2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Research & Reviews

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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  • Better than I thought - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Very good fuel economy. Easy to drive and comes with a powerfull enough engine. Transmission is very smooth. Its a little bit noisy at high speed. Comes with many options. Excellent financing options plus a 3 year bumper to bumper.

  • Just another Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    OK car. Drives ok and handles nice. No power unless someone gets out and pushes. They are very proud of it as they MSRP the o-Z at 18,000 and the dealer tries to sell $2000.00 more of scotch gaurd and pin strip.

  • Good Car, but Kinda Boring! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Ive had nothing but luck with my Lancer OZ, however after three years I am kinda bored with it. It gets great gas mileage (27-33 mpg) and has had no mechanical problems. It does eat tires and front brakes, I dont drive out of control or use heavy breaks. I live in the country and dont do a lot of stop and go driving. I wish that I had more room to haul things and passenger room. I am 510", however having somewhat tall people in my car is a problem. For a good little commuter this is a perfect car. For someone looking to start a life and a family you may want to keep looking.

  • Watch for the heater/air switch - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I seen a review above me about the heater knob not turning to air conditioning. So I decided to chime in. I had the same issue and so did all 3 of my friends who own the same year lancer. Never on recall and they refused to fix it. 3k was the estimate. I traded it in this year got 2,200 trade because of the knob. It also had issues with the timing belt I had to replace it 2xs under 100k. Transmission started slipping at 90k. Lighted mirror cover broke off. Dont let me deter you. Im sure some of that wear and tear was my fault. Light bulbs burned out quite often watch for water under hood. Drives beautifully in snow. Drove through snow storm, 1 ft deep snow and icy wipers and all.

  • Like the Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I boughth this car as a cheap 4-door car that got decent gas mileage because of my commute. It has lived up to all of those expectations and "knock-on- wood" has been the most reliable car I have ever had.

  • Great Car & 0 Payments for a year. - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought this car in November 02, and I love it. The interior quality is excellent, better then others in its class. Ride on the highway is smooth, and handles great. Over all excellent quality, and a great value.

  • Stylin - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    This baby is the ultimate driving machine, especially for young drivers. Its safe, sporty, fun, and gets great milage. I have the yellow OZ and I love the way it gets attention.

  • My Mitsubishi - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    This has been the most fun Ive had in a car. I have teenage children, and the rear leg room is the best weve found in a midsize car.

  • Fun to drive, easy on the wallet - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The Mitsubishi Lancer is what it is. An inexpensive, comfortable, fun to drive car. The vehicle has an ample, pleasant interior. I have two brother- in-laws over 6 foot tall who say the back seats give them exceptional room. The sound system is excellent and the ride feel is superb. I have cruised along at 90mph with little to no road noise, and no body vibration. This is a solid, reliable car that will get you where your going comfortably, and enjoyably.

  • Good little car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Very good ride as well as an acceptable quiet engine.We chose it over the Civic.

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