1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Sizes

The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse speaker size chart lists factory speaker specifications and locations throughout the vehicle. Information covers dashboard, rear side panel, and front door panel positions. Data assists with replacement speaker selection when upgrading from factory audio components to aftermarket alternatives. Speaker system details include locations and specifications for audio upgrade purposes.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Dashboard 4 Midrange
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 5.25 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Replacement Summary

4 total positions
1 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 1 Medium: 3 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 1

1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse features a four-location speaker configuration that separates frequency reproduction across dashboard and panel positions, suggesting a design intended to create spatial sound distribution throughout the cabin.
  • Dashboard tweeters at 1 inch handle high-frequency reproduction, while the accompanying 4-inch midrange units cover mid-frequency content, indicating a component-style approach rather than relying solely on full-range drivers in forward positions.
  • Front door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers designated for midbass or full-range operation, representing the largest driver size in the system and likely serving as the primary sound source for occupants.
  • Rear side panels support 5.25-inch speakers with midbass or full-range compatibility, providing rear-fill audio that complements the front soundstage in the 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
  • The dual-format radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, offering flexibility for aftermarket stereo installations without requiring additional mounting adapters or dashboard modifications.
  • Replacement priority might reasonably focus on the front door 6.5-inch speakers first, given their size advantage and proximity to front passengers, followed by dashboard components if component speaker staging is desired.
  • The separated tweeter and midrange configuration in the dashboard creates opportunities for aftermarket component speaker installations that could maintain or enhance the factory's frequency-divided architecture.
  • Full-range speaker options for both door and rear panel locations provide installation flexibility, allowing either simplified replacements or integration into more complex component systems depending on acoustic goals.