Mitsubishi Lancer dimensions

The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer introduces a sporty alternative to economy sedans, yet doesn't deliver when it comes to refinement or fuel efficiency. Mitsubishi Lancer Sedan offers the following pros: Strong engines in GTS and Ralliart; confident handling; innovative equipment; edgy look-and-feel. Mitsubishi Lancer Sedan drawbacks are: Power-sapping CVT; weak, noisy base engine; poor dashboard materials; no telescoping helm; high price tag of Ralliart.

The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is a compact sedan available in DE, ES, GTS and Ralliart versions (the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is reviewed separately).

The base DE comes with 16-inch metal wheels, rocker-sill bodywork extensions, a tilt-only helm, full performance accessories, a trip computer and a four-speaker CD/MP3 audio. The ES comes with all the aforementioned items and adds air-conditioning, cruise control, keyless entry, updated upholstery, a 60/40-split back bench with a center armrest, manual driver-seat height adjustment, steering-wheel stereo controls and an optional stereo slot for the audio.

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The GTS gains a more comprehensive motor, 18-inch alloy wheels, foglights, a back spoiler, a sport-tuned suspension, keyless ignition/entry, automatic conditioning, sport bucket front seatings with updated material, the Fuse voice-activation system, Bluetooth and a six-speaker audio with a USB port. The Ralliart ups the performance ante with a turbocharged motor, an automated dual-clutch manual transmission (with shift paddles) and all-wheel drive. Also included is radio.

Many features listed are also available on lower trim vehicles as stand-alone features or as part of bundled packages. The Alloy Wheel suite adds 16-inch alloy wheels to the ES trim along with back disc brakes (instead of drums) and a back stabilizer bar. Several cosmetic and aerodynamic enhancement features are also available for the DE and ES trims.

A Touring suite is available for GTS and Ralliart trims and features xenon headlights, a sunroof, a smaller back spoiler, rain-sensing wipers, leather seatings and a nine-speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system with an in-dash Six-cd changer and radio. Also auxillary on all but the DE trim is a navigator that features a 30GB hard drive capable of storing digital audio files.

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