2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Consumer Reviews

Tortured

Written by: ozrally on 03/19/2009

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have owned this car since 2003 purchased for 16,000 with 22k miles on it. It now holds 180k for commute. Been in three wrecks 1) old man cut me off and I trash is bumper all I did was crack my bumper and headlight. 2 hit a dear at 50 mph and knocked paint off and 3 hit a ditch sideways at about 85 mph flew out of thedmunds - once a weeke ditch and got stuck. Just had to replace a strut and some tires. Car looks like a mess but still gets me 40 mpg. Only change oil and tires. Have not even changed spark plugs or wires or belts and still pull strong like the day I got it. Clutch went out at 90k. Fairly easy to replace myself as it was my first try at clutch replacement. I drive a year on new tires without rotation.

Favorite Features

reliability, power, looks, oz rally stock rims

Suggested Improvements

Haven't changed spark plug wires bc two sparks plugs are in a coil pack which is about $230. Other than that if I wanted more power I would buy an evo this oz has plenty.

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Excellent car

Written by: vildal on 03/07/2009

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

When purchased it was extremely zippy and quick. At 100,000 miles it got sluggish until the ALTERNATOR belt was replaced. The 2 spark plug wires that go into the engine made more spark too. This performance of the Lancer depends highly on spark. Great car - clutch goes out at 100,000 only. No other repairs.

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Easy car to maintain and drive

Written by: mitsu:>) on 03/04/2009

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer LS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Car is great on highway but not city. Easy to maintain and drive. Reliable and comfortable for all weather.

Favorite Features

Gas saver when on the highway. possibly 30-35 on highway and 20-25 on city.

Suggested Improvements

Needs cruise control, stronger and faster engine, and bigger wheel base or wheels possibly 16 with alloy. No wheel caps.

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My first car

Written by: justin on 01/16/2009

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I love this car it had 101,000 miles when I got it, yea thats a little high but I have had absolutely no problem out of this car. Could use a turbo for a little more power but overall the only problem I see is it needs bigger rims but I love this car.

Favorite Features

Gauges, seats, handling and speed out of corners.

Suggested Improvements

More power 100 more horses sound good.

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Great car

Written by: murky on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I got into a wreck in this vehicle in the mountains of Virginia, and I must say, 10+ on crash rating. Completely protected me, AND the front end absorbed so much of the impact, that beyond the front fenders there was NO damage! Unfortunately, it was deemed totaled, but this car saved me in an accident.

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great car!

Written by: rallyrally on 03/30/2008

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

All in all this is a great car. Good gas mileage and fun to drive especially when every one thinks your an Evo or something. Inside is simple nothing catchy but easy to use and comfortable. Sound system is great! This car is safe too! I wrecked it and the only thing wrong with it is the body! Ill miss this car!

Favorite Features

Sound system and agility of the car

Suggested Improvements

Better rims

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5 years old and running great

Written by: Viener.Vanker on 10/25/2007

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Purchased 10/2005 with 48,000 miles. Now (10/2007) has 75,000 miles. No issues whatsoever. 29 miles per gallon mixed driving. Does what a 4 door 4 banger econobox is supposed to do and does it well.

Favorite Features

Everything works reliably. I'm 6'1 and it's comfortable. Depreciates faster than other Japanese models, so good used car pricing compared to others with almost same reliability.

Suggested Improvements

Engine rattles a little. Wears down brake pads faster than I think it should. Tranny fluid is special dealer only and it's pricey. Should be generic fluid for this level of vehicle.

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This car will be missed if it ever dies!

Written by: cynbaby on 09/26/2007

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This has been the only car to ever outlive a car loan. It is still going and still has great gas mileage. The reason why performance is not a ten is because it has slowed slightly in its old age due to the fact that I beat it up. Only basic maintenance has been done because that's all it ever needed. I am quite surprised since it is a first year model. I have never had to doubt my safety in it and have off roaded in it despite the fact that its a sedan. I don't even avoid pot holes and after five years, still great suspension! I get roughly 32-33 miles to the gallon w/126,000 miles and counting. I will cry when I retire it.

Favorite Features

Nice handling, my rally is a five speed. I also crashed it three times, once at 65 into a deer, my car still drove me home and needed very little cosmetic 'surgery'. I also came out w/o a scratch on me.

Suggested Improvements

The clock in the deck should be moved as sun glare often impairs my ability to read it, and there is a small blind spot on the passengers side.

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Overall is a good car

Written by: Dimitry on 06/14/2007

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought it used 1.5 years ago. In general, I am very satisfied - it has 65,500 and is still very reliable. City mileage is not great. I get only about 20 mpg, but on a highway its about 35-37 mpg. I did only general maintenance and changed the belts - at 60K they started to develop cracks (not timing belt yet).

Favorite Features

Design, reliability.

Suggested Improvements

Bigger wheels, better in city mileage (fuel economy).

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Outstanding gas mileage!

Written by: jim on 06/02/2007

Vehicle

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

34.5 MPG on a regular basis. No kidding. 106,000 miles. Awesome car. No maintenance other than suggested/standard stuff. Only one item has broken/worn out: the switch for the AC/heat temperature. That's it! Definite, high quality car.

Favorite Features

Looks, gas mileage!! Quality (no rattles).

Suggested Improvements

Add the High Perf filter/intake package. Someone used to make a better intake. Not a bad idea. Also the stereo... mine sounds as awful now as the day I bought it. Larger diam. wheels would look nice.

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