2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Review
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Review
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Pros
- Multiple body styles and trim levels, clean cabin design, solid power from Ralliart and Sportback models, wagon's generous cargo capacity.
Cons
- Base engine lacks punch, no manual gearbox in Ralliart models, ABS and side airbags not available on all models, small trunk in sedans.
What’s new
The Lancer Sportback wagon joins the lineup, along with performance-oriented Ralliart versions of both the sedan and wagon. All Sportback wagons as well as the Ralliart sedans get a new 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine rated at 160 horsepower (162 hp in Ralliart form). The entire Lancer line gets a redesigned front fascia with Mitsubishi's corporate grille design, plus new integrated bumpers, halogen headlamps and a relocated rear license plate.
Edmunds says
A midpack player until now, the introduction of the more powerful and fun-to-drive Sportback and Ralliart models gives the Lancer the boost it needs to compete with the class leaders.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$165/mo for Lancer ES
Lancer ES
vs
$183/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
5 star(79%)
4 star(17%)
3 star(4%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
116 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
Our first car, great choice!
Chelsea S, 01/14/2016
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
This was my first car and i believe we made an amazing choice. It's very reliable, especially for being 12 years old.. cant even tell! Its comfy inside. I love how the cup holders dont interfere with gear shift. This car is amazing on gas... amazing!! Gas is about 2.13/gallon. $5 gets us close to a half tank.. amazing. We keep up on oil change. I'm sure the timing belt will need replaced … (we are at 109k) We change the oil every 3-4k and shes always running like new! We recently had our first big snow. It had no issue turning on even at 5 degree weather. I will stick with Mitsubishi for all future purchases. I feel blessed to own this car!
4.63 out of 5 stars
A VERY FUN CAR!
mp010101, 10/01/2014
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
I have now put over 136,000 miles on this car. I drive the hell out of this car and treat it like a work truck, engine is great and one of the best 2.4's that was built during this time. I have kept up with my regular maintenance items (oil changes, brakes, transmission flushes, etc...) and the car has been great. Good acceleration and a responsive gas pedal compared to other cars. I … know people with much newer cars in this category (Nissan versa's corollas etc ) and this car is way more fun to drive. Looks like after a 136K miles i will have to change the catalytic converter. My goal is to try to get this car to 200k if it holds up.
4.5 out of 5 stars
2004 Lancer ES Experience
MK_MA, 04/05/2004
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
Economical. Good ride for compact. More
features than Honda Civic. Nice
looking. A bit on the noisy side.
especially engine with noisey valve
tappit. However, still breaking in with
only 600 miles on odometer. Interior
nice except poor simulated woodgrain
dash appears scratched. Very smooth
shifting automatic. Nice radio/CD.
4.5 out of 5 stars
The best Sport Compact 4 door yet
Ralliart7, 03/28/2004
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
My 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart is
frankly the best bang-for-your-buck in
the sport compact market. For $15,600
(standard equiptment), there is simply
no other car in its class(Nissan Sentra
SE-R Spec V, Honda Civic Si, Ford Focus
SVT) that had the quality, performance,
value, fun to drive factor, overall.
Plus, it runs on regular gas, a savings
of about 20 cents a … gallon at every
fillup.
2004 Lancer Highlights
ES
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $13,597 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $165/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver2 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintMarginal
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