Before It Became a Crossover — The Real Mitsubishi Eclipse

Before crossovers took over… Mitsubishi built something real. The Eclipse wasn’t just a coupe — it was part of a movement. Born from DSM (Diamond-Star Motors) — a partnership between Mitsubishi and Chrysler — this car helped define 90s tuner culture. Turbocharged. Lightweight. Built to be modified. From the legendary 4G63 engine to its rise in the street scene, the Eclipse became one of the most recognizable performance cars of its time. But over the years… that identity faded. The name didn’t disappear — it changed. This is the real story of the Mitsubishi Eclipse… before it became a crossover.