Overview & Reviews

The '02 Lancer is Mitsubishi's replacement for its Mirage economy car, though the Mirage continues this year in coupe format only. The chief reason for the new name (for the U.S., as the car has always been called the Lancer elsewhere) is Mitsubishi's desire to emphasize that the Lancer is more upscale, larger and better-engineered than the old Mirage.

• Large interior, classy exterior styling, many standard features.

• O-Z model lacks performance to back up looks, side airbags and antilock brakes available only on LS trim, no available engine upgrade.

User Reviews:

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  Superb compact sedan - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Tamra - April 14 - 2:00 am

  This is one of the best small compact sedans out there. It has enough power and torque to not be a dog on the road but still maintain great gas mileage. It is very comfortable and handles the road well, especially in turns.

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  Great Car, but no EVO - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By RSGJR - February 14 - 8:36 am

  The 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally is an absolutely great and economic car to purchase, but do not expect high performance. Its a little above average in handling and comfort, but without ABS, traction control, and more than 120 horsepower - it is lacking. I love it and wish I was a mechanic because I would do an engine swap.

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  Lancer ES Review - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Lancer ES Review - December 30 - 1:03 pm

  The car is great, 50,000 miles and still going just as the day I bought it. Very spacious and has no problems. The Adaptive Shift Control provides precise shifts according to my driving. For immediate passing to being a gasoline saver, the adaptive shift control works great. Sure it only has 120 hp and 130 lb feet of torque, but when you step on the gas, the transmission will immediately downshift and you will feel the torque over the power band. Provides great reliability as well. Not one problem reported yet and it has 50,000 miles on it.

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  AWESOME AND LOVN IT - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Ken Martenz - December 15 - 10:00 am

  I just purchased this car and I love it. I test drove many other cars in its class and nothing compared. I love the "boxy" styling like rally cars and I think the car handles like a dream. I am getting on average 30mpg with the 5- speed stick. The pickup is impressive for only 120hp while getting the 30mpg. I dont drive it easy either Im going at least 70-80 on the highways to work and city traffic, let just say duck-and- weave. The car is agile and very quick around corners. Ive taken corners at high speeds and no tire squeel. Over all for what the car is, it is a 10, nothing added nothing subtracted as it comes.

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  Lancer - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By ParCh - November 12 - 2:00 am

  For $1,500 less than civic LX, we got a care which well equipped and fun to drive. Good power and fuel economy, nice interior and exterior and fun to drive. very happy with it specially since it was selected as best pick in crash test.

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  Mitsubishi ES Lancer Automatic - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By d2k2 - October 9 - 10:00 am

  Lively acceleration, roomy interior compare to its class. Better looking than Civic, Corrola, Sentra and the likes. Nice fit and finish, smooth transmission. Very good stereo, overall a well made car. Price for a used one can not be beat compare to the over price Honda

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  Cheap and affordable. - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Bankerman - September 25 - 10:00 am

  Nice little car, looks are ok and all...My only wish is that Mitsubishi would feel good enough about the car to give it a 3YR-36,000 mile bumper to bumper AND a 5YR-60,000 mile power train warranty like Toyota and Nissan does. If Mitsubishi doesnt want to STAND behind THEIR OWN VEHICLE for longer than 36/36,000...then why should I? I mean, I could have bought an extra warranty, but why should I when Toyota and Nissan gives it for free.

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  nice car but needs power - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Lancer_Racer - June 4 - 10:00 am

  its a real fun car to drive but it lacks at top speed it needs more horsepower. if you do get this car for racing plan to put a lot of work into it.

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  Lets remeber what kind of car this is! - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By aka0014 - May 21 - 10:00 am

  I paid 15,500 for my O-Z (with the $500 college rebate=$15,000). What Civic, Focus, Sentra, and/or Corrolla can you get at that price with the 0-Zs extras and all around looks. Secondly, the car is a compact car. If you add more horsepower then it loses its purpose-a good, fun, affordable, attractive fuel efficient car. Of course we all want more horses under that hood. So just order the parts and put it in-problem solved! This car is totally worth the money and then some. Compare it to the top three in its class, and youll see how it by far surpasses the exterior/interior design and amenities that lack in its competitors for the same price.

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  I love this car!! - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By ramona - January 12 - 10:00 am

  Just bought this car and love it!! I bought the 5 speed, and am having a great time driving it. It really is responsive, and the interior has features I wouldnt expect at such a price.