The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, the latest model year on record, is 179.9″ long, 72.4″ wide and 54.7″ tall on a 101.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,490 lb. At 15 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mitsubishi Eclipse generation, measured
The biggest change came in 2006: the new car was 4.3″ longer and 417 lb heavier than the 2002–2005 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005 | 175.6″ | 68.9″ | 52.4″ | 100.8″ | 2,956 lb |
| 2006–2012 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 53.5″ | 101.6″ | 3,373 lb |
Eclipse year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 4 | |
| 2011 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 4 | |
| 2010 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 4 | |
| 2009 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 4 | |
| 2008 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 4 | |
| 2007 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 2 | |
| 2006 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 101.6″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 176.8″ | 68.9″ | 100.8″ | 4 | |
| 2004 | 176.8″ | 68.9″ | 100.8″ | 4 | |
| 2003 | 176.8″ | 68.9″ | 100.8″ | 4 | |
| 2002 | 175.6″ | 68.9″ | 100.8″ | 2 |
Eclipse on the used market
In 201 Eclipse listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2006–2012 car is the most common: 135 of them (67%), at an average asking price of $4,958. ForCar visitors have decoded 22 Eclipse VINs; the most checked model years are 2006, 2003 and 2009.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2012 | 135 | 67% | $4,958 | 131,314 mi |
| 2002–2005 | 37 | 18% | $4,711 | 128,420 mi |
| Other years | 29 | 14% | $6,618 | 113,554 mi |
Will a Eclipse fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,029 cars within 10″ of its length, the Eclipse has a shorter wheelbase than 81%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,029 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.4″ | 71.7″ | +0.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 101.6″ | 105.5″ | −3.9″ |
| Curb weight | 3,490 lb | 3,448 lb | +42 lb |
Eclipse against its rivals
Next to the Mazda RX-8, Chevrolet Cobalt and Volvo C70, the Eclipse is the widest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse (this car) | 2012 | 179.9″ | 72.4″ | 3,490 lb |
| Mazda RX-8 | 2011 | 174.4″ | 69.7″ | 3,109 lb |
| Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 | 180.3″ | 68.1″ | 2,829 lb |
| Volvo C70 | 2013 | 180.3″ | 71.7″ | 3,858 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Eclipse bigger than the 2011?
No. The 2012 and 2011 Eclipse are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Eclipse or the Mazda RX-8?
The 2011 Mazda RX-8 is 5.5″ shorter and 381 lb lighter than the 2012 Eclipse.
How much does a used Eclipse cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $4,711 for the 2002–2005 car to $4,958 for the 2006–2012 one, across 201 listings.
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