Mitsubishi Eclipse Convertible

19961999 · 16 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
24

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Convertible has been tested by the EPA across 16 different configurations spanning model years 1996 through 1999. Over this period, the Eclipse Convertible has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1999
23
1998
23
1997
24
1996
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Eclipse Convertible) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Convertible. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Eclipse grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
69
Total Deaths
57

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.2%
Fire Occurrence
4.3%
Speeding Involved
30.4%
DUI Involved
21.7%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
24%
Side
2%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2018
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2017
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2016
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.88
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2014
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.92

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1998
2
1997
3
1996
11
Critical
Moderate
Advisory