ADVERTISEMENT
Sort

Filter & Refine

View Layout

MITSUBISHI LANCER Used Car Review

The Mitsubishi Lancer turned 45 years old in 2018 and remains one of the Japanese brand's most famous models. That was helped in the 1990s, when the Mitsubishi Lancer enjoyed huge success in the world rallying championship (with Finnish driver Tommi Makkinen). The showroom version of the Lancer Evolution became hugely popular with keen drivers. The future of Mitsubishi's small car is now in doubt, however, as the company focuses on SUVs. The current (CJ) generation is already more than 10 years old, having debuted in 2007 - with a hatchback body style replacing the wagon.

Pros

Cons

  • Spacious cabin, and especially practical in hatch form
  • Long warranty (and transferrable)
  • Solid 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and good CVT auto
  • Reputation for reliability
  • Cheap, dull-looking interior
  • Road noise can be loud on typical coarse surfaces
  • Curtain airbags not fitted to pre-2010 models
  • 10-year powertrain warranty not transferable
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
MitsubishiLancerCoupe (2 door)Clear all

Top2003 Mitsubishi Lancer CE GLi Silver 5 Speed Manual Coupe

  • 338683 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER COUPE'!! $3999.00 FEATURES MANUAL TRANSMISSION, AIR CON, ABS BRAKES, MAG WHEELS AND MORE!! YOU WON'T BUY BETTER!! ONLY $3999.00!! CALL (08) ****2999 NOW!! WANGARA USED CAR CENTRE 7B PEMBROKE RD, WANGARA 6065.

$3,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
20 hours ago

Top2002 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 MY02.5 GLi White 4 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 230552 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

***AUTOMATIC*** 4 CYLINDER*** CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP*** GREAT FIRST CAR*** VERY WELL KEPT*** REGO UNTIL AUGUST*** DRIVES A TREAT*** GRAB A BARGAIN TODAY*** *** *** CCC = BETTER CARS FOR LE$$ *** WE HAVE 200+ VEHICLES $4999 - $19999 *** ALL 200+ VEHICLES COME WITH A WARRANTY *** ALL 200+ VEHICLES ARE THE BEST VALUE ON THE MARKET *** ALL 200+ PRICES ARE DRIVE-AWAY NO MORE TO PAY - (VERY CONVENIENT)! *** FAST FINANCE ARRANGED ON-SITE OR OVER-THE-PHONE (CLEVER & PROFESSI

$4,999 Drive Away^
Rocklea, QLD

Dealer used
2 hours ago

Top2003 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 MY02.5 GLi Blue 5 Speed Manual Coupe

  • 190327 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Looking for a reliable and sporty ride? Look no further than this 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer GLi Coupe in stunning blue! With a powerful 1.8i engine and manual transmission, this beauty is perfect for those who love to drive.FULL SERVICE HISTORY WITH 2 KEYS Featuring all the essentials like power steering, air conditioning, and a CD player, this Lancer is ready to hit the road. Plus, with remote fuel lid release, central locking, and an engine immobiliser, you can drive with peace of mind. Wheth

$4,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 MY02.5 GLi White 4 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 230552 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

***AUTOMATIC*** 4 CYLINDER*** CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP*** GREAT FIRST CAR*** VERY WELL KEPT*** REGO UNTIL AUGUST*** DRIVES A TREAT*** GRAB A BARGAIN TODAY*** *** *** CCC = BETTER CARS FOR LE$$ *** WE HAVE 200+ VEHICLES $4999 - $19999 *** ALL 200+ VEHICLES COME WITH A WARRANTY *** ALL 200+ VEHICLES ARE THE BEST VALUE ON THE MARKET *** ALL 200+ PRICES ARE DRIVE-AWAY NO MORE TO PAY - (VERY CONVENIENT)! *** FAST FINANCE ARRANGED ON-SITE OR OVER-THE-PHONE (CLEVER & PROFESSI

$4,999 Drive Away^
Rocklea, QLD

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer CE GLi Silver 5 Speed Manual Coupe

  • 338683 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER COUPE'!! $3999.00 FEATURES MANUAL TRANSMISSION, AIR CON, ABS BRAKES, MAG WHEELS AND MORE!! YOU WON'T BUY BETTER!! ONLY $3999.00!! CALL (08) ****2999 NOW!! WANGARA USED CAR CENTRE 7B PEMBROKE RD, WANGARA 6065.

$3,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 MY02.5 GLi Blue 5 Speed Manual Coupe

  • 190327 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Looking for a reliable and sporty ride? Look no further than this 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer GLi Coupe in stunning blue! With a powerful 1.8i engine and manual transmission, this beauty is perfect for those who love to drive.FULL SERVICE HISTORY WITH 2 KEYS Featuring all the essentials like power steering, air conditioning, and a CD player, this Lancer is ready to hit the road. Plus, with remote fuel lid release, central locking, and an engine immobiliser, you can drive with peace of mind. Wheth

$4,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER MR CE 2DR COUPE 1.8 LITRE 5 SPEED MANUAL

  • 229717 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER MR CE 2DR COUPE 1.8 LITRE 5 SPEED MANUAL 5 SPEED MANUAL 2 X KEYS LOGBOOKS AIRCON CD-PLAYER TINTED WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS POWER MIRRORS ALLOY WHEELS SPORTS BODYKIT 229,728 KLMS COMES WITH 3 MONTHS NSW REGO ON PURCHASE *** ROADWORTHY WILL BE SUPPLIED *** *** PPSR REPORT WILL BE SUPPLIED *** *** TRADE INS WELCOME *** *** COMPETITIVE FINANCE AVAILABLE *** *** WE PAY CASH FOR CARS *** *** WE OFFER AUSTRALIA WIDE DELIVERY *** 1-5 YEARS NATIONAL WARRANTY PLANS AVA

$4,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Merrylands, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 GLXi White 4 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 162080 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Please Read.. Automatic Coupe with 162,080 Genuine Kilometres. All Mitsubishi Factory Features in Proper Working Order, Including Icy Cold Air Conditioning. Near New Tyres. Fantastic Vehicle to Drive, Any Inspection Welcome. Option of Extended Registration for NSW Purchasers, Current Pink Slip and PPSR Supplied. On-Site Finance Facilities & Trade-Ins Welcome. Home Delivery Options Available for Local, Country & Interstate Purchasers. Includes a Comprehensive Australia Wide Warranty & Roadsid

$4,750 Excl. Gov. Charges
Five Dock, NSW

Dealer used
10/05/2024

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer CE2 GLXi White 4 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 162080 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Automatic Coupe with 162,080 Genuine Kilometres. Fantastic Vehicle to Drive, Any Inspection Welcome. Near New Tyres. Option of Extended Registration for NSW Purchasers, Current Pink Slip Supplied. 1-5 Year Australia Wide Warranty Available. On-Site Finance Facilities & Trade-Ins Welcome. Home Delivery Options Available for Local, Country & Interstate Purchasers.

$5,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Five Dock, NSW

Dealer used
10/05/2024

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer CE GLi White 5 Speed Manual Coupe

  • 253695 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

MITSUBISHI LANCER 2003 GLi CE MULTI POINT F/INJ 1.5L 5 SP MANUAL What a little beauty! Ideal first car or family run around. 5 Speed manual Factory Air Cond Power steering Central Locking Be Quick for this bargain! Just Arrived - For all enquires please contact us on Mob: Email: Web Site: djautos.com.au *** Buy With Confidence, FREE One Year Unlimited Kilometre Warranty Included With This Vehicle... *** Ask about our very affordable finance packages TAP T

$4,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Forrestfield, WA

Dealer used
10/05/2024

Cheap Mitsubishi lancer automatic(price reduced)

  • 300000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

For sale is a Mitsubishi lancer 1997 model 2 door coupe Automatic 6 months rego Good first car or leaner car cheap to run Have owned a couple of years and is no longer required in our household Recently replaced water pump and radiator Tyres and brakes are good passed last inspection no problem Has some paint fade and minor scratches does not affect car running Call or msg

$3,000Negotiable
Macquarie Fields, NSW

28/04/2024

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER CE 5 SP MANUAL 2D COUPE, 5 seats

  • 277608 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Car was in an accident, all insurance was taken care off. Motor starts and car runs fine.

$600
Whittlesea, VIC

25/04/2024

97 CE Lancer MR registered race rally 2dr coupe

  • 311443 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Regretful sale due to change in work conditions and storage issues. Regularly serviced 1.8L 4g93 5 speed manual. Has new fuel pump. AGI full (6 point) bolt in roll cage fitted last year. Perfect for dirt khanacross or track days. Can be logbook or full rego.

$3,000Negotiable
Morphett Vale, SA

24/04/2024

2001 MITSUBISHI LANCER GLi 5 SP MANUAL 2D COUPE

  • 246322 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

- Selling due to buying new car - Regularly Serviced - lowered, exhaust, and sub in boot - Paint fade on roof, hood, Right side - Great on fuel, enjoyable to drive - Extending rego till July 2024 - ONO - Gumtree cooked the photo quality. Msg if you want clearer quality.

$4,000Negotiable
Middle Swan, WA

20/04/2024

2001 MITSUBISHI LANCER GLi 5 SP MANUAL 2D COUPE

  • 340000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

just serviced. sad to have to sell but unfortunately I don't have the space for it any more. high ks but I've never had an issue with it. coil Springs. heaps of extras previous owner did to it. fast little beast.

$2,600Negotiable
Geilston Bay, TAS

12/04/2024

Wanted: WANTED …TOMMI MAKINEN

  • 80 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Hi , looking for a Tommi Makinen Evo preferably in black or Red colour Willing to travel anywhere in Australia for the right car , kilometres or condition does not matter Cheers

$100Negotiable
Schofields, NSW

10/04/2024

Overview of the Mitsubishi Lancer

Overview of the Mitsubishi Lancer

The Mitsubishi Lancer turned 45 years old in 2018 and remains one of the Japanese brand's most famous models.

That was helped in the 1990s, when the Mitsubishi Lancer enjoyed huge success in the world rallying championship (with Finnish driver Tommi Makkinen). The showroom version of the Lancer Evolution became hugely popular with keen drivers.

The future of Mitsubishi's small car is now in doubt, however, as the company focuses on SUVs. The current (CJ) generation is already more than 10 years old, having debuted in 2007 - with a hatchback body style replacing the wagon.

MITSUBISHI LANCER GENERATIONS (SINCE 2000)

2000-2007

2007-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4cyl petrol: 7.1-7.4 litres per 100km

2.4L 4cyl petrol: 8.7-8.9 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR CARS TO MITSUBISHI LANCER

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: MITSUBISHI LANCER (2015 MODELS ONWARDS)

Based on the previous-model Lancer, the Lancer here represents a decade-old design, so Mitsubishi has had plenty of time to get it right.

The CVT transmission takes some getting used to. Even then, a batch of Lancers had especially tardy CVTs and was recalled to sharpen them up.

On manual cars, make sure there's no shuddering when you take off and that all the gears engage smoothly, especially first thing in the morning.

At idle and with the car in neutral, let the clutch out. There shouldn't be a sudden clattering noise when you do this. If there is, the gearbox could be worn.

Drive any manual Lancer up a hill in fourth or fifth gear and try to accelerate. If the engine speeds up but the car doesn't, you're looking at a worn clutch that will need replacement.

Check the service record carefully. Lancers were popular with younger owners, many of whom regarded preventative maintenance as optional.