The Mitsubishi Eclipse is a ?pony car?: an economical 4-seat coup? with sporty performance features that?s also available as a convertible (called the Eclipse Spyder). The Eclipse adds a new mid-range trim level for 2010,as well as several high-tech options. The Mitsubishi Eclipse competes with the Ford Mustang,Honda Accord,Audi TT,and Hyundai Genesis Coupe,among others.

The base trim level,the Eclipse GS,features 17-inch alloy wheels,manual front air conditioning,cruise control,power accessories,rear spoiler,keyless entry,6-speaker sound system,auxiliary audio jack,and optional remote ignition. The new GS Sport trim features 18-inch wheels,sunroof,Xenon headlights,an upgraded sound system,Bluetooth connectivity,and rearview camera. The GT trim upgrades to a V-6 engine. In addition to the Sport features,the Eclipse GT provides leather upholstery,automatic air conditioning,heated front seats,more power controls,stronger brakes,and other enhancements. The Eclipse Spyder features a power soft top. The coup??s trunk offers 15.7 cubic feet of cargo space; the Spyder?s trunk measures 5.2 cubic feet,according to Mitsubishi.

The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is a front-wheel-drive vehicle. Its GS and GS Sport trims employ a 162-horsepower,2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. The GS features a 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 4-speed automatic transmission. The latter is standard with the Sport trim. The GT trim features a 265-horsepower,3.8-liter V-6 engine with a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 5-speed automatic transmission. The Spyder offers only an automatic transmission: 4-speed with the GS,5-speed with the GT. According to the EPA,the smaller engine delivers 20 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway with manual transmission; the V-6 delivers 16 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway with manual transmission.

Standard safety equipment on the 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse includes 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes,stability control,front side air bags,and side curtain air bags.

MSRPs for the 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse ranged from $20,699 to $28,089.