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    Mitsubishi Lancer Australia

    It may be hard to imagine, but the Mitsubishi Lancer has been in Australia since 1981.

    Taking a hiatus in the early ’80s to make way for the Mitsubishi Colt, the Lancer returned in 1989 and hasn’t left the market since. The basic layout hasn’t changed over its lifetime, offering a small, front-wheel-drive four-door. Special all-wheel-drive, rally-bred editions known as the ‘Evolution’ were a fixture of performance circles for 25 years, but are now only available in the second-hand market. Available as both a sedan and hatchback, the Lancer comes with a choice of 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre engines and manual or constantly variable automatic gearboxes.

    Current prices range from $11,600 to $20,900 for the Lancer ES Sport and Lancer GSR Sportback.

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    Mitsubishi Lancer Colours

    • Warm Silver
    • Lightning Blue
    • Red
    • Titanium Grey
    • Sterling Silver
    • White
    • Black
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Mitsubishi Lancer 2019.

    Mitsubishi Lancer Models Price and Specs

    The price range for the Mitsubishi Lancer varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $11,600 and going to $20,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

    Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
    2019 Sedan 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $11,600 $20,900
    2019 Hatchback 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $13,500 $20,900
    2018 Sedan 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $11,000 $19,690
    2018 Hatchback 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $12,800 $19,690
    2017 Sedan 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $10,100 $18,700
    2017 Hatchback 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $12,200 $18,700
    2016 Sedan 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $9,400 $45,430
    2016 Hatchback 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $11,100 $17,380
    2015 Sedan 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $8,100 $41,910
    2015 Hatchback 2.4L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $9,600 $15,840
    See All Mitsubishi Lancer Pricing and Specs

    Mitsubishi Lancer Q&As

    Check out real-world situations relating to the Mitsubishi Lancer here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

    • What can I do about the metallic red paint on my 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer peeling?

      I’ve certainly heard of metallic paint on Mitsubishi Lancers peeling from the clear coat before, but it’s hardly a Mitsubishi-specific problem. Many car-makers had trouble (and some of them still struggle) to get clear-over-base paint finishes to work with Australian levels of UV radiation. Strangely enough, Australian car-makers have been some of the worst offenders over the years. The problem is that once the top, clear coat has begun to discolour and peel, the lower, colour cat is usually compromised beyond salvation as well. Repainting either the entire car or the horizontal surfaces (which cop the most UV grief) is the only real long-term solution.

      I’d be very surprised if any car-maker came to the rescue with a paint-finish warranty claim after a decade, but it certainly can’t hurt to ask Mitsubishi Australia’s customer service department at head office. In any case, getting any sort of help with this will depend on how the vehicle has been maintained, where it’s been parked and whether any aftermarket paint treatments were ever applied. Largely, however, this type of paint degradation is regarded as normal wear and tear.

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    • Should the thermatic fan run constantly in a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer?

      A thermatic fan is designed to run only when it’s needed. As the name suggests, it should switch on when the engine attains a pre-set temperature and then turn off below that temperature. It’s a way of having the engine run at a more constant temperature as well as saving the power normally used to run a fan that isn’t needed the whole time. Sometimes, a second electric fan will cut in when you turn the air-conditioning on, but the short answer is no, a thematic fan should not run all the time.

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    • What is included on the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer InStyle?

      We have no record or recollection of the Mitsubishi Lancer InStyle from any year sold in Australia, and nor are there any Intense or Basic models sold in this country in which to compare and contrast it to. It appears these may be European-specification grades.

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    • Mitsubishi Lancer 2010: Are there any known problems?

      That price sound about right for a manual Lancer with those kilometres on board. If anything, it’s probably a little on the bargain side. A lot of cars need a windscreen to gain a roadworthy certificate, so that’s no big deal and, provided the car is in good condition generally, it sounds like a decent buy.

      Common problems with this model often involved the electrical systems, so make sure all the lights and gadgets in the car work properly. Manual lancers also had the odd problem with a gearshift that could become disconnected from the gearbox itself. If that has happened, you’d definitely know about it as you wouldn’t be able to select gears. It’s not a huge fix if it does happen.

      Other relatively common faults in this model included a faulty ABS module that needed to be replaced and this can be a big expense. Oil leaks from the front of the engine are also an issue (particularly for a roadworthy inspection). And don’t keep the ignition key in the same pocket as your phone; stray signals can wipe the key’s memory and leave you stranded.

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    Mitsubishi Lancer Fuel Consumption

    The Mitsubishi Lancer is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 8.9L/100km for Hatchback /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2019 Hatchback 8.9L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2019 Sedan 6.9L/100km 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2018 Hatchback 8.9L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2018 Sedan 6.9L/100km 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2017 Hatchback 8.9L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2017 Sedan 6.9L/100km 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2016 Hatchback 8.8L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2016 Sedan 6.9L/100km 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2016 Sedan 10.2L/100km 2.0L PULP 5 SP MAN
    2015 Hatchback 8.8L/100km 2.4L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2015 Sedan 6.9L/100km 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2015 Sedan 9.6L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP
    * Combined fuel consumption See All Mitsubishi Lancer Pricing and Specs for 2019

    Mitsubishi Lancer Wheel Size

    The Mitsubishi Lancer has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x60 R16 for Sedan in 2019 with a wheel size that spans from 16x6.5 inches.

    Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
    2019 Sedan 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
    2019 Hatchback 215x45 R18 18x7 inches 215x45 R18 18x7 inches
    2018 Sedan 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
    2018 Hatchback 215x45 R18 18x7 inches 215x45 R18 18x7 inches
    2017 Sedan 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
    2017 Hatchback 215x45 R18 18x7 inches 215x45 R18 18x7 inches
    2016 Sedan 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
    2016 Hatchback 215x45 R18 18x7 inches 215x45 R18 18x7 inches
    2015 Sedan 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches 205x60 R16 16x6.5 inches
    2015 Hatchback 215x45 R18 18x7 inches 215x45 R18 18x7 inches
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Mitsubishi Lancer Wheel Sizes

    Mitsubishi Lancer Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Mitsubishi Lancer Sedan and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

    Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
    2019 Sedan 1490x1760x4570 mm 150 mm
    2019 Hatchback 1515x1760x4585 mm 123 mm
    2018 Sedan 1490x1760x4570 mm 150 mm
    2018 Hatchback 1515x1760x4585 mm 123 mm
    2017 Sedan 1490x1760x4570 mm 150 mm
    2017 Hatchback 1515x1760x4585 mm 123 mm
    2016 Sedan 1490x1760x4570 mm 150 mm
    2016 Hatchback 1515x1760x4585 mm 123 mm
    2015 Sedan 1490x1760x4570 mm 150 mm
    2015 Hatchback 1515x1760x4585 mm 123 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Mitsubishi Lancer Dimensions

    Mitsubishi Lancer Seats

    The following Mitsubishi Lancer is available with five seats. The GLS and GT variants come with Geometric pattern fabric, while the GLX variant is available with Black fabric knit.

    Mitsubishi Lancer Seats
    Shown above are seat details for the Mitsubishi Lancer 2019.

    Mitsubishi Lancer Towing Capacity

    The Mitsubishi Lancer has maximum towing capacity of 1000kg for the latest model available.

    Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
    2019 Hatchback 1000kg 1000kg
    2019 Sedan 1000kg 1000kg
    2018 Hatchback 1000kg 1000kg
    2018 Sedan 1000kg 1000kg
    2017 Hatchback 1000kg 1000kg
    2017 Sedan 1000kg 1000kg
    2016 Sedan 0kg 1000kg
    2016 Hatchback 1000kg 1000kg
    2015 Sedan 0kg 1000kg
    2015 Hatchback 1000kg 1000kg
    See All Towing Capacity for Mitsubishi Lancer

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