I own a 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS with manual transmission. I have owned two Eclipses in the past, a 1991 and a 2001 (Both with 4 cylinder engines). I have seen the Eclipse evolve to become a more sophisticated vehicle, displaying better handling and sporting better quality interiors from one generation to the next. I read many reviews before purchasing this car and I was aware that many reviewers thought that the 4 cylinder engine didn't provide enough performance. I have to disagree, at least with the 5 speed manual version of the car, the 4 cylinder engine performs well. ...of course, this is not a muscle car or a M3, but what it does it does it well. Good passing speed, great engine sound for a 4 cylinder and nice acceleration from stand still. The exterior looks of the 4th generation Eclipse are rather impressive and exotic. The car feels well made and sturdy. The sheet metal is of a higher grade than for example the Mitsubishi Lancer. What will I like to see improved: 1- An auxiliary input for an MP3 player/iPod/GPS audio 2- Lumbar support for the passenger seat 3- The option to switch the digital speed readout from Km to Miles 4- GPS option

I loved the style and speed of the car. Sound system is fantastic. It goes where I need it to go and does it fast! It was so fun to drive! It was a little small for my family so we are getting something bigger.

The Eclipse is a fantastic looking car that drives well and is a great ride. The seats are comfortable and the interior is great looking espacialy at night. I have driven the Automatic and ended up buying the manual it's much faster.

I love my Eclipse GS. I had a 4cyl 5spd! It handled great! The only time it was not so great was in the winter. I bought winter tires and still had difficulty making it up my driveway. I had to trade it on a bigger car because I was having a baby! I miss it a lot! It had the Rockford Fosgate sound system which was awesome! I got around 28 mpg.. Never had any issues with the car and it had over 40,000 miles on it when I traded it.

Ive had this car for 2.5 yrs now with very little trouble. Having an issue with the sunroof at the moment but the amazing warranty will take care of that one.