2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Coupe received a complete redesign for 2006, giving it a more daring exterior and countless mechanical improvements. Two trim levels are offered -- the basic GS model, and the more powerful GT iteration.

The GS model's 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is unchanged and teamed with a 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 4-speed automatic. It produces 162 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 162 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm.

The GT's 3.8-liter V6 gets a dual exhaust for 2009, and now produces 265 horsepower at 5750 rpm, and 262 pound-feet of peak torque at 4500 rpm, a bump of 2 for each. The motor is matched to a standard 6-speed manual transmission or optional 5-speed automatic. Both engines employ MIVEC variable valve timing to help optimize efficiency and power across the engine's powerband.

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