1996-2001 Lancer OverviewMitsubishi Lancer Overview (1996 - 2001)
1996 - 2001
Tech Specs Summary
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- 96 - 152 mph
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- 4.9 - 16.2 seconds
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- 67 - 276 hp
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- 22.8 - 38.6 mpg
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- 2,359 - 2,998 lbs
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- 14.8 - 17 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.6 - 26.1 ft3 (Wagon)
This generation of the Mitsubishi Lancer was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi between 1996 - 2001. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are four power levels available, ranging from a 67 hp 2 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 276 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Lancer is the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI which scores 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 276 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.87 lb/hp it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mitsubishi Lancer 2000 GLX Wagon Diesel is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 509 miles and can store 16.6-26.1 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,205 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
