The Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is a convertible version of the Eclipse coupe. In most regards, the Spyder provides a similar driving and ownership experience to the coupe, which means sleek styling, four-passenger seating, a powerful available V6 and a reasonable amount of comfort.
With the Spyder in the affordable convertible segment, Mitsubishi has taken a balanced approach. With nimble and sporty two-seat roadsters on one end of the spectrum and four-seat family-sedan-based convertibles on the other, the Eclipse sits comfortably in the middle. Historically, the Spyder's closest competitors have been convertible pony cars such as the Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang.
With the Spyder in the affordable convertible segment, Mitsubishi has taken a balanced approach. With nimble and sporty two-seat roadsters on one end of the spectrum and four-seat family-sedan-based convertibles on the other, the Eclipse sits comfortably in the middle. Historically, the Spyder's closest competitors have been convertible pony cars such as the Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang.
Power on the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is a 162-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder, paired with four-speed automatic, or an optional 265-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 with five-speed shiftable automatic transmission. That far exceeds the power rating of six-cylinder offerings from Ford Mustang and Lexus IS 250. The Eclipse Spyder achieve 16-19 mpg in town and 24-26 on the highway. Delicious powertrain is covered by 10 years, 100,000 miles warranty, which far exceeds what is offered for the Ford Mustang and Nissan 370Z.
Interior room is highlighted by 27.8 inches rear legroom, which really undermine the Nissan 370Z convertible (which has no rear seat) and the Lexus IS 250 convertible. A power retractable convertible top with glass rear window opens to display the cloth seats, remote power door locks, air conditioning, leather wrapped steering wheel, a rockin 'Rockford Fosgate sound system with 650 watts of power and Sirius Satellite Radio. A spy camera is also standard equipment on base models. GT model, equipped with V-6 engines, including leather seats.
anti-lock brakes with traction and stability control systems, help the driver avoid any possible accidents. Dual front and side airbags front occupants in the front crash cushions and sturdy chassis to handle residual protection. No crash test ratings are available for both Eclipse coupe or convertible trim for the year 2009 or 2010 model.
Slide in, buckle your seatbelt, turned the key and hold - you'll have fun, fun, fun 'til your daddy takes Eclipse to go. The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is ready for your trip to the beach or play your favorite mountain road.
The original Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder was available from 1996-'99 and corresponded to the second-generation coupe. The GS model had an unremarkable 141-hp four-cylinder engine, but the turbocharged GS-T was capable of 205 hp -- an impressive number in its day. A five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic were offered. The Spyder's top was a particularly nice one, with excellent insulation, one-touch power operation and a heated, but very small, glass rear window. Rearward vision was compromised severely when the top was up, but the rear seat was retained and the car's structural integrity was impressive.
Consumers interested in these earlier Eclipse Spyder models should be aware that reliability was not their strong suit. Accordingly, it is particularly important to make sure that the car has been well-maintained.
Consumers interested in these earlier Eclipse Spyder models should be aware that reliability was not their strong suit. Accordingly, it is particularly important to make sure that the car has been well-maintained.
