2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Car Ratings, Comparisons, Reviews and Specs

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2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

MSRP: $25,949 - $29,149
Invoice: $24,561 - $27,589

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6.7

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Fuel Economy

16 City / 26 Hwy

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder2 Trims Available

PICTURE	TRIM	PRICE	ENGINE	FUEL ECONOMY
	GS	MSRP: $25,949 Invoice: $24,561	2.4L I4	19 City/26 Hwy
	GT	MSRP: $29,149 Invoice: $27,589	3.8L V6	16 City/25 Hwy

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Summary

The 2009 Eclipse Spyder is a 2-door, 4-passenger convertible, or convertible sports car, available in two trims, the GS and the GT. Upon introduction, the GS is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 162-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The GT is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter, V6, 265-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2009 Eclipse Spyder is freshened for 2009.

2009 Eclipse Spyder GS

MSRP	$25,949	2.4L I4	19 City/26 Hwy
Invoice:	$24,561	162@6000

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Power Door Locks

Selective Unlocking

Vehicle Anti-Lockout

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Front Power 294-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 262-mm Solid Disc Brakes

Electrical

12-Volt Battery

Front Power Outlet

Engines & Emissions

2.4-Liter, I4, MIVEC 16-Valve, SOHC, MPFI Engine; Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 162@6000, Torque Of 162@4000, Cast Iron Block and Alloy Cylinder Head

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

Pre-Programmed Equalizer

Radio Antenna

Rockford Fosgate(R) AM/FM Radio With 650-Watts, Speed Sensitive Volume and 9 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 6-Months Service)

Subwoofer

Exterior Lighting

Automatic Headlights With Automatic Off

Daytime Running Lights

Front Foglights

Halogen Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Color-Keyed Door Handles

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Color-Keyed Bumpers

Front Black Grille

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Manual Air Conditioning

Instrumentation

Cruise Control

Digital Clock

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio

Tachometer

Tire Pressure Monitor

Interior Lighting

Front Dual Map Lights

Trunk Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Leather Located On Shift Knob

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob

Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Panic Alarm and Trunk

Panic Alarm

Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote

Safety

Automatic Locking Retractors

Concealed Safety Rollbar

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

Front and Rear Crumple Zones

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Side Guard Door Beams

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Cloth Seats

Driver Manual Lumbar Support

Easy Entry Seat

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats, Driver Side Manually Adjusts 6-Ways Total, Passenger Side Manually Adjusts 4-Ways Total, With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Integral Headrests

Rear Bucket Seats

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

2 Front Cupholders Total

Coinholder

Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor

Front Dual Door Mounted Storage

Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox

Tonneau Cover

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Power Soft Convertible Top

Suspension

20-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

22-mm Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers

Transmission

5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 7.5-In.

Compact Spare Tire

SBRP225/50R17, All-Season Tires

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Color-Keyed Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Glass Rear Window On Convertible

Power Window Lockout/Override

Power Windows With Driver Side One-Touch Down

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Anti-Theft & Locks

(PIO) Wheel Locks

$49

Comments/Advisory

Alaska	$125
California	$0*
National	$0*

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

(PIO) iPod Adapter

$199

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

(PIO) Exhaust Finisher	$60
(PIO) Front and Rear Mud Guards	$110
(PIO) Sport Aero Kit	$1,299
(PIO) Wind Deflector For Convertibles	$450
Solar Pearlescent Premium Paint Charge	$150
Sunset Pearlescent Premium Paint Charge	$150

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

(PIO) All-Weather Floor Mats

$75

Special Package

(PIO) Accessory Package	$199
Leather Package	$1,000

Storage

(PIO) Cargo Organizer

$59

Transmission

Sportronic(R) 4-Speed Automatic Transmission

$1,000

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	3.43x3.94
Combined Fuel Economy	22
Compression	9.5:1
Cruising Range	389.4 miles
Cylinders	4
Displacement	2378 / 145
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	N/A
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	19 / 26
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	162@6000
Number of Valves	16
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	21.5
Standard Engine	2.4L I4
Standard Transmission	5 Speed Manual
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Single Overhead Cam

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	5 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR)	5 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity	17.7
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	76
Passenger Volume (MFR)	76.1 cu. ft.
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Front Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	40
Steering Diameter Right	40
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	50
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	17 in.
Tire Width	225 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	39.6
Headroom (Row 2)	35.7
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	53.7
Hiproom (Row 2)	40.3
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	42.8
Legroom (Row 2)	27.7
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	4
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	4
Shoulder Room (Front)	54.2
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	40
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	Not Listed
Tow Capacity (Standard)	Not Listed

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3510
Curb Weight MT	3477
Doors (Maximum)	2
Doors (Standard)	2
Ground Clearance	5.8
Height	54.4
Length	180.4
Top Type (Optional)	N/A
Top Type (Standard)	Soft Removable, complete
Track (Front)	61.8
Track (Rear)	61.8
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	58
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	42
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	58
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	42
Wheelbase	101.4
Width	72.2

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	N/A / N/A
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	U.S.A.

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	Standard
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	N/A

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	N/A
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	Standard
Safety Rollbar	Standard
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	Not Listed
Selective Locking / Unlocking	Standard
Valet Lockout	Not Listed
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	Standard
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	N/A
Wheel Locks	Optional

Basic

60,000 miles / 60 months

Basic New Vehicle Limited Warranty(Unavailable on Lancer RalliArt Models)

Powertrain

100,000 miles / 120 months

Powertrain Limited Warranty (Unavailable on Lancer RalliArt Models)

Rust

100,000 miles / 84 months

Outer body panel rust-through protection is 84 months/100,000 miles. Raider rust corrosion coverage is 84 months/60,000 miles.

Safety Restraint

60,000 miles / 60 months

Includes seatbelts and airbags.

Original Battery

Unlimited miles / 24 months

Free replacement during first 24 months/unlimited miles; 50% reimbursement for after the 24th month, but before the 37th month of service.

Adjustments

12,000 miles / 12 months

Covers service adjustments such as tire balancing and wheel alignment.

Towing

Unlimited miles / 60 months

Towing is available for any breakdown covered under either Basic or Powertrain Warranties.

2009 Eclipse Spyder GT

MSRP	$29,149	3.8L V6	16 City/25 Hwy
Invoice:	$27,589	265@5750

Specs and Features

Standard Features Options Safety Warranty

Anti-Theft & Locks

Power Door Locks

Selective Unlocking

Vehicle Anti-Lockout

Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

Braking & Traction

4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes

Active Stability Control (ASC) Vehicle Stability Control System

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Front Power 294-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 284-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes

Traction Control

Electrical

12-Volt Battery

Front Power Outlet

Engines & Emissions

3.8-Liter, V6, MIVEC 24-Valve, SOHC, MPFI Engine, Front Mounted With Horsepower Of 265@5750, Torque Of 262@4500, Cast Iron Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

Pre-Programmed Equalizer

Radio Antenna

Rockford Fosgate(R) AM/FM Radio With 650-Watts, Speed Sensitive Volume and 9 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (Includes 6-Months Service)

Subwoofer

Exterior Lighting

Automatic Headlights With Automatic Off

Daytime Running Lights

Front Foglights

High Intensity Discharge Headlights

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

Color-Keyed Door Handles

Front Air Dam

Front and Rear Color-Keyed Bumpers

Front Black Grille

GT V6 Badge

Metallic Paint (If Selected)

Polished Exhaust Pipes

Rear Spoiler

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Manual Air Conditioning

Instrumentation

Compass

Cruise Control

Digital Clock

Exterior Temperature Gauge

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio

Tachometer

Tire Pressure Monitor

Interior Lighting

Front Dual Map Lights

Illuminated Entry Includes Ignition Key Surround

Trunk Light

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area

Front Carpeted Floor Mats

Leather Located On Shift Knob

Remote Controls & Remote Releases

Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob

Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Panic Alarm and Trunk

Panic Alarm

Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote

Safety

Automatic Locking Retractors

Concealed Safety Rollbar

Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts

Front and Rear Crumple Zones

Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters

Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor

Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment

Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags With Head Protection

Side Guard Door Beams

Trunk Anti-Trap Device

Seats

Cloth Seats

Driver Manual Lumbar Support

Easy Entry Seat

Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats, Driver Side Manually Adjusts 6-Ways Total, Passenger Side Manually Adjusts 4-Ways Total, With Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Integral Headrests

Rear Bucket Seats

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering

Tilt Steering Column

Storage

2 Front Cupholders Total

Coinholder

Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor

Front Dual Door Mounted Storage

Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox

Tonneau Cover

Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top

Power Soft Convertible Top

Suspension

21-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

22-mm Front Stabilizer Bar

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers

Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers

Transmission

6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Dual Final Drive Ratio 3.77; 3.24

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8-In.

Compact Spare Tire

SBRP235/45R18, All-Season Tires

Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Dual Color-Keyed Folding Power Adjustable Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

Front Dual Sunvisors

Glass Rear Window On Convertible

Power Window Lockout/Override

Power Windows With Driver Side One-Touch Down

Rear Window Defroster

Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Anti-Theft & Locks

(PIO) Wheel Locks

$49

Comments/Advisory

Alaska	$125
National	$0*

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation

(PIO) iPod Adapter

$199

Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish

(PIO) Front and Rear Mud Guards	$110
(PIO) Sport Aero Kit	$1,299
(PIO) Wind Deflector For Convertibles	$450
Solar Pearlescent Premium Paint Charge	$150
Sunset Pearlescent Premium Paint Charge	$150

Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering

(PIO) All-Weather Floor Mats

$75

Special Package

(PIO) Accessory Package	$199
GT Premium Sport Package	$2,000

Storage

(PIO) Cargo Organizer

$59

Transmission

Sportronic(R) 5-Speed Automatic Transmission

$1,000

Engine

Battery Output	N/A
Bore X Stroke	3.74x3.54
Combined Fuel Economy	19
Compression	10.5:1
Cruising Range	336.3 miles
Cylinders	6
Displacement	3828 / 234
Electric HorsePower BHP	N/A
Electric HorsePower RPM	N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound	N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM	N/A
EPA Class	N/A
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt	N/A
Final Drive Ratio	No
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy	16 / 25
Fuel Type System	Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected
Horsepower @RPM	265@5750
Number of Valves	24
Overdrive Transmission	Yes
Power to Weight Ratio	13.9
Standard Engine	3.8L V6
Standard Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Supercharged	No
Torque @RPM	N/A
Turbo (Yes/No)	No
Valves Configuration	Single Overhead Cam

Capacity and Volume

Box/Cargo Height	N/A
Box/Cargo Length	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall)	N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel)	N/A
Cargo Volume (EPA)	5 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR)	5 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity	17.7
GVWR Maximum	N/A
GVWR Standard	N/A
Passenger Volume (EPA)	76
Passenger Volume (MFR)	76.1 cu. ft.
Payload Maximum	N/A
Payload Standard	N/A

Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires

Brakes (Front)	Disc
Brakes (Rear)	Disc
Driveline	Front Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt)	N/A
Steering	Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left	40
Steering Diameter Right	40
Suspension (Front)	Independent
Suspension (Rear)	Independent
Tire Aspect Ratio	45
Tire Construction	Radial
Tire Type	Passenger
Tire wheel Diameter	18 in.
Tire Width	235 mm

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front)	39.6
Headroom (Row 2)	35.7
Headroom (Row 3)	N/A
Hiproom (Front)	53.7
Hiproom (Row 2)	40.3
Hiproom (Row 3)	N/A
Legroom (Front)	42.8
Legroom (Row 2)	27.7
Legroom (Row 3)	N/A
Seating (Maximum)	4
Seating (Optional)	N/A
Seating (Standard)	4
Shoulder Room (Front)	54.2
Shoulder Room (Row 2)	40
Shoulder Room (Row 3)	N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum)	Not Listed
Tow Capacity (Standard)	Not Listed

Exterior Dimensions and Weight

Curb Weight AT	3754
Curb Weight MT	3688
Doors (Maximum)	2
Doors (Standard)	2
Ground Clearance	6.1
Height	54.7
Length	180.4
Top Type (Optional)	N/A
Top Type (Standard)	Soft Removable, complete
Track (Front)	61.8
Track (Rear)	61.8
Weight Distribution AT (Front)	60
Weight Distribution AT (Rear)	40
Weight Distribution MT (Front)	60
Weight Distribution MT (Rear)	40
Wheelbase	101.4
Width	72.2

Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin

Crash Test Rating	N/A / N/A
Sales Volume	N/A
Where Built	U.S.A.

Airbags

Driver Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag	Standard
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	Standard
Passenger Airbag	Standard
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor	Standard
Second Row Side Airbag	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A
Side Head Curtain Airbags	N/A

General Safety Features

Child Safety Door Locks	N/A
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A
Panic Button or Alarm	Standard
Safety Rollbar	Standard
Side Guard Door Beams	Standard
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	Standard

Theft Prevention

Locking Fuel Filler Door or Gap	Not Listed
Selective Locking / Unlocking	Standard
Valet Lockout	Not Listed
Vehicle Anti-Lockout Device	Standard
Vehicle Theft Tracking / Notification	N/A
Wheel Locks	Optional

Basic

60,000 miles / 60 months

Basic New Vehicle Limited Warranty(Unavailable on Lancer RalliArt Models)

Powertrain

100,000 miles / 120 months

Powertrain Limited Warranty (Unavailable on Lancer RalliArt Models)

Rust

100,000 miles / 84 months

Outer body panel rust-through protection is 84 months/100,000 miles. Raider rust corrosion coverage is 84 months/60,000 miles.

Safety Restraint

60,000 miles / 60 months

Includes seatbelts and airbags.

Original Battery

Unlimited miles / 24 months

Free replacement during first 24 months/unlimited miles; 50% reimbursement for after the 24th month, but before the 37th month of service.

Adjustments

12,000 miles / 12 months

Covers service adjustments such as tire balancing and wheel alignment.

Towing

Unlimited miles / 60 months

Towing is available for any breakdown covered under either Basic or Powertrain Warranties.

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