Overview & Reviews

The Ralliart debuts, bringing a 237-horsepower engine, all-wheel drive and an automated-clutch manual transmission to the Lancer lineup. The GTS trim gets more performance via a newly standard 2.4-liter 168-hp four-cylinder engine. The DE and ES trim levels retain the 2.0-liter 152-hp four. The GTS also gains new gauges this year, while the Fast Key keyless ignition and entry system migrates to the Sun and Sound package, leaving the hard-drive navigation system as a stand-alone option. The ES trim gains an optional Sport package that includes some of the GTS's styling elements, such as the big rear wing.

• Confident handling, impressive value, full array of available high-tech equipment, edgy styling, strong engines in GTS and Ralliart trims.

• No stability control except on Ralliart, power-sapping CVT, noisy base engine, subpar interior materials, unimpressive fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  Powertrain Problems - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Mitsi Problems - June 18 - 10:36 am

  We bought this GTS in Oct 08 from Northside Mitsubishi in Edmonton. The car looked great and seemed to be fairly tight. We were pretty excited being our first new car for my wife. at 4000km, the rear main engine seal half way through a 1200km trip. The engine needed to be pulled and the seal replaced. Roadside assistance did nothing for us and we limped 600km to the dealership, filling oil every 50km. At 6400 the transmission started packing it in and will be going in for replacement on April 13th 2009. The company will do nothing for us other then repairing the major issues even when they struggle in todays market. Replacing the vehicle would be the solution, which they declined.

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  Some Good, Some Bad - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By jenniewray - May 16 - 5:50 am

  When we first got the Lancer in mild weather it was fantastic - we felt like we were driving a luxury car! We first noticed an issue with the radio/speakers a few months ago. The radio didnt actually start to make noise until the dial was at 15. Last week, anytime anything other than talk radio the speakers are now crackling. Since winter started the rear door windows are taking FOREVER to defrost (over an hour) and interior parts are rattling (locks on the doors, back window, silver stripe on the passenger door). We called the dealership and they told us there was nothing they could do about the rattling or the defrost issues as when it gets cold thats what happens. Nice response!

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  09 Lancer sports - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Jldixon - March 20 - 11:03 pm

  Very dependable,low maintenance and average interior. Has great reliability. Ownership since new.

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  Had an 08 Now 09 - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By idlewanderlust - February 22 - 5:33 am

  Traded in my 08 Lancer GTS for the 09 GTS, this is a much improved Lancer over the year. The HP gain is nice but what really helps is the torque gain. The care will actually pull you from a stop and has the needed thrust when entering the highway.

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  Fun and Affordable - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Boshi - November 27 - 5:23 am

  The GTS is nicely equipped for a vehicle under 25k with nice pick up and go especially in the midrange rpm. The interior is fairly sleek with blue accent instrument panel. The 9 speaker Rockford stereo system definitely thumps with a 10" woofer in the trunk. The mileage is pretty good for highway driving. Ive been averaging 28 mpg which is what i was getting on my ford focus but this car definitely has the fierce look to it. A real head turner.

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  Great car! with a couple gripes - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By ajkassay - October 31 - 4:44 pm

  I got this car used almost 2 years ago with 12k miles. now, with 35k miles, its still great. havent had a single issue with it yet. gas mileage isnt the best, but its fine. driving this car is great, the confident handling makes this car pleasing to drive. I just wish the engine had just a bit more power, and a little more quiet, but it gets the job done. I also love the interior and the rockford fosgate sound system, its one of the things that make this car such a great value. However, my biggest complaint is the paint. Its terrible! It scratches very easily, which gets frustrating over time. And since i live in a hot climate, im worried about the suns toll on the paint.

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  Fun but slightly problematic - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Chris - April 21 - 3:06 pm

  This car is solid, Ive never had this much fun driving before, the handling and suspension are amazing and just taking a corner is an experience. Fuel Economy is fairly good when youre not too busy having with it. This car also has a few problems. Ive had my clear coat start to come off, constant rattling in the car from when its unlocked, very bad road noise and other tad bits.

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  Fun to Drive and Dependable! - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By jamster3 - March 27 - 5:04 am

  I bought my lancer brand new 6 years ago. It has 110K miles and still runs great! In that time, I took good care of it (nothing extreme), but I replaced the air filter at least once a year, changed the oil about every 5500 miles. Have had 3 sets of tires, changed the front brakes and battery once. Changed the transmission oil twice and thats about it. I still get between 30-32 miles on the highway and about 22 around town. The car has great torque for what it is. Though its not a luxury vehicle (especially the interior), when Im at a stop light, sometimes its hard to tell if the car is still running. thats how good the engine still is.

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  Ralliart Experence - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Bob - August 4 - 4:36 pm

  I have had this car since June of 09 and drove for about 13,000 miles B 4 selling it. I do think it is important to give a review after having a car for awhile to get to know it. The Ralliart for the money was a good car. Built like a tank, quick, agile, and had good looks. It felt like you were driving around in a shell, road noise permeated the cabin, stock tires were very poor. The car improved greatly when they were replaced with Toyo T1Rs. Handling and road noise were greatly reduced. Good car for the money but needs some refinements. Happy with it overall.

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  Too bad for the paint job - 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By bpd295 - March 24 - 11:43 pm

  After owning the vehicle for six months, the paint in the rear quarter panels is chipping by the rear doors. I took this to the dealer and they nearly laughed at me. The service manager encouraged me to file a fraudulent insurance claim to so that they could get compensated and repaint the vehicle for me. Body shop people stated that this is a design flaw and a lot of Lancers are having this problem. I was actually told to just budget for body work every year. Such a shame because I love the car otherwise.