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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Used 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

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1998
Fuel Economy
22 - 24 combined mpg
Horsepower
138 - 210 hp
Engine
3 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
  • 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
  • 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
5.1 - 16.6 cu ft
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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Overview

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Pricing

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse pricing starts at $2,339 for the Eclipse RS Coupe 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $17,775 when new. The range-topping 1998 Eclipse GS-T Spyder Convertible 2D starts at $2,695 today, originally priced from $27,080.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
RS Coupe 2D
$17,775
$2,339
$20,171
$2,319
$22,311
$2,492
$22,380
$2,278
$25,740
$2,324
$27,080
$2,695

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Eclipse Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Mitsubishi Eclipse (1995-1999) a 4.2 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 88% recommend it. These figures are based on 399 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse

"Mitsubishi car"

"My experience with this car was great ! It was given to me in 2010 and I had it for several years . I finally had to junk it in 2016 ! It was like a part of the family ! I miss it dearly I plan on getting another one ! Soon hopefully a stick shift I would prefer the color blue ."

"Classic Drifting Ready Spyder"

"Needs the power steering pump replaced and then this classic near mint condition convertible with extremely LOW mileage for the manufactured year, is ready for summer cruising; including 6 speaker Pioneer in dash AM/FM CD USB receiving that rocks. Very fun car!! Ultra White w/ Black Cloth top is stunning!!"

"fun cheap car"

"this car does have its problems but if you have the money to restore it, it can be a great car to have!"

Overall 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse quality a 4.3 out of 5.

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Reliability

The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.3 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 Eclipse Features

According to drivers of the 1998 Eclipse, here are some of its best features:

  • Great !
  • Good looking, head turner
  • Great looking,good gas saver,fast
  • Sporty & fun to drive.
  • Very Fun to Drive, If you enjoy Fast driving

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG by Trim

1998 Eclipse GS-T Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 29 MPG

1998 Eclipse GS Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 30 MPG

1998 Eclipse GSX Coupe 2D - city 19 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1998 Eclipse RS Coupe 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 30 MPG

1998 Eclipse GS Spyder Convertible 2D - city 19 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Eclipse GS-T Spyder Convertible 2D - city 20 MPG - hwy 29 MPG

1998 Eclipse Safety

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.2
Consumer Rating
Based on 399 Consumer Reviews
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88%Recommend this vehicle
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Value
4.3
Performance
4.5
Quality
4.3
Comfort
4.2
Reliability
4.3
Styling
4.6

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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
RS Coupe 2D
$2,339
24 MPG
140 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
16.6 cu ft
130 lb-ft
2754 lbs
GS Coupe 2D
$2,319
24 MPG
140 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
16.6 cu ft
130 lb-ft
2842 lbs
GS-T Coupe 2D
$2,278
23 MPG
210 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
16.6 cu ft
214 lb-ft
2921 lbs
GSX Coupe 2D
$2,324
22 MPG
210 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
13.5 cu ft
214 lb-ft
3157 lbs
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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Depreciation

A 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse has depreciated $262 or 13% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,719 and trade-in value of $838.

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1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $220
$1,981
$1,065
2023
$90
$1,891
$937
2024
$56
$1,835
$868
Now
$116
$1,719
$838
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2754 lbs.
EPA Passenger
79.1 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
95.7 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
15.9 gallons
Front Head Room
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room
43.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
4
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.0 inches
Overall Length
172.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
53.1 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
16.6 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
38.1 feet
Wheel Base
98.8 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
3726 lbs.
Payload Capacity
1690 lbs.
Width with mirrors
68.3 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
20 mpg
Highway
30 mpg
Combined
24 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
140 @ 6000 RPM
Torque
130 @ 4800 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Safety

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Front Side
1.0

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Price
$2,339
$1,699
$1,866
$2,045
Consumer Rating
4.2
4.5
4.1
3.9
Fuel Economy
City 20/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG
City 25/Hwy 35/Comb 29 MPG
City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG
City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity4545
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
140 @ 6000 RPM
115 @ 6000 RPM
130 @ 5750 RPM
140 @ 5600 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 16V, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Rankings

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Is 1998 a good year for a Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Eclipse is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse 1998 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Eclipse is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse gets 20 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.

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