2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Preview

And on that last note, the Eclipse Spyder should appeal to all different age groups. It looks different depending on paint colour,

The Eclipse Spyder should appeal to all different age groups. (Photo: Mitsubishi Canada)

as I said earlier, offering a classier, upscale appearance in classic tones, or displaying a racy, edgy image in bolder, more primary colours. And yes, despite the slight price hike, I'll take mine in Sunset Pearlescent with Avante Garde terra cotta interior trim when goes on sale in March. Yeah, that sounds perfect... or... maybe I should go with Titanium Pearl complemented by the more classic Techno-Sport charcoal cabin? Ugh... while I'm not yet hairless, the perils of middle-age have me caught between memories of a progressively open-minded youth and what seems to be becoming a staid, conservative future. Man, I need a sports car and 650-watts of Rockford Fosgate-amplified tunes.

Preliminary Specifications:

• Price Range (estimated MSRP): $35,000 - $43,000 
  
• Body Type: 2-door convertible 
• Layout: front engine, FWD
• Base Engine: 162-hp, 162 lb-ft of torque, 2.4L, 16-valve, SOHC I-4 
• Optional Engine: 260-hp, 258 lb-ft of torque, 3.8L, 24-valve, SOHC V6
• Transmission (GS): 5-spd manual (opt 4-spd auto)
• Transmission (GT): 6-spd manual (opt 5-spd auto with manual mode)
• Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 6.0 seconds
• Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
• Curb Weight (min - max): 1,575 - 1,705 kg (3,472 - 3,759 lbs)
• Exterior Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,565 / 1,835 / 1,381 (1,389 w/ 18-in tires) / 2m575 mm (179.7 / 72.2 / 54.4 (54.7 w/ 18-in tires) / 101.4 in)
• Track (frt/rr): 1,570 / 1,570 mm (61.8 / 61.8 in)
• Cargo Volume (max): 147 L (5.2 cu-ft)
• Seating Capacity: 4
• Fuel Economy (estimated hwy): 7.8 L/100 km 
  
• Warranty (mo/km): 60/100,000 comprehensive - 120/160,000 powertrain
• Competitors: Chrysler Sebring Convertible, Ford Mustang Convertible, Mazda MX-5, Pontiac G6 Convertible / Solstice, Toyota Camry Solara Convertible
• Web Site: www.mitsubishicars.ca