2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Sizes
The 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse factory audio system features specific locations that accommodate various components. The dashboard accepts a 1 inch speaker size, front door panels support 6.75 inch units and 6x9 inch units, rear door panels accommodate 6x9 inch units, rear side panels accept 6.5 inch units, and the cargo area supports an 8 inch unit. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade include tweeters, midbass, full-range, and subwoofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Area | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Dashboard | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.75 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
4
easy to replace
3
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 4 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 3 Medium: 2 Low: 12011 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 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse features multiple speaker locations throughout the cabin, with the dashboard housing a 1-inch tweeter that handles high-frequency reproduction, while larger drivers in the door panels and side panels manage mid-range and lower frequencies.
- Both front and rear door panels accommodate 6x9-inch full-range speakers, suggesting that upgrading these locations could provide noticeable improvements in overall sound quality and output across the frequency spectrum.
- The front door panels offer flexibility with compatibility for both 6.75-inch midbass or full-range speakers in addition to the 6x9-inch option, allowing for different installation approaches depending on whether a component or coaxial system is preferred.
- Rear side panels accept 6.5-inch midbass or full-range speakers, which typically serve as secondary sound sources to complement the front stage and provide rear-seat passengers with adequate audio coverage.
- An 8-inch subwoofer location in the cargo area indicates factory provisions for low-frequency reinforcement, though aftermarket replacement could enhance bass response and extension beyond the stock configuration.
- The tweeter position in the dashboard likely provides optimal high-frequency dispersion toward the listening area, and replacing this small driver could refine treble clarity and detail in the 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse soundstage.
- The radio bay supports both single DIN and double DIN head units, offering flexibility for aftermarket upgrades that could drive replacement speakers more effectively than the factory stereo.
- Prioritizing the front door panel speakers for replacement would typically yield the most significant audible improvement, as these locations handle the majority of the frequency range that listeners perceive most directly.