2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Consumer Reviews

Love my lancer 2

Written by: Tim on 06/01/2008

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

After 25,000 miles I had to update my review of my 2006 Lancer SE. Still love it! After reading reviews of Honda Fit and Kia Rio5 (by the way my first choices), reviews cite poor mileage (well below EPA estimates), and some quality issues with the Kia. My Lancer is still running strong, I've done nothing but regular maintenance, and even though I was originally disappointed with the mileage, after further research it looks good (above average). My Mitsubishi has been very reliable

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Only Lancer better would be the EVO

Written by: cmcoggon on 12/17/2007

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I didn't want to get another Lancer as my wife has an '03 OZ, but I was swayed once I test drove it. It powered into traffic without effort. I was pushed into my seat by unexpected torque. I was sold at that point. The frills (sunroof and Infinity sound system) were just the proverbial icing on the cake.

Favorite Features

Short shifter, tower brace, sport suspension.

Suggested Improvements

6th gear for highway driving, turbo.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great Car for the Money!

Written by: telkbear on 08/23/2007

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I have been very happy with Mitsubishi products in the past, so we thought it would be a good move to get another. I am glad we have! Lancer ES has surprisingly good power to get on and off the interstate when needed, and it is very easy on gas! Visibility is great with all of the large windows. The cooling/heating seems to be a good balance for the entire car. A smart buy!

Favorite Features

I love the rear seat function where you can lay the seats down if you need more trunk room. I like the daytime running lights also. I also love cruise control!

Suggested Improvements

Redesign the tilt-wheel handle. It is nice to have tilt-wheel, but you almost have to be a circus performer to get it adjusted correctly due to the handle, but it is nice that it has the tilt feature. Many cars in this price range do not.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Excellent Choice!

Written by: Rafael on 06/09/2007

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I love Mitsubishi cars. My previous car was a 98 Mirage (original owner). I had that car for 9 years and 135k miles and never left me stranded. Awesome little car. I traded in for a new Lancer SE and I couldn't be happier. The Lancer SE has everything i could ask for. The car is so comfortable. Engine is quiet and refined. Fuel economy is good for the class. Fit and finish is excellent. Stereo sounds great. Sun roof and power everything seals the deal for me! I highly recommend the Lancer to anybody looking for a compact car with lots of room and excellent reliability.

Favorite Features

High value. Alcantara seats. Sunroof. Chrome package. Good stereo. Ride. Fit and finish. Quality. Reliability.

Suggested Improvements

A bit more power. A bit better fuel economy. A bit more insulation around doors and windows.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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2006 Lancer

Written by: Bagsy1 on 03/15/2007

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I recently was t-boned on the drivers side. The Lancer was totaled but I walked away. I am completely satisfied with the saftey and reliablity of the car.

Favorite Features

This car is stylish, easy to drive, and easy to ride in.

Suggested Improvements

I didn't really like the fake wood grain on the interior, but one can get used to it.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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A little car that can

Written by: Doo-B on 12/23/2006

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am really a Supra owner, but she has died, so this is what I purchased, brand new, while I rebuild the other car. And let me tell you, I am most impressed. It has a very spacious and comfy cabin. It has a well thought out design and lay out to the controls controls and dash. The stock stereo is not bad at all for being stock. In all there is a fairly organic feel to the cabin. The rear is very spacious. My kids dig it. The trunk space is decent. It handles like a charm. We just received a huge snowfall, and its handling was very quick and precise and though I really was wishing for AWD, I have to say that the FWD did its job well. It has great perk on the highway and drives very well. In all this is a great little car. I highly approve.

Favorite Features

I love the handling. For being a FWD it has great control and authority on the road. It handles the snow fairly well. The manual 5-speed transmission is very smooth and over all it just handles like a champ in poor conditions. The price and warranty are great. Hands down they were a huge deciding factor in my purchase. The fuel economy ROCKS!

Suggested Improvements

Offer standard tinted windows. I just think across the board, the whole line should have it. It also should have a full sized spare. The trunk even has a compartment for a full size spare and yet it does not come standard. Other than that, this is a great economy car.

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It's a Very Good Car

Written by: amrou_samir on 12/19/2006

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

The 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is a very good and economical car. It suits my needs very well, it is a comfortable vehicle for city driving with good gas mileage.

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Can't be Beat!

Written by: Bad in Cairo on 11/29/2006

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Having had numerous foreign cars; Kia, Toyota, Lada and US cars; Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Jeep, I can't find any real issues with this vehicle other than the 1.6 liter engine (standard in the Middle East/African regions) which cranks out 108hp. I average 34-38 highway miles. Considering the roads out my way are not comparative to the US or Europe, I find this car soaks ups the potholes quite well and only time will tell how the FWD components last. But as Japanese cars are like Mercedes and BMW's here....worth the money, I'll buy another Mitsubishi again.

Favorite Features

The interior layout and the Front/Back seats are second to none for comfort on the bad roads with four adults for the long cruises.

Suggested Improvements

Offer more trunk space and the option of the 2.4 liter engine avalibility around the globe for all the Lancer models.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Giving Leeway

Written by: justicopimp on 11/27/2006

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I thought that the car was very much a cheap and quick rip off. I wish I had seen this before I bought it because I now know it thoroughly. It is quick through town, but has slow acceleration on the highways.

Favorite Features

The handling, manual transmission, clutch give, and the available colors.

Suggested Improvements

Too much to be improved.

0 out 13 people found this review helpful

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2006 Lancer Ralliart

Written by: davidl on 11/24/2006

Vehicle

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

Review

The car does everything well! Just don't think you have an EVO! This is a great car, it handles great and is very fun!

Favorite Features

The great brakes and nice seats. Fun car!

Suggested Improvements

A little more horsepower! Everything else is great!

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