2009 Mitsubishi Lancer: Overview
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer ▼
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- MSRP: $14,540 - $38,290
- Invoice: $13,852 - $36,089
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Pros
- Fuel economy (exc Evolution)
- Steering/handling (GTS, Evolution)
- Acceleration (Evolution)
- All-wheel drive (Evolution)
Cons
- Acceleration (CVT)
- Engine noise
- Ride (Evolution)
Vehicle Highlights
The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer lineup receives a new model and more available power. Front-wheel-drive Lancer DE and ES trims are offered with a 152-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine. The front-drive GTS model has a new 168-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. DE, ES and GTS are available with a manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). New for 2009 is the Lancer Ralliart. It has all-wheel drive and a 237-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Lancer Evolution carries over as a 2008 model. Evolution has all-wheel drive and comes in GSR and MR trims, each with a 291-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. GSRs have a 5-speed manual transmission; MRs have a 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. GTS has a firmer suspension and sporty body trim. Most models are available with a touch-screen navigation system and a 30-gigabyte hard drive for storage and playback of digital audio files.
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons with wheelbases 99.4 inches or longer.
Our Best Buys include the Honda Civic, Nissan Versa, and Scion xB. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet HHR, Hyundai Elantra, and Mazda 3.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Ford Focus (coupe), Hyundai Elantra Touring, Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Pontiac Vibe, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, and Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. The Volkswagen Jetta also adds a diesel engine.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | ES, manual Rating | Compact Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel Economy | 7 | 7.1 |
| Ride Quality | 5 | 5.2 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 5 | 5.9 |
| Quietness | 5 | 4.8 |
| Controls | 4 | 5.9 |
| Details | 4 | 5.1 |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 5 | 5.6 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 4.9 |
| Value within Class | 5 | 6.6 |
| Total Score: | 51 | 60.1 |
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