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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.
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2012 MITSUBISHI LANCERACTIVE CJ MY12 4D SEDAN AUTOMATIC 36 MONTHS FREE WARRANTY

  • 186110 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER ES CJ MY12 4D SEDAN Free 36 Months warranty (Cover parts & Labour Australia Wide) Done 186,000 KMS Excellent condition Automatic Transmission 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Cruise Control Up to date service Bluetooth ------------------------------------------------ - Good Tyres! - Icy Cold AC! - 100% Solid Body! - 100% Sound Engine! - 100% Smooth Transmission! _______________________________ - Trade In's Welcome! Our moto: ********THE BEST PRICE ON THE MARKET*****

$11,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kenwick, WA

Dealer used
02/05/2024

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer CJ MY12 Activ White 6 Speed CVT Auto Sequential Sedan

  • 251277 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

PATERAS AUTO SALES , 81 RAILWAY AVE WERRIBEE , PH*****8599 , LATE MODEL , AUTO AND AFFORDABLE , RWC INCLUDED.

$6,688 Excl. Gov. Charges
Werribee, VIC

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer CJ MY10 Activ Beige 6 Speed CVT Auto Sequential Sedan

  • 70000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

1 owner from new, genuine 70000 km with full service history, 2 keys. The best Example you will find

$13,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer CJ MY12 Activ Silver 5 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 244201 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Activ Sedan, Petrol, Manual, 2ltr, 4cyl. Comes with Rego and all on Roads Cost Driveaway. Trade ins Welcome, Competitive finance Available, Transport arranged throughout Australia. Please call our Dealership to Make Appointmnet to View Vehicle.

$8,500 Drive Away^
Coopers Plains, QLD

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer CJ MY10 Activ Blue 6 Speed CVT Auto Sequential Sedan

  • 216900 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This vehicle is in great condition for its age and is sure to impress. At this advertised price it is astonishingly affordable. Be sure to act quick to take advantage of this amazing offer before someone else does. Comes with a Free - 1 year dealer warranty, a current RWC is supplied and all on road costs are included driveaway, no more to pay! Why buy your car from us Because it’s the intelligent choice! Established in 1988, our Dealership has been offering unique customer experience not

$10,488 Excl. Gov. Charges
Braybrook, VIC

Dealer used
01/05/2024

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.