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Mitsubishi Eclipse

The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse offers good reliability with no reported recalls or complaints, but limited data means potential minor issues indicated by TSBs warrant careful inspection.

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Model-year guides

20122011
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Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
201217252013.849.4111.76
201117252013.849.4111.76

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrain
2012hatchback63.8PremiumAutomatic (S5)Front-Wheel Drive
2011hatchback63.8PremiumAutomatic (S5)Front-Wheel Drive

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearGVWR
2012Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2011Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearRated vehicletpms
20122012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 3 HB FWDstandard
20112011 Mitsubishi Eclipse 3 HB FWDstandard

Model year reports

2012

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Buyer's guide

The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse offers good reliability with no reported recalls or complaints, but limited data means potential minor issues indicated by TSBs warrant careful inspection.

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2011

Buyer's guide

The 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse presents a compelling option for buyers seeking sporty styling and decent performance, backed by an excellent public reliability verdict.

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Carfocal currently has 2 published Eclipse reports, covering 2011 through 2012. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse offers good reliability with no reported recalls or complaints, but limited data means potential minor issues indicated by TSBs warrant careful inspection.

Published year coverage: 2011, 2012.

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Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Mitsubishi Eclipse. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2012 mitsubishi eclipse offers good reliability with no reported recalls or complaints, but limited data means potential minor issues indicated by tsbs warrant careful inspection. and the 2012 mitsubishi eclipse presents a compelling value proposition for enthusiasts seeking sporty styling and decent performance without a premium price tag. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

2 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Across Carfocal's published Eclipse guides, recurring problem areas include Ignition Coil, Brake Pads, and Brake Rotors. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Ignition Coil, Brake Pads, and Brake Rotors.

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Supporting data
Published guides
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Years tracked
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Data sources
NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints