Overview & Reviews

The Sportback wagon, introduced just last year, has been discontinued for 2005. The LS sedan is also gone. The O-Z Rally receives newly designed O-Z racing wheels, and the ES Convenience package is upgraded with color-keyed mirrors, cruise control and intermittent wipers. The Sun & Sound package is now available on the O-Z Rally.

• Spacious and nicely appointed interior, smooth power delivery, comfortable ride, spirited acceleration in Ralliart model.

• Base engine lacks punch, ABS and side airbags not available on all models, small trunk.

User Reviews:

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  lancer - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By jeremy - February 1 - 12:50 pm

  i Like it it is way better than my previous car- Honda Civic EX 4 door automatic. i love the way the engine revs and it is a very fun car to drive in or pick up my little brother. As a junior n high school this car is soo cool.

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  04 Manual Ralliart - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Katy - October 22 - 5:50 am

  Ive had this car for nine months now and havnt had a problem yet. Its a fun car to drive, has great pickup, and gets you a lot of attention on the road. Awesome after 3500 RPM when the Mivec engine kicks in! I feel that I made a great choice on deciding to get the Ralliart.

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  Mitsubishi... I love you. - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By LeAnna - January 2 - 2:16 am

  I could not understand buying this car in anything but manual. It allows you to get every ounce of power out of the 120 hp engine. The OZ, spec wise, is just a base Evo so it is great for a tuner car. For all ages looking for something peppy and sporty without having to compromise comfort. This car has provided enough room to fit two 6 adult males in the back comfortably for a road trip. Turning radius: this car can turn circles without the inside tire leaving its place. Performance is definitely a 10 for the power out of the small engine and the great handling and soundness on the road. Fairly quiet drive.

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  Handles like a charm - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By James - October 15 - 7:46 pm

  I just got my Lancer Ralliart last month and the handling is great. As for the performance stock my friends Spec V can take it but with a little money all he can see is my clear tail lights. This car is great around turns and rides smooth. The all around performance and handling is great for this FWD Sedan. You must drive it to understand.

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  Needs more ponies - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Lane - October 3 - 11:26 pm

  I got my car brand new with 7 miles on it 3 of which I put on during a test drive. I just wish it came with more stock hosepower. I have a DMT racing muffler which I got a ticket for so that helps a little. It handles awsome and is just a sweet ride.

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  Still a great car after all these year (and miles) - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Bruce B - September 25 - 12:56 am

  Most reviewers here only had a few thousand miles on their Lancers when they wrote them. Im a little different: Bought my 05 O-Z Rally used in 2012 with nearly 160,000 miles on it. Knew very little about Mits cars and sort of held my breath because, well, it had 160K miles on it. Five years and 55,000 more miles later, Ive never breathed easier with a car. Just passed 215K and it still runs almost flawlessly. Not as powerful as a Ralliart, apparently, but I DID hit 108 MPH shortly after buying it and couldve gone faster. Gets about 31 MPG on highways, 26-17 MPG in town. Engines a little noisy, but not bad for a 4-banger. Good stereo system, better after I put a Pioneer deck on. Lots of interior room, especially in front, with comfy seats. Ive never had a real problem with it and its a nice LOOKING car on top of that. Considering how I was sort of rolling the dice when I bought it, Im not sure Ive ever had a better, more reliable car (and believe me, Ive had quite a few). Ive been holding off on buying a truck simply because I cant imagine any of them will run better than this one. Why try fixing something that isnt broken?

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  I love this car!! :) - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Lisa - January 3 - 7:26 pm

  I just got rid of a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage LS to buy a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer OZ Rally, and this car is so much more peppier and "alive" than my Mirage! This is an extremly fun car! Its very comfortable, and everything is in perfect reach! It runs great! Of course Ive only had it for a few months, and every new car will be perfect in the beginning. I had my Mirage for 4 years, and I never had a problem with it, except that the paint on the front bumper of my car was somehow cracking and getting dull...Im not sure what happened there. I guess its too hot in Arizona!! :)

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  excellent car - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By biglou - May 2 - 10:00 am

  this car is fun to drive is laike the evo but for alot less.

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  Excellent car for price - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By lotte311 - April 27 - 12:59 am

  I bought my car in 2005 with 12000 miles on it. I am now crossing the150k mark. I have not had any major issues. I have performed all recommended maitaince. The only major repair so fair was a LF inner wheel which was done last year at 125K miles. I am now routinely making 1200 mile round trips to another state and this car powers through the drive. Pretty good for its value, not the prettiest car on the road but if you are looking for good value for your money then this is it. I still get an average of 25 miles in town. On my last trip out of state I did 30miles/gallon on highways.

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  Fun and Pratical - 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By JVan - December 26 - 11:23 am

  This car is practical and sporty. The four doors are nice to have, I have no problem taking four friends anywhere. I have had it for two years now and havent had a single problem yet. Its gas mileage isnt even that bad, with about 24 mpg in the city. It handles pretty well with upgraded tires. I dont like how high the RPMs are at highway speed, 3,000 at about 100km/h.