Overview & Reviews

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.

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

User Reviews:

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  2003 Eclipse GT - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By finfan - December 27 - 10:00 am

  This is the second Mitsubishi Eclipse that I have bought in the past five years. This car is very reliable and its looks are great. One thing I do suggest is put some money away for a new stereo because the factory one is terrible. Also the v-6 is great but it is not as fast as the old turbos that were in the older Eclipses. Even with those things being said I still love this car. The new design is great and you will get some looks while driving in it.

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  I finally bought one - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By mb1982 - December 22 - 10:00 am

  Great packaging design on the elcipse good city car, plenty of room for two poeple in the front without felling cramped, unlike the previous iteration. Love the manual/automatic trany. Great power and handling. Interior fit and finish are good, however texture of the platics bits should be upgraded for a higher quaity appearance. Also have notice parting line flash on information pod located in the center of the dash. Exterior fit and finsh are good, door and deck lid seems are even, paint quality is good little to no orange peel on the extieor pieces. Not paint variation noted between metal and plastic painted parts (I have a white eclipse).

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  Follow up from 2011 review / 2014 comments - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By overboost007 - December 15 - 2:28 am

  Ok my 2003 GTS Eclipse V6 currently has 119000 miles. received Duralast Gold brake pads since I purchased it and 2 oil changes Mobile 1 synthentic and thats it. Now the BAD. The Flywheel and clutch went. Replaced them at Don Herring Mitsubishi in Plano Texas Thanks JT. Then the ABS light came on. Ill go to Auto Zone and get the Code and fix it myself. So far the second best used car I have owned next to my old 1999 Honda Accord CPE V6. AGAIN I do not race. The only upgrade is an INJEN Intake system. Hopefully I can trade it in next year for a 2011 Dodge Charger or challenger. But my 2003 MITS GTS is one of the best reliable used cars you can buy hands down.

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  Give this car more credit. - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By Gonzo - September 27 - 10:00 am

  Most car buying guides recommend a Celica over the Eclipse, and I have no idea why. I test drove both, and while the Celica has a little bit more get up and go at lower speeds, once you pass 55 it starts acting like its being tortured. The sun, sound and leather package is well worth the money, and the car remains comfortable even over long road trips (there wasnt enough room for my legs in the Celicas front passenger seat). The engine is well presented compared to the reservoir-covered Celica, and feels more like a sports car. The steering is very responsive, and the transmission is easy to manipulate. Im very happy with it.

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  Great! - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By stevend44 - September 4 - 10:00 am

  i love this car@

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  Mitsubishi Eclipse for me - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By crumptown - August 21 - 10:00 am

  I have driven several sports cars over the years and this one compares favorably to the rest. The handling is excellent and it seems to grip the road like a larger car. I was surprised to see it classified as a subcompact because it feels larger than that. All in all an excellent buy.

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  Underrated Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By kobo1d - August 16 - 8:26 pm

  Ive had my Eclipse GTS Automatic for a little over 4 years and it has been a very nice car. Bought used, still under factory bumper-to-bumper warranty, Ive driven it hard (currently at 67000 miles) and have had very little issues with it. The only problems with the car have been some electrical issues: The factory 6-CD player completely stopped working, refusing to play and making a horrible crunching sound constantly. Mitsubishi wanted $450 to fix it, so I just replaced it with an aftermarket setup. The switch for the passenger side window only rolls the window up, not down, so the passenger has to roll down their own window. Sunroof switch is touchy. And yes, the plastic scratches easy.

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  Enjoy Driving - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By Jeff S. Ross - August 8 - 2:00 am

  The acceleration will give you a rush. The sportronic 4 speed automatic with automatic overdrive is super, plenty of get up and go and when used as a manual, it is even more fun. Front seating is comfortable and roomy. Styling is super, this car will turn heads.

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  Mitsubishi need to fix this car - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By gseclipse03 - August 3 - 10:53 am

  Owned the car for almost 6 yrs, this is my send eclipse had a 94, the quality in product has gone down and if it wasnt paid off I would sell it cause with 70k miles it parts are breaking that shouldnt. I wouldnt buy another Mitsubishi

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  Not quite sure yet - 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
  By wpederson - July 6 - 10:00 am

  I just bought my 2003 Eclipse GT, it definitely is fun to drive and ZOOM ZOOM (wait, this isnt a Mazda) ANYWAY, it has been a fun car so far, nothing to complain about as of yet... EXCEPT, what car does not come with ABS these days? SHEESH! My last 4 cars have had ABS standard, and I assumed this one did too, but when I got it home from the dealership I noticed NO ABS!