2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Sizes

The 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse factory audio system features specific mounting locations across the interior cabin. Dashboard locations accommodate 1 inch speakers, while front door panel locations support 6.75 inch units. Rear side panel locations accept 6.5 inch speakers, and cargo area locations accommodate an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a sound system replacement or upgrade include tweeters, midbass, full-range units, and subwoofers.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Cargo Area 8 Subwoofer
  • Ample working space
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.75 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Replacement Summary

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

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 1 Low: 1

2010 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 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse uses a varied speaker configuration across multiple mounting positions, with sizes ranging from 1-inch tweeters in the dashboard to an 8-inch subwoofer location in the cargo area.
  • Front door panel speakers at 6.75 inches may be a priority replacement point, as these typically handle most of the mid-range frequencies and contribute substantially to overall sound quality in the cabin.
  • The presence of dedicated 1-inch tweeter locations in the dashboard suggests the factory system was designed with separate high-frequency reproduction in mind, which can be maintained or upgraded when replacing other speakers.
  • Rear side panel positions accommodate 6.5-inch speakers, offering midbass or full-range options that can complement the front stage or provide rear-seat audio coverage.
  • Component speaker systems might integrate well with this layout, utilizing the existing tweeter positions in the dashboard while upgrading the 6.75-inch door panel locations with component midbass drivers.
  • The 8-inch subwoofer location in the cargo area provides a factory-designated low-frequency option, though this position could also accommodate aftermarket subwoofers of similar or different sizes depending on available space.
  • Full-range speakers in either the front or rear positions would handle all frequencies through a single driver, while midbass-specific drivers would focus on mid and low frequencies, relying on the dashboard tweeters for highs.
  • Radio replacement flexibility exists in the 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse with both Single DIN and Double DIN compatibility, potentially allowing for head units with more advanced sound processing features that could enhance upgraded speakers.
  • The slight size difference between front door panels at 6.75 inches and rear side panels at 6.5 inches means separate speaker models may be needed for a complete four-speaker replacement.