2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Compact Sedan Regular
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2002
23MPG Combined
5 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Looking at the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse? This Compact Sedan offers 20–23 combined MPG depending on trim and comes with 5 available configurations. We break down the specs, safety data, and how it compares to the competition.

2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG20–23 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG20
Highway MPG28
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims5

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Auto18/25/212.4L 4cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man20/28/232.4L 4cylManual 5-spd
4 cyl18/25/202.4L 4cylAutomatic (S4)
Man18/26/213.0L 6cylManual 5-spd
6 cyl17/26/203.0L 6cylAutomatic (S4)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse costs approximately $2,380 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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