Mitsubishi Lancer seventh generation
The Mitsubishi Lancer seventh generation (2000–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: CS · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, United States, and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,470–4,540 mm RDW | – | 4,495–4,605 mm |
| Width | 1,700 mm RDW | – | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm RDW | – | 1,375–1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm RDW | – | 2,600 mm |
| Front track | 1,470 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,470 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,160–1,310 kg RDW | – | 1,399 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,260–1,410 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,750–1,800 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 400 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 311–708 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,605–2,662 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 181 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 150–176 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/50R16, 195/55R15, 195/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 77.1% (76.3–77.8) | 69.2% | 11,388 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34.8% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 28.6% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 22.8% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 21.0% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 14.4% | 18.6% |
| Steering | 10.9% | 7.7% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
502 complaints for model years 2000–2007. 60 crashes · 5 fires · 44 injuries · 2 deaths
- Visibility and wipers 113
- Airbags 81
- Transmission and drivetrain 46
- Suspension 34
- Electrical system 21
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 16 versions of the Mitsubishi Lancer seventh generation
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United Kingdom 5 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20101.6 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8–7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 163–166 g/km |
| 2006–20101.6 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 191 g/km |
| 2006–20101.6 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 195 g/km |
| 2006–20102 · 2.0 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 207 g/km |
| 20001.6 GLX Estate | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 188 g/km |
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2007SOHC, CMODE CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 221–240 g/km |
| 2002–2007SOHC | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25–27 MPG (8.7–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 205–221 g/km |
| 2004–2006SOHC, CMODE CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2004–2006SOHC | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 2002–2003SOHC | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 2002–2003SOHC, CMODE CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2006Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.6–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221–228 g/km |
| 2003–2006Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.7–9.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 200–209 g/km |
| 2004–2006Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 237 g/km |
| 2004–2006Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.4–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–248 g/km |
| 2004Station wagon: Small | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.