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2006 Lancer
Bagsy1, 03/16/2007
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I recently was t-boned on the drivers side. The Lancer was totaled but I walked away. I am completely satisfied with the saftey and reliablity of the car.
Good Reliable gas saving car.
Shone Joseph, 01/28/2020
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer used few months ago with 145K miles on it. The only reason why I got this car was because the engine and the transmission was still in good condition. This car is really reliable and is a good gas saving car too. I had a 2006 toyota Camry earlier and when compared to mitsubishi lancer I didn't knew mitsubishi was as reliable as a toyota. I would definitely reccomend this car to anyone. Before I got this car I went ahead and test drove a 2005 hyundai elantra and man that car had only like 100k miles and the automatic transmission already started slipping. Man thank god I didn't take the hyundai. I am glad that I was able to get mitsubishi lancer instead of the hyundai elantra. Japanese car's are really reliable , gas saving and also there cheap to fix too incase something goes wrong. Even their parts are cheaper too. I do my own oil change so I Make sure to Put good quality oil and oil filter too. I personally use Mobil 1 since it's recommended for American and Japanese cars. I also change the automatic transmission fluid every 50k miles for my mitsubishi lancer. As long as I follow strict scheduled maintenance service for my car I believe that it can last as long as above 300k.
A Fun car to drive
wranglerman59, 02/22/2012
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in Sept. 06, after shopping all the others, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, etc... we picked the Lancer. There is plenty of room for the driver, I'm 6'4". Will carry 4 adults and luggage. Handles great, good performance, for a 4 dr sedan. Very comfortable for short or long drives (took a 7 day 4k mile trip) gets 25-30 mpg around town and 29-36 hwy. have over 98k miles and still runs great, with only oil changes, tires and timing belt replaced, still has factory brakes! one of the best if not the best car I have every owned/driven (have owned 36 cars/trucks)
Love my Lancer 3
Tim, 10/27/2010
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
As of October 2010 with over 55,000 miles still loving my 2006 Lancer SE. I had to get new tires at 50,000 miles and the brakes are about due for service (at 58,000 miles!!). I used to tell people my 1993 Honda Civic was the best car I ever owned, but I think my Lancer has beat it. Nothing but regular maintenance after 55,000 miles and 4 years, incredible!
Mitusubishi Lancer ES - Excellent Value
Tanzeem, 06/10/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Lancer is an excellent value! It has Japanese build quality, feels substantial, gets good fuel economy, has an above average sound sytem, and it absorbs bumps with ease. So far my car has been very reliable. I drove a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer MX-Extra 1.5 4cylinder in Asia for 4 years and put 178,000 trouble free miles even under extremely heat, stress, and stop and go traffic. My brother is still driving it. The 2006 Lancer feels much stiffer, has more power, interior room and should easily last 250,000 miles+ if maintained according to the owners' manual. Overall this is one of the best Japanese Econo Sedans money can buy. It has a solid build quality. The best value is the ES. Go for the Ralliart if you want to go 0-100 fast and then back down to 0 with all round disc and the 2.4L engine.
Sportcompact Segment's Best Kept Secret
JOE LANGLEY, 11/23/2005
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I did not know of the exsistance of this particular Lancer model, but I was forced to research this car due to rising insurance costs. I went to the dealership and was handed the keys to the Lancer ralliart W/5 speed manual transmission, the moment I slipped the transmission into first gear and rolled away, I knew deep in my heart that my search for a car was offically over. I took a left turn out of the dealership and headed straight for the interstate where I merged into traffic with authority. The smooth clutch and short throw transmission were a pure joy to operate. Torque is present in abundance with no need to downshift to pass. The handling is telepathic and this car has a great sounding exhaust.
Great Car for the Money!
telkbear, 08/23/2007
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been very happy with Mitsubishi products in the past, so we thought it would be a good move to get another. I am glad we have! Lancer ES has surprisingly good power to get on and off the interstate when needed, and it is very easy on gas! Visibility is great with all of the large windows. The cooling/heating seems to be a good balance for the entire car. A smart buy!
From me to my baby girl!
Abel Gonzalez, 04/02/2016
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the basic model. After 118K miles full tune up, oil change , tires, struts, valve cover gaskey and seals. Plus all belts minus the timing belt. Car should run great for the next few years for my only daughter. She loves the visibility in the window design as a new driver. Only issue is AC compressor went out at 103K miles and out of warranty. $750 to fix.
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Love my lancer 2
Tim, 06/02/2008
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After 25,000 miles I had to update my review of my 2006 Lancer SE. Still love it! After reading reviews of Honda Fit and Kia Rio5 (by the way my first choices), reviews cite poor mileage (well below EPA estimates), and some quality issues with the Kia. My Lancer is still running strong, I've done nothing but regular maintenance, and even though I was originally disappointed with the mileage, after further research it looks good (above average). My Mitsubishi has been very reliable
Fantastic car for the money
Burford60, 07/09/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car back in April for my 17 year old son as his first vehichle. He absolutely loves the car. I purchased this car because car insurance was good for a starting driver, its warranty is great, and the car has great quality. I purchased it with the sun and sound package and the sound is unbelievable. The car rides pretty nicely, especially for an entry level car, it's no Mercedes for sure, but it has great handling. I read many reviews on Edmunds and Consumer Reports before considering this car. It was a great choice and Consumer Reports is always right. Overall, I would give this car a 10/10.
Love My Lancer SE
Tim, 09/20/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Being a former Kia owner I was shopping for a new Kia, but found a great deal on a Lancer SE. It was a great decision! It rides great, has all the options I wanted, and gets good gas mileage. Although the Edmunds.com review cites poor acceleration as a drawback, they must have tested an automatic, I think my five speed is pretty peppy.
It's a Very Good Car
amrou_samir, 12/19/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is a very good and economical car. It suits my needs very well, it is a comfortable vehicle for city driving with good gas mileage.
Excellent Choice!
Rafael, 06/09/2007
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love Mitsubishi cars. My previous car was a 98 Mirage (original owner). I had that car for 9 years and 135k miles and never left me stranded. Awesome little car. I traded in for a new Lancer SE and I couldn't be happier. The Lancer SE has everything i could ask for. The car is so comfortable. Engine is quiet and refined. Fuel economy is good for the class. Fit and finish is excellent. Stereo sounds great. Sun roof and power everything seals the deal for me! I highly recommend the Lancer to anybody looking for a compact car with lots of room and excellent reliability.
Good Fuel Economy
Carr, 02/28/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I love my new 2006 Lancer. I have about 8,500 miles on it, getting approximately 28 mpg city/mixed and 31-33 highway. It is not the fastest car, but it is quick off the line. I put a lot of miles on the vehicle, and the ride is comfortable. My only complaint is the wind noise/vibration when only the rear windows are down, but cracking the front window stops the problem. I have the fully loaded ES and like the styling and amenities. I do wish it had more storage capacity, but I bought the car for its combination of good fuel economy and front leg room ( I am 6 feet tall) and have no regrets. I would definitely consider a Lancer if I was buying again.
Very pleased
Sarah, 05/07/2009
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is a perfect daily driver. Fuel consumption is actually fairly decent, I average 26-33 mpg. It's a perfectly comfortable drive, even with 4 people in the car. Although somewhat boring (it's just THAT easy to drive--almost drives itself!), I still like my little Lancer. I haven't had a single problem.
Fun Drive!
slkdjfod, 06/20/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had my Lancer for 9 months now and love it more and more everyday! The only thing I could think to change is that the car could use a 6th gear for highway driving. My MPG is on average around 28 MPG, and that being equal city and highway driving. The only other flaw I could think of is to place the interior light closer to the back seats, because at night there is absolutely no light back there when needed.
Lancer Ralliart Review
Lace, 11/21/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a very fun to drive car. It handles well, even in the rain. I always get compliments on my ride.
A little car that can
Doo-B, 12/23/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I am really a Supra owner, but she has died, so this is what I purchased, brand new, while I rebuild the other car. And let me tell you, I am most impressed. It has a very spacious and comfy cabin. It has a well thought out design and lay out to the controls controls and dash. The stock stereo is not bad at all for being stock. In all there is a fairly organic feel to the cabin. The rear is very spacious. My kids dig it. The trunk space is decent. It handles like a charm. We just received a huge snowfall, and its handling was very quick and precise and though I really was wishing for AWD, I have to say that the FWD did its job well. It has great perk on the highway and drives very well. In all this is a great little car. I highly approve.
Expected beter fuel consumption
leo, 03/16/2009
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very good handling, good finish like the interior and outside design very good reliability never been in shop, but fuel consumption really not what I expected for a car of this size - really thirsty.
Amazing
Sebastien, 10/29/2009
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I used to have a 2003 oz rally and I decided to change it for 2006 ralliart. I completely fell in love with this car when I test drove it. I bought it with low profile wide tires and it is incredible how I could turn corners at high speed. The acceleration is pretty good. I got it up to 220km/h without any problems. If you are looking for a fun to drive or a useful car don't look anywhere else the 2006 ralliart has what you need.
Worth every penny
Jhwk, 07/14/2010
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Lancer bought brand new from a dealer. I've had it for 4 years and the car is worth every penny I paid for it. Very economical, high clearance (yes, you can park close to the curb and not break the bumper!), decent trunk for the size, quality build vehicle. What I don't like is noise at high speeds and not the best MPs in its class(probably because of high clearance) - I was averaging 28/31 (EPA 28/34), tight pedal compartment, long working diapason of the clutch.
Exactly What I was Looking for
sam, 01/03/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart is exactly what I was looking for. It looks sporty and moves well. For the price, it is more than expected.
Lancer
Tariq, 04/26/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I think that the Mitsubishi Lancer is definitely one of the most underrated cars on the market. It is a lively performer. Its looks are a bit different as well, which sets it apart from the others vehicles.
No Regrets
A Cheung, 11/26/2005
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutly love my 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. Its price to performance ratio is the best. Its acceleration is smooth and quick.
Bueno
chaga, 09/28/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My Mitsubishi Lancer es muy beuno. This car is absolutely great. There finally is a compact sedan at a price to compete with the Civic that has the performance and looks to match.
Fantastic
Tam, 10/29/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is fantastic. It has zip, is very comfortable, and has tons of room in the back. The trunk is a nice size. With the price of gas, the Lancer is the auto to own. Having had Honda's, Fords, VW's, and a gas hog Jeep, this is my best decision yet. The only thing that would make it better, hmm... perhaps add cup holders in the back.
Great Car (Ralliart)
Davidl, 11/03/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car. It has great handling. It is one of the most fun vehicles to drive in this price class. Just remember its not an EVO! It does everything well!
2006 Lancer Ralliart
davidl, 11/25/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car does everything well! Just don't think you have an EVO! This is a great car, it handles great and is very fun!
Can't be Beat!
Bad in Cairo, 11/29/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having had numerous foreign cars; Kia, Toyota, Lada and US cars; Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Jeep, I can't find any real issues with this vehicle other than the 1.6 liter engine (standard in the Middle East/African regions) which cranks out 108hp. I average 34-38 highway miles. Considering the roads out my way are not comparative to the US or Europe, I find this car soaks ups the potholes quite well and only time will tell how the FWD components last. But as Japanese cars are like Mercedes and BMW's here....worth the money, I'll buy another Mitsubishi again.
Silver Steed
Carole, 08/26/2016
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the best little car I have ever owned!
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Slowness, some body roll, and an unreliable A/C
samwell, 06/30/2021
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This was my first car. It wasn't the worst car I've ever driven in the price range I got it for, but it definitely wasn't the best. It was fairly slow and didn't handle amazing, but those were never very big issues. The problems started with the A/C, an area the gave constant issues... Not only were replacement parts for the knobs expensive (even when bought used) but the wiring and gears behind the dash are extremely inaccessible. I spent hundreds trying to fix the A/C to no avail. This car is an okay point A to point B car, but if you're looking for something fun and cheap, look elsewhere.
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Its a runner
Tim , 10/31/2024
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
High mileage and runs great...
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Only Lancer better would be the EVO
cmcoggon, 12/18/2007
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I didn't want to get another Lancer as my wife has an '03 OZ, but I was swayed once I test drove it. It powered into traffic without effort. I was pushed into my seat by unexpected torque. I was sold at that point. The frills (sunroof and Infinity sound system) were just the proverbial icing on the cake.
Giving Leeway
justicopimp, 11/27/2006
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 17 people found this review helpful
I thought that the car was very much a cheap and quick rip off. I wish I had seen this before I bought it because I now know it thoroughly. It is quick through town, but has slow acceleration on the highways.