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2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse SpyderFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Minicompact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder

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City
20
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

34.0MPG average+47.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 23 MPG · Owner reported avg: 34.0 MPG

Driving mix: City 0% / Highway 100%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 34.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
28
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
28
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,900/yr
Automatic (S4)
Regular
City
18
Hwy
24
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic (S4)
Regular
City
18
Hwy
24
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
Automatic (S4)
Premium
City
18
Hwy
25
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $4,100/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
386 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.4L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
SOHC
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

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