1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.30/5 Average
46 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The GSX gets a standard sunroof, power driver seat and remote keyless entry.

Pros:
  • The 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse features sleek styling, comfortable front seats, great cargo space.
Cons:
  • Puny back seat and harsh ride.

User Reviews:

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  • Turrrrrbo - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    great little car, other than planned maint. I have had no problems with this car.

  • mitsubishi 98 eclispse RS - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    good reliable car, keep the oil change going, spark plugs go out real fast when it gets old, turning angle is not good

  • Fun to drive, great on gas, looks good!! - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    This is a really fun car to drive. Looks really nice and fun to modify. The engine has some kick after massaged a bit with intake and exhaust. The interior is great, has a cockpit like feel. The shelves...I mean seats in the back have very little practicality. Three passengers means you will be hugging the steering wheel. Decent trunk space for such a tiny car. Handles well but horrible in snow. Spectacular gas mileage especially on the highway. On my drive home from school I can go 250 miles on a little more than half tank. Have had couple problems here and there. Nothing too expensive to fix though. Overall a fun car to drive and looks great.

  • not bad at all so far - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    I have had the car for about 7 months so far and have had one minor problem with it and that was with the check engine light. it was just a simple replacement of the gas cap. the car moves for a a heavy 4 cyc but i wish it had a little more pep (and i have the manual). since ive lowered it and added 18" rims and tires with a strut bar it handles WAY BETTER. I would would recommend this car. the car is definately a head turner.

  • Great car for teens - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    This was the car I was given on my 16th birthday, and I had only been driving three and a half months, when one day while driving home I stopped for a yellow light and thought the semi-truck behind me had enough room, it didnt I was rear-ended while the truck was going about 45 mph. Both my sister and I were fine with only minor aches and pains and if someone had been in the back seat of my car they would have been doing better. I would completely buy this car again.

  • Good car overall - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    Ive had my maroon Eclipse GS for almost a year. Ive had only minor problems with it. The check engine light came on which had to do with recalled spark plugs, etc. My door handle also broke off, which was kinda pricey, but oh well. Im 21 so this is the perfect college car for me. Its great for the city, and has some pep on the highway. I only wish it had a little more hp and a larger engine, preferably a V6.

  • 2nd Eclipse - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    This is my second Eclipse and I couldnt be happier. I drove an SUV in between the two, and I loved that car, but you cant beat the gas mileage of a 5 speed eclipse! I cant wait until the new ones come out this summer...

  • Eclipse GST - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    This car is absolutely the biggest bag for the buck that you could get back in 1998. This car excelerates fast, corners well, and has nice smooth engine sounds.

  • My Greatfirst car - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    Tis is my first car and i love it. I wish it was a bit fast ,but of course that keeps me out of trouble!

  • Eclipse - gone bad - 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    With only 78000 miles and great care this car just cost me $2000 for head gasket and valve repair. The shop stated that the design was flawed and a known issue with Mitsubishi.

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