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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  Best Looking Car Ever - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By SpartanHelios - March 16 - 9:10 pm

  This is my first new car and I cant think of a better vehicle to ride in. The car has the best character lines I have ever seen. I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone even considering a Civic, Corolla or a Scion. The most bang for your buck in this class period.

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  Lancer 08 - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By lancer 08 - January 23 - 11:26 pm

  Me and my wife both love this car. 13,000 km on it now and preforms great. The style is the best on the road for a sedan. the warranty in Canada is the best on the road. Wish I could have had the 2.4 from the 09, might have more power. Not an overall fan of the CVT. I drove this car in heavy snow all winter and it preformed great. Temperature hit -40 and relays blew with only 2000 km on it. Moisture out of the factory they said. The joys of a new car I guess.

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  I put down my ratte when I was 3 - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By zerokool - November 5 - 12:40 am

  I overall was excited at the purchase of this car. Based on the reviews previously I had read & thought wow this car will have everything Ive been looking for. Afterthoughts of ownership - 1.5 yrs - car is lacking in quality at build. From day one I had asked the tech about engine noise above 2500 rpm. The cabin is always filled with noises of some kind. Recently, the rattles from the doors are killing me. I warn those who buy this vehicle that any car that gives you a rebate will come back to bite you in the end. When they give a 5k rebate, that means youre now 5k down in what you paid for it.

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  Miss my Civic... NOPE! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By GypsyBlu - September 27 - 11:20 pm

  Had a new 06 EX Civic with navi, and loved that car but went for test drive with my son, and fell in love with my new Lancer GTS, The lancer has everything a Techi Woman like me needs and craves. The handling is very solid unlike my Civic, and does not float on the highway at all, the bluetooth and fast Key are a big plus. The auto headlights and all the info screens are something the Civic should have, maybe next year. I loved my Civic, but the toys on this Lancer are too much more fun.

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  Better the 2nd time around - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By citymauler - May 3 - 6:43 am

  This is my 2nd Lancer and so far its great. I owned a 2002 with 167,000 miles on it and never had any other issues than normal wear and tear repairs. The new 2008 Lancer by far handles better, looks better, and after all is a Mitsubishi. You can count on this car staying solid and tight when the miles get up there.

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  Fun for Teen - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Hadeswolf - February 5 - 12:03 am

  Had the GTS CVT for over half a year now, and I have to say, this car is extremely fun to drive. I paid a tad too much for this car, but it was worth every single penny. This car is great, looks aggressive, perfect for those teenage drivers like myself. Although I have to say Im a little disappointed in the engine power, its a blast to drive. The 152 hp engine could be a little better, certainly the 09 GTS with the 2.4 L 168 hp engine will be much faster. The fuel economy is rather good on this car. I get about on average 21 to 22 MPG. But for me this is hard to obtain because as a teenage driver, accelerating slowly doesnt give me a rush of adrenaline.

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  5 Year Review 2008 GTS - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By mba0006 - February 4 - 5:21 pm

  Ive owned my Mitsu for 5 years now. I am trading it in for a 13 Charger b/c I can afford one now. This was a great car! The 150 hp engine felt more along the lines of mid 200s. The cvt transmission is a bit sluggish in the low RPMs but the lancer is a fun car to drive. I am 6-2 and 200lbs. I felt comfortable in the lancer. The back seats were okay, very wide but not much leg room. The GTS is very sporty. The Rocksford sound is great! If youre expecting it to be like the Evo you will be disappointed, but the lancer is still fun to drive and has a practicle MPG and cost. Exterior noise was the one complaint (hwy speeds are noisy) but the RF sound can drown it out ;) For the price range A+

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  Very much underestimated - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By FMF DOC - December 24 - 11:53 am

  I am in the military in the middle of nowhere, so I get a whole lot of highway miles. However, I am from Chicago so I am very much a city driver. The GTS fulfills my needs. My only after market modification is a K&N cold air, and my GTS is superb. Handling is definitely sharp, brakes and safety are more than what you can ask for. Lacks a bit of top end speed but with the right shifting you can overcome more than you think.

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  My Best Sedan Ever - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By FAX68 - December 3 - 5:33 am

  I love my 2008 Mitsubishi Sedan ES Manual with 41,225 miles. It never gave me any problems except for getting use on those computer gadget on the dash. I live in the northeast and drive on Interstate 95 all the time 7 days a week sunny or noreaster. Who said its bad on snow? I realized it is not the car its the tires. I almost hit the railing on 95 but the car tremendously responded on my driving and avoided a total wreck. No power? Just use 4th gear all the time to pass cars. it can pass 2 to 3 cars in a second especially with a manual. The secret is learn to drive this car. "You control the Lancer Dont let the Lancer control you." The Lancer is fast just be aggressive.

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  Mitsu. does not back their product! - 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By mcarm - June 21 - 9:30 am

  Bought in 07-Drawn in by the great new design I decided to give Mitsu a chance. They were rude from the start and never should have bought this car. Had problems with tires, window leaking, sunroof, the car pulls to the left, TERRIBLY CHEAP paint- hundreds of tiny paint chips. Brought the car in over 15 times in the 1.5 yrs I had it. I was always upset over the problems and no one cared. I spoke to everyone that worked at Mitsu and they were disrespectful and rude. I have never been treated so badly. I asked them to check out the paint and that was months ago and never heard back. No matter how good this car looks, do not get it. I hate the comp so much I took a hit and traded it in.