Overview & Reviews

The '02 Lancer is Mitsubishi's replacement for its Mirage economy car, though the Mirage continues this year in coupe format only. The chief reason for the new name (for the U.S., as the car has always been called the Lancer elsewhere) is Mitsubishi's desire to emphasize that the Lancer is more upscale, larger and better-engineered than the old Mirage.

• Large interior, classy exterior styling, many standard features.

• O-Z model lacks performance to back up looks, side airbags and antilock brakes available only on LS trim, no available engine upgrade.

User Reviews:

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  good/great - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By jeffskibo - November 20 - 2:20 pm

  great looks both interior and exterior. Corners really well and a smooth ride, however severely lacks power which is a trade-off for great gas mileage.

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  lancer - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By hmperz - November 27 - 10:00 am

  I love the look of the car. Its different. Sporty but not extravagent. The engine department could use a little more power. But, I am extremely impressed in the gas mileage. The handleability of the vehicle is ok.

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  Great Stlye poor quality - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Disapointed - November 27 - 10:00 am

  I love the way it looks on the outside. very satisfied with the interior. Extremely disappointed with quality. Ive had my car for 10months now , have 22300 miles on it. So you can see I drive alot. About at the 9mos mark the car started to rattle near the rear. The service department has not been able to figure out why. This is something I would have expected from my last car the Plymouth Breeze. The main reason I switched to Mitsu, to avoid these ridiculous problems extremely disappointed.

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  Excellent Car indeed - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By drepp77 - November 14 - 2:00 am

  The handling for this car is amazing. Comparable to that of a high end BMW. The turning radius (as almost every review has said) is the best of any auto of its class and those two combined have gotten me out of several tight spots in both driving and parking in nyc. LACK OF POWER is driving me to get the evo 7 coming out next week, but my current Lancer is outstanding nonetheless.

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  not too shabby - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Squirrelly Rascal - October 25 - 2:00 am

  people seem to slam this car in its performance. Two of my friends have cvics, and as far as Im concerned this car is more fun to drive, and at least as peppy. I paid 16.5K and compared to the civic, golf, etc I think it fares well, sure more power would be great, but lets not forget the great interior, ride quality, check it out

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  The OZ is pretty OK - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By sr71 - June 11 - 1:13 pm

  Fun car to drive at a good price. But this car just lacks the power to back up its looks. And the tires that it comes with are about a sticky as wet ice. The front end needs a strut bar as it does have some flex, and higher rate springs and dampers are needed. And the air box needs to be replaced, the poor thing is starving for air. Great 3rd or 4th car. Tops for kids a lot of show but very, very little go.

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  The Lancer - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By JTaylor - April 14 - 2:00 am

  The Lancer is a comfortable car to drive. It is peppy and can out manuver alot of cars that I have driven in the past. I have had no problems starting it in the cold weather. The only problem I have had is in the snow. The car tends to slid alittle too much.

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  Great Car, but no EVO - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By RSGJR - February 14 - 8:36 am

  The 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally is an absolutely great and economic car to purchase, but do not expect high performance. Its a little above average in handling and comfort, but without ABS, traction control, and more than 120 horsepower - it is lacking. I love it and wish I was a mechanic because I would do an engine swap.

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  Positive experience - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By LYN TRAVIS - January 12 - 2:00 am

  After driving what seemed like every car in town, I bought the OZ Lancer because of its great combination of sporty style and pure practicality. At 6 foot 2 inches tall, I found the interior to fit better than most of the competition. styling is sporty without being to over the top at least in white. The interior is very functional and sporty with all the necessary amenities. This car handles well and has really good ride. The adaptive automatic transmission does a great job of agreeing with your driving style.I would probably not buy this car if you are looking for real performance car but if your looking for a little pizazz without giving up any practicality, this is the car.

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  This car is ok... - 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By yeo_yeo - August 31 - 10:00 am

  Ill give the OZ some credit...where credit is due. Its not a bad car, just not my kind of car. Ive been driving Trans Ams all my life and the OZ just doesnt have the power that Im used to. I really like the wheels, although 16s or 17s would be better, and the look of the car is just furocious.