2011 Mitsubishi Lancer : Summary Prices Specs

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Summary Mitsubishi has everyone covered in the compact class with the 148-hp Lancer ES for those with their minds on economy; the 168-hp Lancer GTS for those with spirit and an eye for value; the 237-hp Ralliart for those with a sense of adventure; and the 291-hp Evo for those with a need for speed. For 2011, there's a Sportback 5-door hatchback body style. The GTS is a compelling value for its price of around $20,000, fuel mileage, enjoyable driving characteristics, and good looks. If you don't need all-wheel drive, turbocharged acceleration, or rigid cornering, the GTS has the style of the Evo for half as much. NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Sam Moses drove the Lancer GTS in the Pacific Northwest and the Ralliart and Evo at Pacific Raceways near Seattle; Tom Lankard drove the Lancer ES in Santa Monica and Evo in Phoenix; editor Mitch McCullough drove the Evo at Firebird Raceway near Phoenix.

Model Line Overview Model lineup: Mitsubishi Lancer DE ($14,995), ES ($16,395), ES Sportback ($16,795P, GTS ($19,295), GTS Sportback ($19,695), Ralliart ($27,495), Ralliart Sportback ($27,895), Evolution GSR ($33,995), Evolution MS ($37,195) Engines: 148-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 168-hp 2.4-liter four cylinder, 231-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 291-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder Transmissions: 5-speed manual; 6-step CVT, 6-speed manual, 6-speed twin clutch automated manual Safety equipment (standard): front air bags, side airbags in front, side curtain air bags, driver's knee air bag, tire pressure monitor, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control Safety equipment (optional): all-wheel drive Basic warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles Assembled in: Japan Specifications As Tested Model tested (MSRP): Mitsubishi Lancer GTS Sportback ($19,695) Standard equipment: fabric upholstery with sport bucket seats, automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls, 6-way driver's seat, 60/40 fold-down rear seat, 140-watt 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system, FUSE Handsfree Links system, Sirius satellite radio, driver information center, halogen headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, sport tuned suspension, low-profile all-season tires, power doors, locks, windows, and keyless entry Options as tested (MSRP): none Destination charge: ($760) Gas guzzler tax: N/A Price as tested (MSRP): $20,455 Layout: front-wheel drive Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC inline-4 Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 168 @ 6000 Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 167 @ 4100 Transmission: 5-speed manual EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: 24/31 mpg Wheelbase: 103.7 in. Length/width/height: 180/69.4/58/7 in. Track, f/r: 60.2/60.2 in. Turning circle: 32.8 ft. Seating capacity: 5 Head/hip/leg room, f: 39.6/53.3/42.2 in. Head/hip/leg room, m: N/A Head/hip/leg room, r: 36.9/54.1/36.1 in. Cargo volume: N/A Payload: N/A Towing capacity: N/A Suspension, f: MacPherson strut Suspension, r: multi-link Ground clearance: 5.8 in. Curb weight: 3010 lbs. Tires: P215/45R18 Brakes, f/r: ventilated disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD Fuel capacity: 15.5 gal. Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle. All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of July 01, 2010. Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. N/A: Information not available or not applicable.  Manufacturer Info Sources: 800-648-7820 - www.mitsubishicars.com *newcartestdrive.com

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