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Mitsubishi Lancer VIII Wagon 1.6 i 16V (98 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)
VIII Wagon Overview:
Mitsubishi Lancer (VIII Wagon). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1360 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 181 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 i 16V (98 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for daily commuting and light loads, but lacks spirited acceleration, especially on highways.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its class, offering a balanced blend of performance and efficiency for urban and mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical wagon body style
- • Generally reliable and durable engines
- • Good fuel economy on 1.6L manual variants
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
Cons:
- • Uninspired interior design and materials
- • Automatic transmission significantly dulls performance and economy
- • Lack of powerful engine options (apart from 2.0L)
- • Modest safety rating compared to newer rivals
- • Can feel underpowered with full load (1.6L)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cedia: 2000 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Lancer |
| Generation: | VIII Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i 16V (98 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4G18 More details about the engine 4G18 |
| Engine displacement: | 1584 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.9 kg/Hp, 72.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1360 |
| Max. weight: | 1780 |
| Max load: | 420 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4485 mm mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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