-ft bump courtesy of a dual exhaust system puts the new engine at 265 horsepower at 5750 rpm and 262 pound-feet of torque at 4500 rpm, enabling the Spyder GT to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in about seven seconds.

ENGINE

Engine Type

Gas I4

Displacement

2.4L/145

Fuel System

MPI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

162 @ 6000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

162 @ 4000

TRANSMISSION

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Type

5

Trans Description Cont.

Manual w/OD

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.58

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

1.95

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.38

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.03

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.77

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.36

Clutch Size (in)

- TBD -

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

4.31