2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Car Price & Review
Tokyo-based multinational automaker Mitsubishi Motors, has unwrapped the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse model. Mitsubishi has announced its plans to stop Eclipse production after 2012. In an attempt to memorialize this sad decisive moment in a car’s history, the company is launching a Special Edition (SE) trim package.
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, initially unveiled in 1989 was designed specifically for left hand drive traffic markets. This 2 and 4 door family coupe is a sports car with 4 trim levels (GS, GT, SE & SE-V6). The latest 2012 model is conceived as a well-designed and affordable sports car. Both Eclipse Coupe and Eclipse Spyder models are available.
Design Overview Of 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
The newest SE model is distinct for its arresting exterior visual-enhancing elements. The car features a unique ‘SE’ side label, black side mirrors and striking 18-inch dark finish alloy wheels. The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse’s hardtop and convertible models are equipped with an all-embracing range of standard features. The car also features all-weather floor mats, alloy fuel door, sport aero kit, cargo mat, cargo net, cargo organizer etc.
Designers have carefully crafted a fluid car body, which is enviously attractive. The car is outfitted with all modern amenities such as 4-speed automatic transmission, tilt-only steering wheel, fine leather seating, Bluetooth hands-free phone access, cruise control etc. The 4-speed automatic transmission is integrated with an adaptive controller attached to a computer. This devise rapidly discovers driver’s habits and helps in controlling shift patterns that will perfectly match with his/her driving style.
Other amenities included in the car are full power accessories, HID headlights, heated side mirrors, variable intermittent wipers, heater leather front seats, air conditioning, keyless entry, and Rockford Fosgate audio system with SIRIUS satellite radio. The coupe version of the Eclipse GS-Sport comes with a functional power sunroof too.
Overall, the car flaunts a very tempting, curvaceous design which is demonstrated lavishly in the daringly arcing roofline and fenders. The well-formed rear end is another aspect that accentuates the car’s rounded flavor.
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Technical Overview
The basic GS model is powered by a standard 2.4-liter engine with the capacity to deliver 20-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. Besides a standard 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive, a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optionally available.
The GT model comes with a standard 3.8-liter engine with the capacity to deliver 17-mpg in the urban roads and 25-mpg on the highways. The model is outfitted with Mitsubishi’s signature sports coupe. The safety features of the new 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse and Eclipse Spyder comprise an advanced supplemental restraint system (SRS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), ABS brakes on all wheels, stability control and front chair side-impact airbags.
Front side curtain airbags front are featured in coupe models and a unique superior side airbags that protect the head of travelers are featured in Spyder. The car also features an anti-theft alarm system.
Price Of 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
The model starts at just $19,499. The new dynamically and exotically-styled 2011 Eclipse model integrated with all the fun-to-drive elements and extended equipment range is sure to be a head-turner.
