1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse Oil Type & Capacity
The 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse oil type depends on the engine: the GS-T, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the GS-T, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the GS, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the GS, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the GSX, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the GSX, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the RS, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the RS, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- GS-T, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- GS-T, Standard: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- GS, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- GS, Standard: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- GSX, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- GSX, Standard: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- RS, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- RS, Standard: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-T, Automatic — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| GS-T, Standard — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| GS, Automatic — Normally Aspirated | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| GS, Standard — Normally Aspirated | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| GSX, Automatic — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| GSX, Standard — Turbocharger | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| RS, Automatic — Normally Aspirated | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| RS, Standard — Normally Aspirated | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Eclipse
1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. Includes: .69 qt. in reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse take?
It depends on the engine: GS-T, Automatic uses 5W-30; GS-T, Standard uses 5W-30; GS, Automatic uses 5W-30; GS, Standard uses 5W-30; GSX, Automatic uses 5W-30; GSX, Standard uses 5W-30; RS, Automatic uses 5W-30; RS, Standard uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse take?
Capacity depends on the engine: GS-T, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; GS-T, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; GS, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; GS, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; GSX, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; GSX, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; RS, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; RS, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.