2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse Coupe

Since the Eclipse debuted in 1990, Mitsubishi has attempted to charm enthusiasts with the vehicle while also appealing to a wider audience. For some years, this was a successful strategy, but the combination of an overall shrinking sporty-coupe market and Mitsu's decision to discontinue offering an all-wheel-drive Eclipse placed the enthusiast-car spotlight on other cars (like the Lancer EVO) in the minds of buyers. Now Mitsubishi's fourth-generation Eclipse attempts to reignite the Eclipse's past popularity via bold styling and competitive pricing. The standout characteristic is decidedly the exterior styling — it's a curvy, aerodynamic eye-catcher to be sure. With the available V6 engine on the GT version creating 263-horsepower and 260 lb.-ft of torque, only the lack of a rear- or all-wheel-drive model might cause concern among true sports car enthusiasts. That being said, at this price point, you may not be able to find a car that performs better —or looks better — than this stylishly sporty, completely redesigned new Eclipse.