2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.44/5 Average
118 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Midway through the year, Mitsubishi will unleash its Lancer Evolution, a rally racing-inspired road burner that sends 271 horsepower through all four of its 17-inch wheels.

Pros:
  • Roomy cabin, relaxed and quiet at freeway speeds, smooth ride.
Cons:
  • Underpowered engine, ABS and side airbags only available on LS version.

User Reviews:

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  • Fun and Reliable Commuter - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I drove just about every other car in its class (including the far more powerful sports sedans) and was not planning on buying the Lancer. After test-driving the O-Z Rally, however, I was sold. The power was decent, but the ride was incredible. Great handling, comfortable seats and a feel for the road trumped all the reviews I read. I didnt count on the reliability, though. 10 months and 20,000 miles later Ive had no problems. Definitely consider the O-Z.

  • favorite car in the world!! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    the mitsubishi lancer is an awsome car! its quick,agile,and comfertible.there is nothing to hate about thiscar.from its sleek and sporty design,to it its torquey and smooth reving engine.this car is the best!its very roomy and has a huge trunk.its a great family car,as well as a great tuner car!if your looking for a car with good milage,speedy acceleration,and a smooth ride,this is the car for you!

  • My Lancer - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought this car used with 33,000 miles on it in June of 2004. It is now the end of 2009. The first 100,000 miles were okay, I had two recalls that I had to get taken care of and its a good thing my mechanic is honest and told me it was a recall to call the dealership, one of the parts alone was almost $1000. Well, now the last six months Ive had the entire front end replaced, ignition coil, alternator, and the catalytic converter replaced. The parts on this car are outrageous. I will not buy a Mitsubishi again. I bought a foreign car figuring I wouldnt need to replace these things before 150,000. Due to the cost of parts I might actually buy an American car!!

  • Lancer Oz-Rally - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought this car because I wanted an inexpensive four door as my first car. The mileage is a big plus, although it isnt as great as the new honda hybrid which is only a few thousand more.

  • 2003 Lancer ES - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    This car is somewhat fun to drive. However, just pray that nothing goes wrong. Even a minor problem can be very expensive to fix. The reason is the car is constructed in modules, like a lego set. If one little piece of the module breaks, you have to replace the whole thing. For example, the plastic door on the heating duct got warped. (This is a small plastic piece that moves to switch you from cool air to hot air.) Cost to fix: $3000 because the entire heating/air conditioning module had to be replaced. My mechanic told me the same problem would have cost $100 to fix on a Honda.

  • GOOD CAR - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    THIS HAS BEEN THE BEST CAR I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE. ITS REALLY COOL TO DRIVE AND IT IS REALLY ENJOYABLE TO HAVE. I BEEN REALY HAPPY SINCE I HAVE IT THE CAR IS GOOD ON GAS AND ALL THAT WONDERFUL THINGS. IF PEOPLE ASK ME WHAT TYPE OF CAR THEY SHOULD BUY ILL SAY THE MITSUBISHI LANCER.

  • Lancer - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Tested the Civic,slightly more money,I found it less refined.The Lancer beat it ,in my eyes.Thats coming from a guy who just bought an Odyssey.

  • Good Stuff - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Just got a new one, so far it is great. Smallish engine but enough power to move when it has to. But the big test is how it handles in the snow, wont find that out for a couple months!

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