Overview
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer is a compact sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $17,795. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Focus, the Honda Civic, and the Mazda 3. Between 3 trims, the Mitsubishi Lancer offers 2 powertrains. It is a 2.0L inline-4 cylinder 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 However, there is a choice between a 5-speed manual and a continuously variable transmission depending on the engine you choose. The Lancer reaches 60 mph from zero in 8.1 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 7.8 seconds with the 2.4L inline-4 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Lancer can manage a combined fuel economy between 26 and 30 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 6 striking colors the Lancer comes in really pull you towards itself.
