Mitsubishi teases new compact crossover that could be called Eclipse
It could get a controversial name to go along with is mostly conventional shape.
It could get a controversial name to go along with is mostly conventional shape.
Forgive us for being wistful, but there was a time when Mitsubishi coupes and sports cars were the downright awesome. The 1990s brought us the all-wheel drive, turbocharged Eclipse GSX and the twin-turbocharged 3000GT VR-4 (seen here). The times, they were good.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse may very well be the Pontiac Fiero of our time. Whereas the old Poncho formerly served as the go-to platform for every Ferrari and Lamborghini replica gone awry, the Eclipse seems to have usurped that crown in the modern age. Need an example? Look no further t
It happens every year. We bid adieu to some cars and trucks that will be missed, and say good riddance to others wondering how they stayed around so long. Whether they're being killed off for slow sales or due to a new product coming along to replace them, the list of vehicles being discontinued after 2012 is surprisingly long and diverse.
Among Japanese automakers in the United States, Mitsubishi is largely relegated to "also ran status" alongside the likes of Subaru and Suzuki, and behind heavy-hitting rivals like Toyota, Honda and Nissan. The Diamond St
Mecum is set to auction off the very last Mitsubishi Eclipse ever produced at its Normal, Illinois plant.
Mitsubishi Eclipse – Click above for high-res image gallery
Click above for high-res gallery of the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
click either image for more shots of the updated 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse