The 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse was released during the sports car's third generation of its production cycle as its first model-year entry. The 2001 Eclipse has five trims: the GS Spyder and GT Spyder for its convertible version, and the RS, GS and GT for its coupe version. The 2001 Eclipse, although popular like its third-generation siblings, is not as big or refined as later entries.
Engine and Transmission
While the RS and GS trims have the 2.4-liter, 147 horsepower four-cylinder engine, with some of them having engines with seven less horses, the GT trims have the 3-liter 200 horsepower V-6 engine. The transmission choices include a five-speed automatic and four-speed manual with overdrive.
Fuel Economy
With tanks that can hold up to 16.4 gallons of gas, fuel economy varies according to trim, transmission and engine. The RS and GS trims with the 140-horsepower engine and manual transmission get the best gas mileage, at 22 mpg for city driving and 30 mpg for highway driving. The GT trims have the comparatively worst gas mileage, at 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
Safety Features
The 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse has power door locks and driver and passenger airbags. Not made available, though, are many other popular safety amenities such as anti-lock brakes, vehicle anti-theft systems and traction control.
Interior Features
With seating and room designed for up to four people, the 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse comes with power windows, air conditioning, a stereo system with AM/FM/CD player and tilt steering. All trims save for the RS coupe have cruise control. The upholstery is either in beige or black cloth.
Exterior Features
The 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse, as coupe or convertible, is a two-door car. Although all trims come with factory alloy wheels, they differ in size. Those of the RS are 15 inches, the GS trims are 16 inches, and the GT trims are 17 inches. Save for the customary lights, windshield wipers and occasional rear spoiler, the 2001 Eclipse is rather bare when it comes to special or extra exterior features.
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