Overview
The 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer sedan is a compact sedan, offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $17,595. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Focus, the Honda Civic, and the Mazda 3. Between 4 trims, the Lancer offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L Inline 4 engine capable of making 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 168 horsepower-making 2.4L Inline 4 engine. there is a choice between a 5-speed manual transmission and a CVT. The Lancer reaches 60 MPH from zero in 8.7 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 8.4 seconds with the 2.4L Inline 4 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Lancer can manage a combined fuel economy between 26 and 28 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 6 striking colors the Lancer comes in really pull you towards itself.
