Used 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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Don't deal with Mitsubishi
Kevin, 11/08/2007
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
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It was very nice at first then unusual stuff started happening to the car. Stuff Mitsubishi won't cover. For example, earlier this week, I was driving down the highway at 60 mph. There was no one on the road in front of me and there was no overpass. Clear skies. All of a sudden I heard an explosion right above me. It was the sunroof. Glass started flying off the back of my car from the sunroof. I had no idea what just happened and am absolutely positive that nothing hit the car. After getting the run around from the dealership and their hot line, and finding proof this happened to other people (there's an entire forum with people with similar stories) They still said they would not cover it.
Lots of toys for the money!!
SoSassy, 09/21/2007
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
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Traded my Montero Sport which I loved but it didn't have any toys in it. Shopped for weeks and no other car or SUV could offer 1/2 of the options my Lancer GTS has for the price I paid. I got everything including dealer aftermarket leather which I love. I almost went with the aqua but I am so glad I changed my mind and got the Graphite Grey with tinted windows. It looks so sporty but, still very classy. Even with the suggested improvements I note, I have no regrets whatsoever... okay one, I really wanted a nav system with real time traffic maps. Oh well, got to compromise a little unless price is no issue for you.
Great value but sketchy CVT
Christian, Port Huron, MI, 04/28/2025
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
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I got a 08 GTS lancer in 2022 dirt cheap. I expected a beater and ended up with more than I expected. It did need completely new brakes but has been free from any serious issues ever since. Just been doing maintenance and some minor repairs that occasionally pop up. Overall, it's held up surprisingly well and is still pleasant to drive. The big downside of this car is the CVT. It is rougher than rough. Especially in the dead of winter. That's the one thing that worries me about the reliability of this car. That janky CVT could just clonk out at any moment and leave me with a repair costing twice the value of the car. The paddle shifters aren't much better either. Speaking of the paddle shifters. The paddles and sports tuned suspension are neat but don't do enough to make it feel too sporty with the slow, clonky CVT. Overall, I still think you get more value for the price than most other vehicles of a similar age. If you can get past the CVT, it's a pretty solid car.
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Doug McKay, 04/10/2007
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
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Mitsubishi has a winner on their hands with the new 2008 Lancer. Everything from styling to creature comforts has helped raise the bar for this class of sedan. The car is a joy to drive, and the paddle shifters for the CVT transmission on the GTS model allow you to keep the engine in its sweet spot while carving through tight corners. The car is built tight with no squeaks or rattles of any kind. The optional 650 watt Rockford Fosgate audio system packs a punch, especially with the included subwoofer. I would recommend this car without hestitation.
A big mistake!
MeanGreene, 06/14/2008
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I leased a 2008 GTS in Dec 07, only to get rid of it shortly thereafter. The right front door rattled terribly and the dealership kept pretending not to hear it. They also refused to print work orders for my car. The windshield wipers went out on me in the pouring down rain for about 5 minutes on the highway during rush hour. The subwoofer in the trunk became dismounted within the first week of me having the car. Ended up getting an 08 Nissan Altima Coupe. I love it. Better quality car and comes with better customer service.