Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT

Written By Unknown on Saturday, June 4, 2011 | 2:12 AM

Car Name: Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT

Brand Name:? Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi unveiled the all-new 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Based on the fourth-generation Eclipse coupe introduced in 2005, the new Eclipse Spyder GT combines "Driven to Thrill" design and performance with a high-tech convertible top and outstanding value.

"The new Eclipse Spyder GT captures the essence of Mitsubishi by offering customers a stand-out design and performance at an affordable price," said Rich Gilligan, president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motors North America. "Its high-quality automatic top makes Eclipse Spyder GT a convertible for all seasons and is more like a top you would expect to see on a $40,000 car than one that starts at under $26,000."

The Eclipse Spyder GT challenges more expensive sports models with its 260-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine mated to either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional five-speed automatic. The GT's 258 lb-ft of peak torque gives this model "right now" off-the-line response. With the standard six-speed manual transmission, the Spyder GT can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in about seven seconds.

Chassis
Brakes F/R:	ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R:	235/45 R18
Driveline:	Front Wheel Drive
Engine
Type:	V6
Displacement cu in (cc):	234 (3828)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM:	260(194) / 5750
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:	258(355) / 4500
Redline at RPM:	6500
Exterior
Length � Width � Height in:	179.7 � 72.2 � 54.4
Weight lb (kg):	3671 (1665)
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph s:	~ 7
Top Speed mph (km/h):	n.a.
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km):	n.a.