The 1996 model-year entry of the Eclipse RS is one of the five coupe trims of the sports vehicle from Mitsubishi: placed above the basic Base, but below the GS, GS-T and GSX. It was released during the second generation of the Mitsubishi Eclipse's production cycle, which was considered better than the first cycle due to its longer and sleeker design.
Engines, Transmission and Fuel Economy
The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS has a 2.0-liter, 140-horsepower four-cylinder engine, with 133 feet-pounds of torque. A five-speed manual overdrive is standard on the vehicle, although a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive was made optional. With a gas tank capacity of 16.90 gallons, drivers of the 1996 Eclipse RS can expect a fuel economy of 22/32 mpg with a manual gearbox and 20/30 mpg with an automatic transmission.
Safety Features
Driver and passenger airbags are standard in the 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS. Other than that, the vehicle is rather bare on safety amenities, as there is an absence of features such as anti-lock braking system, power locks and traction control.
Interior Features
With a cabin big enough to seat up to four people, the 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS has air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering and a stereo system. Do not expect to find one with other popular stock features such as CD players, folding seats or power windows and sunroofs.
Exterior Features
Designed as a two-door coupe, the 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS rides on 14-inch wheels. Discounting the basic exterior features such as windshield wipers; rear window defogger; and head, tail and corner lights, the vehicle did not come from Mitsubishi with installed popular features for sports coupes such as rear spoilers, fog lamps and alloy wheels.
Price
The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS featured a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price or MSRP of $14,970 upon release. As of 2010, the Kelley Blue Book estimates its price value between $2,900 and $3,300.
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