4 Star Reviews for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

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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  • Better than I thought - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Very good fuel economy. Easy to drive and comes with a powerfull enough engine. Transmission is very smooth. Its a little bit noisy at high speed. Comes with many options. Excellent financing options plus a 3 year bumper to bumper.

  • Good Car, but Kinda Boring! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Ive had nothing but luck with my Lancer OZ, however after three years I am kinda bored with it. It gets great gas mileage (27-33 mpg) and has had no mechanical problems. It does eat tires and front brakes, I dont drive out of control or use heavy breaks. I live in the country and dont do a lot of stop and go driving. I wish that I had more room to haul things and passenger room. I am 510", however having somewhat tall people in my car is a problem. For a good little commuter this is a perfect car. For someone looking to start a life and a family you may want to keep looking.

  • Like the Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I boughth this car as a cheap 4-door car that got decent gas mileage because of my commute. It has lived up to all of those expectations and "knock-on- wood" has been the most reliable car I have ever had.

  • Fun to drive, easy on the wallet - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The Mitsubishi Lancer is what it is. An inexpensive, comfortable, fun to drive car. The vehicle has an ample, pleasant interior. I have two brother- in-laws over 6 foot tall who say the back seats give them exceptional room. The sound system is excellent and the ride feel is superb. I have cruised along at 90mph with little to no road noise, and no body vibration. This is a solid, reliable car that will get you where your going comfortably, and enjoyably.

  • Worth a look - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought the Lancer after looking at other cars in its class and settled on it because nobody else had one, and the price was right. After a test drive in an OZ I loved it. Its only got 120 HP but the torques in the low-end of the band so you can actually use it. Anybody who complains it needs more power really forgets that for a car that starts at about $14,000 youre looking at an econobox. This isnt to say that the Lancer doesnt have potential; theres plenty to be had if youre willing to pay. Milage has been a steady 27 MPG on my stick, and Ive been very happy with the car. The look and feel of the car are great. Check it out if youre in the entry-level market.

  • Great first car I must say! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Bought it about 7 months ago with 132k miles on it. Was a little skeptical about it but when I drove it, I couldnt believe its 7 years old. Great gas mileage (about 30 mpg combined), fun to drive (in short commutes but not on the highway), and great reliability. I drove like 12k miles in just six months of purchase and needed nothing other than regular oil change. There is some room for improvement such as, temperature knob is hard to rotate and Im not the only one facing this, no abs/cruise. But other than these issues the car is great.

  • The Best Car Ever! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought this car in 12/02. I was so excited to have a brand new car as my first car ever. This car is amazing. Everyone I ran into cant help but admire my beautiful car. I love it. It runs smooth and I get great milage.

  • Not Excellent but Good - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The Lancer is not as refined as the 2001 Sentra (engine/road noise, plush materials). Lot like the Honda and Protege in terms of refinement but a small notch below both in terms of quality of materials. The Protege has larger HVAC controls - and better plastic. Interior space wise, this car is the roomiest. Gas mileage - right now I am averaging 32 mpg - 90% highway.

  • I love my Lancer! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I purchased my Lancer in February of 2002. The reason for my low mileage is because I only drive it to and from work and occasionaly elsewhere. I love everything about it, except the fact that it is only a 2 cylinder. The "pickup" could be better only because it is very slow while going up hills. I have to get up to 45mph to get to 40 mph! That is the only thing I can say that I am not happy with. As far as everything else goes, I think it is an excellant car for me!!

  • great car for price - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    grest little car, good for city driving as well as highway. cute design teenagers love it

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