Competetion Check
Mitsubishi Lancer
Things that are really important for a car in this segment are cabin space, interiors, styling and overall refinement, and in these areas, the Lancer is now old hat. Tenuous links to a rally-winning cousin notwithstanding, the Lancer is a reliable old mid-size sedan, which is powered by an 88PS, 1498cc inline-four. A higher-spec Lancer - the 1.8 Invex - is also available, and features an 118PS, 1834cc inline-four. While the Lancer 1.5 offers rather feeble engine performance, the 1.8 feels quite sporty. The 1.8's Tiptronic-style gearbox is also a delight to use - it can either be left in full auto mode, or you can shift manually without using a clutch. This is the only such gearbox in the Lancer's segment.

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The handling is good - you can blitz corners at high speeds without the front end washing wide - and the Lancer doesn't understeer as much as most other cars in its class. Good handling is hardly a redeeming factor though, as most people who buy the Lancer end up sitting in the back seat. The similarly priced Optra 1.6 feels bigger and more spacious, while the Honda City i-DSI is also more spacious and comfortable, more fuel efficient, and feels far more contemporary as an overall package. The Lancer 1.5 feels sluggish, but the 1.8 is fun to drive and enthusiasts will appreciate its performance. However, the Mitsubishi name has lost much credibility, and service back up and parts availability may also be suspect.

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