Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is completely redesigned. It hasn't grown much in size, but a sleek new exterior design, improved driving dynamics and a long list of features make the Lancer more appealing in the compact sedan class.

• Stout chassis, confident handling, paddle-shift automatic available in GTS trim.

• No stability control or telescoping steering wheel, only one engine currently available.

User Reviews:

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  5 Year Review 2008 GTS - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By mba0006 - February 4 - 5:21 pm

  Ive owned my Mitsu for 5 years now. I am trading it in for a 13 Charger b/c I can afford one now. This was a great car! The 150 hp engine felt more along the lines of mid 200s. The cvt transmission is a bit sluggish in the low RPMs but the lancer is a fun car to drive. I am 6-2 and 200lbs. I felt comfortable in the lancer. The back seats were okay, very wide but not much leg room. The GTS is very sporty. The Rocksford sound is great! If youre expecting it to be like the Evo you will be disappointed, but the lancer is still fun to drive and has a practicle MPG and cost. Exterior noise was the one complaint (hwy speeds are noisy) but the RF sound can drown it out ;) For the price range A+

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  Paint chips - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Jacki Monnat - May 14 - 10:03 am

  After 6 weeks of owning the car and 3,000 miles I noticed Paint chips on the side in front of the rear tires. I took it to the dealer and they took pictures and sent them to Mitsubishi and they said they wouldnt cover it that it was my fault. The front tires kick off stones causing a sandblasting to the side of the car. They said they didnt make mud flaps for them yet. It gets worse everyday. I see more people are having the same problem. I am now filling out paper work for the attorney General.

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  More Power - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Desprate For Power - December 28 - 12:00 pm

  Okay there is the DE Lancer the ES Lancer and the GTS, I own the GTS and I just dont see the point, because it looks just like the others. I have the CVT transmission which makes the 0-60 an astonishing 11.7 seconds. It is extremely underpowered and overpriced for that power, you can get the same car in the DE or the ES. you can order the same accessories as well. The car weighs 3100 lbs, and puts 139 hp to the wheels. I put rims on my GTS and it looks amazing, but needless to say wouldnt they all. I would also say get it without the spoiler if you ever hope to see out of the rear window. It is a great car I can say that!

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  Not a bad ride. - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By IdleWanderlust - July 4 - 2:33 pm

  Bought a fully loaded Lancer GTS manual with sun and sound package and navigation, Love it, car gets better fuel economy that I expected, combined city/hwy of 29.3mpg and straight hwy at about 34 or so. Not bad when usually traveling at about 75mph. The only complaint I have is the car pulls slightly to the left and my dealership has stated there is no issue. I am hoping they will get it resolved soon as I went back and test drove another GTS and found no noticeable pull. I am starting to think that the suspension might need adjustment as the other GTS I tested had a much tighter steering which I preferred.

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  2008 GTS Lancer w/ Sun & Sound - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By zunescene - November 1 - 11:50 pm

  I really like the appearance of the car and how it feels spacious inside. The paddle shifters are really really fun. The CVT does not like to run in high rpms or go fast but it does like to conserve gas. I like to switch between auto and manual depending on my mood.

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  I like this car - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Tom in Vegas - June 20 - 1:50 am

  I was set on buying a Mazda6 until I stumbled upon this car. What I like the most is the comfort inside. Its got lots of room and the seats are comfortable. I really like the radio controls on the steering wheel, they are very convenient. I got a better price and got more than I would have with the 6. So far I am very happy.

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  Decent Car - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By mike - January 31 - 9:46 pm

  I bought my mitsu in 2008 and am very surprised I dont see more of these around. I love the sporty design on the outside especially with the dark gray color looks exactly like a shark. The interior is comfortable and clean looking but some of the interior plastics are cheap. I also dont like the upholstery a kind of felt material that my dogs hair clings too. I find the gas mileage adequate but power is a little low;although through corners it definitely shows a sportier side. The rockford fosgate stereo is awesome as well as the easy to use navigation system. The tires make the car useless in snow because they are summer time ones. Also, starting the car is a little rough in really cold weather

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  Great Car For The Money - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By hayesd2 - August 20 - 12:33 am

  I bought the 08 new and have had it now for a little over a year. I have the "sun and fun" package along with the wing on the rear. The only real flaw I can think of is that the car should have had a 6th gear. Gas mileage would have been far better and the wear and tear on the engine would be reduced. I would buy it again