http://www.ratinghq.comRatinghq Category Comments Feed for MitsubishiRatingHQ (http://www.ratinghq.com)enThe 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse coupe gets a new top-line model. This sporty car comes as a 2-door hatchback coupe in GS, SE, and GT trims. Also offered is the convertible Spyder in GS and GT trims, and these models have a power top with heated glass rear window. GS and SE have a 162-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. GTs have a 3.8-liter V6 rated at 263 hp in coupes, 260 in convertibles. New for '08 is the SE V6 that has the GT's engine and a few added features. Manual transmission is standard: a 5-speed for GS and SE, a 6-speed for GT. Automatic transmission is optional: a 4-speed for GS and SE, a 5-speed for GT. GTs have traction control. The new-for-2008 SE V6 has an antiskid system that's not offered on other Eclipses. Other available safety features include ABS, traction control, and front side airbags. Curtain side airbags are standard on coupes. The SE V6 has standard leather upholstery and a sunroof, features that are optional on other coupes. (consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com)http://www.ratinghq.com/3-319/2008-mitsubishi-eclipse-coupe.html2008-07-21 12:13:30The 2008 Mitsubishi Galant gets a slimed-down model lineup. This midsize sedan comes in DE and ES trims as well as the sport-themed Ralliart. The mid-level SE and GTS models have been discontinued. DE and ES have a 160-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that teams with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Ralliarts have a 258-hp 3.8-liter V6 and a 5-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Ralliarts have specific styling cues and suspension tuning. (consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com)http://www.ratinghq.com/3-320/2008-mitsubishi-galant.html2008-07-21 12:16:08