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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  • GREAT CAR! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Ive had my Lancer for over a year and so far Ive loved it, it has only broke down on me one time the camshaft sensor went out than my battery went out but other than that its been a great car. I did notice that people have been saying that they had problems with the temperature knob I have too ever since I bought the car!

  • Good ride - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Its been a good car in the two and a half years I have had it. I have only had to replace the front left strut at 26000 miles because of speed bumps and crappy roads. I put an K&N air filter and an aftermarket exhaust on and I get 38 miles to the gallon on the freeway. Its not the fastest car, but sure is fun to drive.

  • Stay Away - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    This is the worst car I have ever owned. At 35,000 miles I already needed a new clutch. At 37,000 miles I needed new brake pads, shocks and struts, a new piston, new timing belt and a new head gasket. Since I am so upside down on the car because of Mitsus "wonderful" no payments/interest for 1 year, I had no choice but to fix everything totaling over $2200. Do not buy this car!!!! You would be better off driving a Kia.

  • LOve it - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Pick it up last night Couldnt stop Driving. Yes No exotic inside but i knew that before i got the car But I love it

  • Lancer OZ - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    great all around economy car.

  • Worth a look - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I bought the Lancer after looking at other cars in its class and settled on it because nobody else had one, and the price was right. After a test drive in an OZ I loved it. Its only got 120 HP but the torques in the low-end of the band so you can actually use it. Anybody who complains it needs more power really forgets that for a car that starts at about $14,000 youre looking at an econobox. This isnt to say that the Lancer doesnt have potential; theres plenty to be had if youre willing to pay. Milage has been a steady 27 MPG on my stick, and Ive been very happy with the car. The look and feel of the car are great. Check it out if youre in the entry-level market.

  • Great Little Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    I have owned my Mitsubishi Lancer since 2/2004 and its great. My car now has a total of 57,000 miles and still runs like new. The standad features are better than any other compact cars. It has a quiet ride and a great OEM sound system. This car has not given a single problem since I purcahsed it. It gets great gas milage and has execellent performance for a 4-cyl. vehicle.

  • Great first car I must say! - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Bought it about 7 months ago with 132k miles on it. Was a little skeptical about it but when I drove it, I couldnt believe its 7 years old. Great gas mileage (about 30 mpg combined), fun to drive (in short commutes but not on the highway), and great reliability. I drove like 12k miles in just six months of purchase and needed nothing other than regular oil change. There is some room for improvement such as, temperature knob is hard to rotate and Im not the only one facing this, no abs/cruise. But other than these issues the car is great.

  • Mitsubishi ES Lancer Automatic - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    Best car for the monney. Better look than CIVIC , TOYOTA, NISSAN

  • My Super Car - 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
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    The 2003 Lancer is a great car to modify. A lot of people complain that it is lacks prower, but all it needs is a high flow cat and muffler and a cold air intake with light rims and ngk iridium plugs. Im doing 0-60 in about 5.5 seconds.

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