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2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 19–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 small car configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse at a glance
The 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse covers 6 model years in the EPA database (55 configurations in all), rated 19–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $2,840 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (23 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2003.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 20–24 MPG | $2,720–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 19–23 MPG | $2,840–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$4,020 | First year |
What the 2005 Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$237
$2,840 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.73
Per 100 miles
$18.93
Five years
$14,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$810less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2005
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (11)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
Show 1 more configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,830/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,840, $120 more.
Gas configurations (10)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
20–24 MPG · $2,720–$4,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 24 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $2,720, $120 less.
Gas configurations (12)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
Show 2 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$4,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
19–23 MPG · $2,840–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Spyder 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$4,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Eclipse 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,860 in California and $2,480 in Texas, a $1,380 difference.
- California $3,860
- Washington $3,580
- New York $2,840
- Florida $2,680
- Texas $2,480
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2005 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2005 (D52A)
- 2006-2012 (DK2A)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?
EPA rates the 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse at 19–24 MPG combined across 55 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2003 Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 29 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
The Eclipse 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2003. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004 and 2005.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year. Across all 11 configurations the cost runs $2,840–$4,020 a year. That is a $1,180 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 100 miles?
About $18.93 per 100 miles for the Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.93 and $26.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 28 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse compare with other small car configurations?
The Spyder 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year to fuel, $810 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 7 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 370 rated small car configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse different from the 2004 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840. EPA lists 11 configurations for 2005 against 10 configurations for 2004. See the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse for that year.