Car financing: 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.5 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 245.5 g/km | 263 g/km | 271.7 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.28 | $19.60 | $17.98 | $20.65 |
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 3.0 L | 2.4 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 | 25 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,975 | US$3,900 | US$3,300 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,256 | $3,920 | $3,596 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels (38), structure (20) and tires (8). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V338000 | 2015-06-02 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February... |
| 04V428000 | 2004-09-01 | equipment:other:labels | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the Eclipse
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels, structure and tires; have those parts checked.
Reading the spec sheet
It runs the 2.4L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Plan on about 32 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 10.5 L/100 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $16.28, and a 300 km weekend about $48.84. The EPA estimates US$2,975 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
The Eclipse in everyday use
As a small car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Its 481 litre trunk is enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who it is for
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Try before you buy
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Try the Eclipse on your commute, then decide.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.28 in fuel. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Ask us
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse from us first.
Ask us about the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,975 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3256.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.