Overview
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback is a compact hatchback offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $15,695. For that price, it indirectly competes with the more powerful rivals from the midsize coupe segment like Hyundai Genesis Coupe, the Ford Mustang, and the Chevrolet Camaro. Between the 4 trims, the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.4L Inline-4 engine making 162 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 265 horsepower-making 3.8L V6 engine. The inline 4 engine comes mated with a 5-speed manual transmission and gets a 4-speed automatic as optional. On the other hand, the 3.8L offers a 5-speed automatic transmission as standard. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback reaches 60 mph from zero in 9.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.9 seconds with the V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 23 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 6 striking colors the Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback comes in really pull you towards itself.
