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Mitsubishi Lancer VI 1.5 (110 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Lancer:
The Mitsubishi Lancer is an automobile that was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1973 until 2024.
The Lancer has been marketed as the Colt Lancer, Dodge Colt, Plymouth Colt, Chrysler Valiant Lancer, Chrysler Lancer, Eagle Summit, Hindustan Lancer, Soueast Lioncel, and Mitsubishi Mirage in various countries at different times, and has been sold as the Mitsubishi Galant Fortis in Japan since 2007. It has also been sold as Mitsubishi Lancer Fortis in Taiwan with a different facelift than the Galant Fortis. In Japan, it was sold at a specific retail chain called Car Plaza....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI Overview:
Mitsubishi Lancer (VI). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Lancer VI was produced before widespread Euro NCAP testing for its segment, and as such, no official Euro NCAP rating is available for this specific generation.
1.5 (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine offering decent acceleration and sufficient power for both city and highway driving, making it a capable daily driver.
Fuel Economy
Likely offers a good compromise between performance and fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable powertrains across the range
- • Wide range of engine options, including a potent GSR variant for enthusiasts
- • Practical and economical for daily use, especially lower trims
- • Affordable to maintain and readily available parts
Cons:
- • Basic interior design and materials, typical for its era
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Ride comfort can be firm on sportier trims
- • Exterior styling is somewhat conservative compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: 1995 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Lancer |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 74.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1468 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 134.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
| Max. weight: | 1500 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4290 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1395 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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