2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.52/5 Average
187 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

A new higher-performance Mitsubishi Eclipse joins the lineup for 2003. Dubbed the GTS, its 3.0-liter V6 has 10 more horses than the same engine found under the hood of the GT, and a number of luxury features justify its standing as the top Eclipse. A new front fascia along with revised front and rear light clusters round out the changes.

Pros:
  • Distinctive styling, plenty of standard equipment, V6 power in GT and GTS trim.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • Love to drive! - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    I LOVE my 03 GS, its everything I wanted in a car...fun to drive, cute, sporty, reliable, zippy, economical. Wish I had a longer commute to work. Does 55+ MPH "like buttah!"

  • Poorly built - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    My Eclipse is fun to drive, and a pretty good performer, but the build quality is extremely low. I noticed a ticking sound in the engine only after 8,000 miles. When I pressed the clutch in, the ticking goes away. The dealer said this is normal wearing of the clutch! Spoke to Mitshubishi directly, and they agreed. The clutch is obviously bad. Theyre just waiting for the warranty to expire (10,000 miles) before telling me I need to pay for a new clutch. Trying to get rid of this car ASPA. Creeking, squeeking, etc. Poor build quality. I was warned not to buy a Mitshubishi. Wish I took the advice.

  • Good Car! - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    Great Car, though I would probably recommend the GT or GTS for the bigger engine.

  • Best Car Under 5k - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    You can get these cars for very cheap. They are extremely nice. I got mine for 3,000 from a friend of the family, it couldve of easily been sold for 5,000 however. (Its really good condition) Mine has 137,000 miles on it. Its fast, Ive gotten it up to 150. Its good on gas. (Unless you shift at 5k RPM like me when im trying to impress my friends -- i can watch the gas gauge go down) 18-25mpg. Please put premium in this car, yes it matters. Look it up. When youre not hot rodding this car, it still turns heads. Very nice looking. If youre worried about your kid hot rodding it like me, get them the 4cyl. This car is great. Do your kid a favor, dont get him a grandma car. get an eclipse.

  • You Will Love the Eclipse GTS!! - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    This is a Fun sportscar...drives well...havent come upon anything I dont like with this car yet! It looks great, drives great! I just love it! Having owned a GT Eclipse in 98, this is a huge improvement...on style, driving ability...just all around a real fun car to drive!!

  • 2003 Eclipse GTS - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    It hauls ass! Very fast car for the money but i do suggest turbocharging it.

  • I LOVE MY GTS - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    My Eclipse GTS is the best car I have ever driven. I love the smooth ride and the persice handling. Everything is made so convient the controls to the radio are on the steering wheel and it has a 6 disc in dash cd changer. The sound quality of the stereo is superb. I love the way you feel when you get in and sink into those leather bucket seats.

  • Fun sports coupe - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    I wanted to buy my daughter the Eclipse in 2003, but opted for a "practical" 4 door vehicle. 4 years later, I helped her trade in the other vehicle for a red 03 Eclipse GTS (with only 20,000 miles). Its a sharp looking, great performing car. Made changes to the wheels (larger) and new wider Kumho tires. I own an 06 Eclipse GT (6M) and find it to be great. Now, Im glad to see her as an owner of the Eclipse she always wanted.

  • For the money spent, Im satisfied. - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    I bought a GS model and though I do have a couple minor complaints Im pretty well satisfied. I wanted a Celica but couldnt fit in one comfortably. The Eclipse is very comfy and easy on the back for anyone sitting in the front. Definitely not a 4 seater. Avoid 4 adult occupancy at all costs. The acceleration leaves something to be desired but is decent for a 4 cylinder. For the price I found this to be real good buy, styling and comfort were big for me and this car met those easily. I dont know why everyone rips on the interior. I personally like it. Beware of the blindspots! The rear left one can be quite a problem during the busy morning commute.

  • eclipse - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    The car itself is good. But its does not have that sporty feeling that your looking for in a car, it feels to soft and has body roll. The power of the car does not impress me at all, should be made abit faster. It is the nicest car out there.

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