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Summary
Mitsubishi Lancer's size positions it at the center of a crowded field of compacts that includes class leaders Honda Civic, Ford Focus, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla, Mazda Protege, Subaru Impreza, and Dodge Neon. Competitively, Lancer has the longest body and its extended wheelbase produces a spacious passenger compartment with best-in-class legroom for front seat riders.The Lancer Sportback is designed to compete with the Mazda Protege5, the five-door Ford Focus, and the Toyota Matrix.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mitsubishi Lancer ES ($12,597); LS ($15,997); O-Z Rally ($15,797); Ralliart ($17,997); Sportback LS ($16,597); Sportback Ralliart ($19,197); Evolution ($28,987) |
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Engines:
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2.0-liter sohc 4v inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, side-impact door beams, 3-point seatbelts front and rear, emergency trunk lid internal release |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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ABS, side-impact airbags |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Mizushima, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mitsubishi Lancer ES ($13,597) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning w micron air filtration, power door locks, power windows with driver's one-touch down, power exterior mirrors, eight-way adjustable driver's seat w height adjustment, cloth fabric upholstery, two-speed intermittent windshield wipers with mist control, 100-watt Mitsubishi AM/FM/CD stereo with four speakers |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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ES Convenience Package ($550) includes remote keyless entry, 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback, rear seat center armrest w/cupholders, rear headrest, color-keyed door handles, floor mats |
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Destination Charge:
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595 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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14742 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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120 @ 5500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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130 @ 4250 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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26/33 |
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Wheelbase:
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102.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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177.6/66.8/54.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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57.9/57.9 |
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Turning circle:
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32.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.8/51.2/43.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.7/50.2/36.6 |
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Cargo volume:
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11.3 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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5.5 |
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Curb weight:
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2656 |
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Tires:
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185/60R14 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum |
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Fuel capacity:
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13.2 |
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