2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse Review: Model Lineup

The Eclipse GS ($19,399) is the entry-level model, with the four-cylinder engine. It comes standard with a five-speed manual, with the four-speed Sportronic automatic optional ($900). The GS comes with cloth upholstery and an impressive list of standard features: air conditioning; cruise control; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo; auto-off halogen headlamps; power windows, outside mirrors and central locking; carpeted front floor mats; Sport Touch tilt steering wheel and leather-wrapped shift knob; time-delay interior lights and accessory power; and dash top-mounted audio display with clock.

Among the GS options: a Sun & Sound Package ($1500) with power sunroof; 650-watt Rockford Fosgate stereo with 6-disc, in-dash CD changer, nine speakers and 10-inch, cargo area-mounted subwoofer; steering wheel-mounted, redundant audio controls; auto-dimming rearview mirror; and audio display with clock, outside temperature and compass. Buyers can add an Accessory Package comprising alloy fuel door, wheel locks, cargo net, cargo floor mat and Sport floor mats ($270). Sunset Pearlescent paint is an option, too ($130). Accessories installed and priced by dealers include halogen foglamps, color-keyed aero kit and front and rear mud guards.