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Used 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Lancer Ralliart

eric, 05/24/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have to say that I really enjoy driving this car! I went into the dealership to get my Eclipse's dashboard fixed, and while waiting I just started browsing the Lancer's and decided to take one for a test drive. What a difference between the Lancer and my Eclipse (GS 2000). The Ralliart has a nice stiff suspension that feels great going into curves, as well as the steering feels extremely direct. The car also feels very peppy and light and the view the driver's seat makes driving in any traffic very easy. Factor in those Japanese seats that hold you in and it's a great experience.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Good Car Build Quality

Brillaint, 04/16/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought a Lancer ES (Auto) for a good deal with Mitsubishi’s standard 100K Powertrain & 60K bumper to bumper warranty. Before buying this one I checked Corolla and Sentra then I decided to buy Lancer. Because for lesser money it got more equipment like key less entry, power windows etc. Fit and finish also really good and it comes with worry free warranty. I had 5 years of Civic and I have an Accord also. Still most of the luxury Japanese cars got the final build in Japan like Infiniti, Lexus or Acura. Other than luxury cars I believe Lancer is the only compact car build in Japan and that show its finish and build quality.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love this car!! :)

Lisa, 01/08/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I just got rid of a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage LS to buy a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer OZ Rally, and this car is so much more peppier and "alive" than my Mirage! This is an extremly fun car! It's very comfortable, and everything is in perfect reach! It runs great! Of course I've only had it for a few months, and every new car will be perfect in the beginning. I had my Mirage for 4 years, and I never had a problem with it, except that the paint on the front bumper of my car was somehow cracking and getting dull...I'm not sure what happened there. I guess it's too hot in Arizona!! :)

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4.5 out of 5 stars

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Chr15, 09/10/2005
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Take the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer to dirt, and turn the wheel all the way and hit reverse, woo is that fun! dont worry about moving much cause your making unbelievable turns. it would be better if you got one with all the features needed and security requried ABS is not standard, but a CD player is? I like the full grill as opposed to the two quarter size slotts. The clips installed on the inside panels are perfect for power wire for trunk thumpers. This is the only car I've had where the seat didn't have to be all the way back to reach the pedals sufficiently and comfortably. I wish I would have gotten the Ralliart model though. The factory brakes seem to decipate too soon.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun lancer

gevans, 06/16/2008
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

A really fun car to drive with the 5 speed shift. Clutch is light, brakes are great. 36k miles without a problem - normal maintenance only. Warning - Watch out for the hub caps. They scratch easily on curbs. Price tag - over $70 each. Dealer where purchased was great!

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