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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  • 8.8 - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    this car is a really fun car to drive, its smooth, quiet,and it handles well. yes the engine is not that fast, but it is not the slowest car out there. the car is stylish and i think that it is diffrent than most of the cars in its class. though the jetta and the mazda 6 are better overall cars, for the money, the lancer is a really good buy.

  • With Help...a Great Little Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I purchased my manual 2003 O-Z Lancer new in Dec. of 2002 and have 52,000 miles on it. The only problem I have noticed is a delay in staring in the summer months...due to the higher concentration of ethanol in the gas. It has no problems when driving, just starting. I put in NGK Iridium plugs a few months back and that seemed to have corrected that. If your not having the problem, I would not recommend those plugs, they are too expensive and the gain is minimal. Mostly though the car is a great everyday driver. Comfort-wise, its a very good deal for the money. Its performance is lacking, but with the help of the automotive aftermarket and a $1,000 investment, anyone with a tool set can remedy that.

  • Good car! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The Lancers standard equipment is great not cheap and flimsy like in some of the domestic cars Ive had. This car is fun to drive and can take the numerous potholes of the roads of PA with out jolting you around like a youre riding in a dryer on four wheels unlike my old Subaru. More than 120 horses would make it a little bit more exciting to drive.

  • Fun Commuter - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The OZ Rally may look like its Rally cousin, but is more distant than its appearance and name may suggest. If you are expecting a sports car, look elsewhere. If you are looking for an economical commuter that looks good and is fun to drive, this is your car! Its quiet, roomy, smooth, predictable, and comfortable.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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