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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  Awesome car at an awesome value - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By melacon - October 1 - 4:50 am

  At this pricepoint you cant get much more cool stuff, and cool looks, crammed into one car. All the techno stuff aside, I really enjoy the overall feel of the car. Its pretty fun to drive, and its very comfortable doing it.

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  Love it! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By ksampsel - September 13 - 1:16 am

  I purchased the GTS model with the 5 speed manual, with the sun and sound package, and the navi and tech options. Handles great, stereo system is awesome (Rockford), lots of features for your money. You do hear a lot of road noise and engine noise. I think they need a quieter engine. It sounds like its knocking. They took away from the quality of the interior for all of the electronic features. I love this car, though, its fun to drive. As far as power I thinks it performs well. I was doing 60 from traffic light to traffic light without realizing it.

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  I wanted a Mustang - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Sarahzsmyl - July 11 - 4:46 pm

  I really wanted a 2007 Mustang, but I started comparing, and chose this one. I couldnt be happier. I got an Electric Blue Lancer GTS with the nav system. The car runs smoothly, handles well, and looks great. With 18" wheels, the ride can be a little rough, but thats ok. The car is gorgeous. I get looks where ever I go. Ive used three tanks so far and get good mpg, about 32 hwy and 26 city. The paddle shifters are fun, but prefer to use the stick to hold it into 2nd gear for acceleration. And so far, thats the only real draw back, it can be hard to get up to speed in auto-mode. But, kick it into manual mode, and all that goes away. I dont regret my choice at all.

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  2008 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Doug McKay - June 23 - 6:16 am

  Mitsubishi has a winner on their hands with the new 2008 Lancer. Everything from styling to creature comforts has helped raise the bar for this class of sedan. The car is a joy to drive, and the paddle shifters for the CVT transmission on the GTS model allow you to keep the engine in its sweet spot while carving through tight corners. The car is built tight with no squeaks or rattles of any kind. The optional 650 watt Rockford Fosgate audio system packs a punch, especially with the included subwoofer. I would recommend this car without hestitation.

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  Lancer GTS looks like twice the price - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Geodude - April 11 - 10:36 pm

  The Lancer GTS is a lot of bang for the buck! I looked at cars in the same class as well as some upscale makes in the same size. Hands down this car is the best value and absolutely the best looking including cars costing much more money. Ive never had so many compliments at stop lights and convenience stores. Mitsubishi may well be on their way to moving up the sales ladder with this fantastic car with Japanese reliability!

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  Lots of toys for the money!! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By SoSassy - February 25 - 8:56 am

  Traded my Montero Sport which I loved but it didnt have any toys in it. Shopped for weeks and no other car or SUV could offer 1/2 of the options my Lancer GTS has for the price I paid. I got everything including dealer aftermarket leather which I love. I almost went with the aqua but I am so glad I changed my mind and got the Graphite Grey with tinted windows. It looks so sporty but, still very classy. Even with the suggested improvements I note, I have no regrets whatsoever... okay one, I really wanted a nav system with real time traffic maps. Oh well, got to compromise a little unless price is no issue for you.

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  Love my Lancer! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By khusin - September 9 - 11:43 pm

  Bought my GTS 4 months ago and i am really enjoying it! Exterior looks great, i get compliments wherever i go. It lacks a bit of power at first but fast once up to speed, and extremely fun to drive. I have taken it to a few mountain passes and driven it along the California coast and i couldnt be happier with it. The car handles very well with very good steering feel, although with the 18" stock wheels on the GTS it can be jarring at times. Rockford system sounds great and the sun roof is a plus. Plenty of room for me and three friends. My only complaint is the use of some cheap plastics on the interior which tend to rattle a little with the sub turned up. Overall tho i LOVE this car!

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  Great for what you pay for! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By atoice - August 19 - 5:20 pm

  Keep it simple. You get a great overall car for what you pay for. Now, I have owned plenty of cars in my life, but for the buck. I got a great car. Looked at Corollas, Mazda3s, Civics, and Sentras. I could have gotten these options on the competitors, but would have cost me probably 2k-3k more out the door.

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  Good car - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Shane - July 22 - 2:43 am

  Loved this car, I have the ES. Nice cheap car to get you around. Have taken it to Dallas and back a few times which is about 4.5 hours away from me. Loved driving it every mile of the way. Havent had any problems with it at all yet. The engine doesnt feel that luckluster for a tiny 4 cylinder which is good. Car is amazingly sharp when just putting tint on the windows and giving it a good wash. A real looker. Gas mileage is awesome, I drive the highway to work and back and get around 33mpg when I dont use the a/c. Very very nice car, I would recommend it to anyone who doesnt have kids. Backseat is a little small.

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  A lot of car for the money - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By ChrisF - June 4 - 4:03 am

  Plain and simple, cant get more for your money with any other car. Options match that of a Acura or Lexus. Fast key is awesome, navigation is easy to use, 650 watt sound system is the best stock system I have ever heard and the sunroof is, well a sunroof. Bluetooth is cool and music server is sweet. Interior is comfortable, exterior is slick with 18 in wheels to top it off. 6sp CVT has some giddy up and the paddle shifters makes it an overall fun car to drive. Its not an EVO so dont expect it to drive like one.