2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Sizes
The 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse factory audio system includes front door panels that accommodate a 1 inch speaker size and 6.5 inch units, while rear side panels accept 6x9 inch units. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade consist of tweeters, midbass, and full-range options.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 0 Low: 12003 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 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse features a component-ready front door configuration with separate 1-inch tweeter and 6.5-inch midbass or full-range speaker positions, suggesting that replacing both elements could provide more substantial audio improvements compared to single full-range upgrades.
- The rear side panel positions accommodate 6x9-inch full-range speakers, which typically offer greater bass response than smaller formats due to the larger cone area available for low-frequency reproduction.
- Component speaker systems might be particularly well-suited to the front doors since dedicated tweeter locations already exist, potentially reducing installation complexity when separating high and low frequencies.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, which could influence speaker upgrade decisions since aftermarket stereos often provide additional power and tuning options for improved speaker performance.
- Full-range speakers appear as an option for both front and rear locations, though the front doors also support midbass drivers that would require separate tweeters for complete frequency coverage.
- The 6x9-inch format in the rear positions generally delivers more output than 6.5-inch round speakers, which could create tonal balance considerations when mixing different front and rear speaker types.