Used 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer LE for sale 

The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer comes with 5 trim options. It starts from base trim ES which retails at $17,795 and goes up to $22,095 for top SEL trim. Lancer has the choice of 2 engines and 2 transmissions. One is a 2.0 L 16-Valve MIVEC engine which develops 148 horsepower and 145-pound feet of torque and the other is a 2.4L 16-Valve MIVEC engine generating 168 horses and 167-pound feet of torque.

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The middle trim that is ES 2.4 is the best trim to buy as it has plenty of features such as All-wheel control, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 6.1-inch touch-panel, 6 speed CVT transmission, etc. There are plenty of options available like an all-weather package, interior package, LED illumination package, navigation system package, rear wing spoiler, and the list continues.

As we are reviewing the ES trim, it has a 2.0L 16-Valve MIVEC engine that develops 148 horses and 145-pound feet of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed stick shift that is very smooth and gives a good performance.

It starts from $17,795 for manual and $18,795 for CVT transmission. The manual is more engaging to drive and feels more connected to the driver than the CVT which has a kind of dead feel to it.

In comparison, Ford Focus has the best horsepower at 160 horses, Honda Civic develops 158 horses and Mazda 3 sport has 155 horses. In terms of torque figures, Mazda 3 sport packs more grunt at 150-pound feet of torque. Honda Civic and Mazda 3 sport are mated to 6-speed manual whereas Mitsubishi and Ford come with the 5-speed manual. Ford Focus is the cheapest of the lot at $16,775 and Honda Civic is the most expensive of the lot at $19,540.

How fast is the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer? 

In terms of acceleration, Mitsubishi Lancer does 0-60 MPH in 7.7 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 16.9 seconds. The performance is good and doesn't lag in the engine department. These figures are on par with the rivals even though not the best in the segment.

In comparison, Ford Focus S has the best 0-60 MPH time of 6.2 seconds. In the quarter-mile, Mazda 3 sport has the best time of 16 seconds. Honda Civic comes last in 0-60 MPH timing at 8.6 seconds and Mitsubishi Lancer is last in the quarter-mile with a time of 16.9 seconds. However, there are only minor differences between the competition in this segment and all of the rivals fall in the same range without anyone leading significantly.

How well does the 2017 Lancer Ride and Handle?

The Mitsubishi Lancer has a sporty drive. It holds the road well and goes through corners with ease. The steering feels good and gives you confidence at high speeds. The ride is comfortable as it's on the firmer side. The manual transmission is better than CVT as the latter feels sluggish in traffic whereas the manual provides the zip in city traffic. The minor bumps and irregularities of the road cannot be felt into the cabin, however more intense once can be felt inside and the wind and other noises do creep in a little bit into the cabin of the Lancer.

How efficient are the brakes in the 2017 Lancer?

The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer has 10.9-inch ventilated brakes on the front and 10.3-inch ventilated brakes in the rear. It weighs in at 2,888 pounds which means it's solidly built. Coming to a complete halt from 60 MPH takes a distance of 123 feet.

In comparison, Honda Civic and Mazda 3 sport have big brakes upfront at 11.1-inch and 11-inch respectively. At the rear, Mazda 3 sport and Mitsubishi Lancer have 10.4 and 10.3 inches respectively. Ford Focus S is the heaviest at 2,935 pounds and Honda Civic is the lightest at 2,790 pounds. In terms of stopping power, Ford Focus S takes 117 feet from 60-0 MPH which is the best among the competition whereas Mazda 3 sport even after having beefy brakes takes the longest distance to stop at 136 feet.

Being a city slicker, Mitsubishi Lancer has a decent fuel economy. It can do 24 MPG in city conditions, 33 MPG on the highway, and 28 MPG combined. These fuel figures can vary according to the driver and the driving conditions. The Lancer gets a fuel capacity of 15.5 gallons providing a range of 372 miles in the city, 511 on the highway, and a combined range of 434 miles.

Fuel figures are the best for Honda Civic and Mazda 3 Sport because they have 6-speed transmissions whereas Ford Focus S and Mitsubishi Lancer have 5-speed transmissions. Honda Civic and Mazda 3 sport have the same fuel figures for city conditions i.e. 28 MPG whereas on the highway, has a clear lead over everyone at 40 MPG. In combined figures too, Civic has 32 MPG which 1 MPG better than Mazda 3 sport and 4 MPG each from Mitsubishi Lancer and Ford Focus S.

When sitting inside the cabin, it gives an airy feeling due to its height. It is exciting on the outside, but it is dull on the inside. The all-black interior feels tacky and cheap.

Also, the touch and feel of the plastic is not high quality. Front seats provide a good amount of support, but the rear is not as comfortable as it should be. Rear Headroom is tight and tall passengers might hit their head on the roof.

In comparison, Honda Civic has the best passenger volume of 97.8 cu ft meaning ample room for all 5 passengers. Checking out the front, Mitsubishi has the best headroom at 39.6 inches, Mazda 3 sport has the best Shoulder room of 57.2 inches, and Mitsubishi and Honda tie in the legroom space at 42.3 inches. At the rear, Ford Focus S has the best headroom at 38 inches, Honda Civic has the best shoulder room and legroom of 55 inches and 37.4 inches respectively.

• Automatic Climate Control
• Proximity Key Entry
• Sunroof
• All-Black Interior

2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Infotainment System

Mitsubishi Lancer ES comes fitted with a 6.1-inch touch-panel display audio system which has a hands-free link system with Bluetooth technology. There is an optional upgrade option to a bigger 7-inch touchscreen unit. It is not that user-friendly and feels technologically inferior to rivals.

SiriusXM satellite radio gives you access to digital channels that are commercial-free along with a 3-months prepaid subscription is standard. The Lancer gets a 4-Speaker audio system as standard which can be upgraded to a 9-Speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system.

• 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment unit
• Optional 7-inch touchscreen unit
• Standard 4-Speaker audio system
• Optional 9-Speaker Rockford Fosgate Audio system
• Sirius XM
• Bluetooth Connectivity

2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Cargo Volume

The Mitsubishi Lancer has a relatively small boot that measures 12.33 cu ft. It has 60:40 split-fold rear seats that can increase the boot space to 14.1 cu ft but feel short of space in comparison to hatchbacks.

When pitched against competitors, Honda Civic has the biggest boot at 15.1 cu ft. Ford Focus has the second-best boot space at 13.2 cu ft. Mazda 3 sport having the biggest wheelbase and interior space lacks the boot space at 12.4 cu ft.

The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer measures 182.1 inches in length, 69.4 inches in width, and 58.3 inches in height. It has a ground clearance of 5.5 inches which is low but effective in crossing some undulations.

The wheelbase is 103.7 inches meaning a decent amount of room for passengers to sit. The Lancer also has a good amount of ground clearance, offering 5.5 inches.

In comparison, Honda Civic is the longest among everyone at 182.3 inches. Also, it has the largest wheelbase of 106.3 inches that ties with Mazda 3 sport meaning excellent interior space for passengers. In terms of width, Ford Focus S is an inch wider than the competition at 71.8 inches which gives a good amount of shoulder room. 

The Mitsubishi Lancer is the tallest at 58.3 inches which provides decent headroom to the passengers whereas other cars are low slung in looks. 6.1 inches of ground clearance means Mazda 3 sport clears the road undulations with ease.

The IIHS has rated Mitsubishi Lancer as Good in many categories, a small overlap front passenger-side rating is not available. NHTSA has given Mitsubishi Lancer an overall 4-star rating which shows how good the safety cage is of this vehicle. In terms of safety, Mitsubishi leaves no stone unturned and has a lot of standard safety features such as ABS and Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags, Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags, Curtain 1st and 2nd Row Airbags and Driver Knee Airbag along with traction control and Electronic Stability Control. There is much another safety tech also equipped in the Lancer.

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Airbag Occupancy Sensor
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
• Back-Up Camera

Mitsubishi Lancer vs Ford Focus S

Talking about Ford Focus S there is no denying the fact that it is one of the best vehicles available in its class. It has got sharp handling and excellent build quality which makes it a rewarding driver car.

Also, it has got some new updates for the year 2017/18 and is cheaper than Mitsubishi Lancer by $1,000.

Mitsubishi Lancer vs Honda Civic

The Honda Civic is the best seller in the segment thanks to its excellent safety, comfort, and reliability statistics. It has a great engine and transmission.

Honda has always set a benchmark in its class and Civic is no different. It will always exceed competitors and has been a favorite for many years. The only thing that might hinder the purchaser is the high price even for the base model.

Mitsubishi Lancer vs Mazda 3 Sport

The Mazda 3 sport is a very well built and equipped car. Even the base model gets a lot of safety and technology. The reliability, inspiring handling combined with super comfortable seats easily make it one of the very best choices in the segment. Price is an additional benefit as it's close to the price of Mitsubishi Lancer.

The Mitsubishi Lancer has been the same for a decade. Its rivals are technologically advanced. The interior looks old and tacky but if you look performance-wise it is very rewarding and will not disappoint the driver. It might not be as popular as the Civic or Mazda 3 but one should give it one serious look, who knows it might surprise you. Also, Mitsubishi has ceased the production of Lancer, so you have a unique opportunity to have a piece of history.