Mitsubishi Eclipse vs Volkswagen GTI
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen GTI
Overview
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GS | Golf GTI S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,499 (best) | $34,590 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.7 gal (best) | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 162 hp | 241 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 15.7 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,272 lbs (best) | 6,366 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 104 in (best) |
| Length | 180.4 in (best) | 169 in |
| Width | 72.2 in (best) | 70 in |
| Height | 53.2 in | 58 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mitsubishi EclipseGS | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GS $19,499 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Golf GTI S $34,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GS $20,499 MSRP | SE $39,080 MSRP |
| 3 | GS-Sport $24,699 MSRP | Autobahn $42,480 MSRP |
| 4 | GS-Sport $27,999 MSRP | — |
| 5 | SE $24,699 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SE $28,299 MSRP | — |
| 7 | GT $29,089 MSRP | — |
| 8 | GT $32,599 MSRP | — |