2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

Q: How much is a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?

Comparable 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings run roughly $6,000–$12,500, typically around $9,623 (from 17 vehicles).

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints8

Combined22 mpg

Typical price$9,623

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2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,033

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse worth?

Low

$6,000

Typical price

$9,623

High

$12,500

From 17 comparable 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,165

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,800

Total$19,965

Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,623) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,814), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.