Mitsubishi Lancer camshafts 10 engine 1.5. Mitsubishi Lancer X: Pros and Cons of Generation X Weaknesses in the transmission

The tenth generation Lancer is a popular car. There is a good article on the reliability of the car in the Auto Review magazine, under the heading "Second Hands". Anyone interested - will find and read. About motors, it was mentioned in passing that a 1.5-liter engine (model 4A91) is a problematic one, prone to ring sticking and you should not buy such a car from your hands. Well mentioned and okay, who does not happen.

The folk path to the K-POWER Workshop does not overgrow, the queue for repairs does not diminish, and on the doorstep a well-known person appeared, occupying by no means the last place in our local hierarchy, with a conversation. And the conversation was about this - he went to Mitsubishi Lancer 10, did not know grief, the car is excellent, bought a new one in 2011 year at the dealer, changed the oil on time, poured only the original Mitsubishi 0W30, the engine did not tear, and here's the bad luck - the oil consumption after 100 thousand km of run began to increase sharply and reached a liter per thousand km. The warranty has ended, the officials offer to come for repairs when the consumption reaches 2 liters per thousand. But adding oil is expensive - a liter has risen in price to 700 rubles. We thought about it and decided to open the motor. The mileage at the time of autopsy was 116 thousand km honest and transparent. The initial verdict was the occurrence of the oil scraper rings.

As always, the author is interested in delving into a previously unknown motor and gaining new experience. Here, the interest is double - the motor is relatively fresh, still relevant, and even made in Japan! There is no doubt that all the details are checked and marked personally by the Emperor, and the driver, as always, is to blame for the breakdown, but not the Japanese. Whether this is so, what engineering solutions were used by the Japanese, beacons of engineering progress, and whether there was the seal of the Emperor - all this had to be checked. In the course of the report, the author will inevitably compare design solutions with motors of other brands.

Let's get started. The space under the hood is pleasing to the eye - the engine is compact and extremely convenient in service and access. The motor is chain, outside there is only the belt of the attachments, which is tensioned by the generator. We begin to disassemble the engine.

Business moves quickly, the harnesses are quickly disconnected and moved to the side, the convenience of dismantling the intake manifold is phenomenal, the lower bolt of the generator mounting, although it rests against the thermostat housing, is insignificant - access to everything is very simple and convenient.
Along the way, we will evaluate the rear suspension - there is a multi-link, the levers are not as kondo as those of Ford, but not the bike of Alfa Romeo or Jaima either. The layout of the structure initially provides for all-wheel drive.

The wiring is good, the connectors are very tight, waterproof and difficult to remove. I was surprised that in the electronic choke block, four contacts are gold-plated, as are the mating pins on the choke itself. Remove the valve cover. The motor is a 16-valve, timing chain drive with a sleeve-roller chain, a phase shifter clutch is installed on the intake camshaft, proudly referred to by Mitsubishi as MIVEC(Mivek). This clutch, like that of Alpha, turns the intake camshaft with oil pressure, the supply of which is controlled by a solenoid valve.
Candles are soiled by burnt oil.
Let's take a closer look - again there are no wetsuits! Instead, there are solid pushers, like on a Ford. Again, the economy and the hassle in adjusting the valves, and the cams of the shafts are so narrow!

To our relief, the motor is quite simple in terms of timing marks! The crankshaft pulley is positioned with a pin, there is a mark on the exhaust sprocket, on Mivek too (and not one, but you can't fool us), there is also a mark on the crankshaft (and again not one, but here the Japs won't fool us either). Before dismantling the timing, we set the crankshaft to TDC, take notes of all the marks, put down additional ones - in the future we will have no problems with installation. And you don't need any special tools like Ford does.

The valve clearances were measured and all data recorded on the plate. In general, the gaps are in the tolerance, only at the inlet there are two extreme inlet valves at the very bottom of the tolerance. The pushers are very thin and there is practically no margin for adjustment in case of flat grinding, because the thickness changes on a thin central part-tubercle, next to which the nominal thickness of the cup is indicated in numbers, but the rest of the bottom is very thin. Punching through catalog prices showed that one pusher costs around 500 rubles. This is a very bleak engine for installing gas. But there is no gas here and adjustment of the clearances is not yet required, then we begin to disassemble the motor further.
The side support of the engine is simple rubber, we do not observe any hydraulic cushions. One side - reliably, on the other hand, it is cheap. The chain is in perfect condition! The tensioner came out no more than 15-20% of the stroke, has a ratchet-pawl (you can not be afraid of jumping the chain on a muffled engine), it is driven by oil pressure. Timing drive design - one-in-one like Ford. But the oil pump is bolted to the front cover from the inside and rotates with a crankshaft. Not a bad solution.

After unscrewing the exhaust manifold (access is also convenient and simple) and the side bracket, the head can be removed by first unscrewing the tie bolts. Having removed the pallet (glued on the sealant), we take out the pistons. And then the pleasant impressions of the car, the wiring and the Japanese, the beacons of engineering, begin to fade away. And if you google, you can find out that the motor has German Mercedes roots.
The pistons look like granny's burnt pies left in the oven for a couple of hours longer than they should have been. Connecting rods and inserts - jewelry! The connecting rod is thinner and lighter than the prior one, the connecting rod bolts are unimaginably miniature. The inserts are barely noticeable on the table, they are so narrow and thin. The piston pin is molded into the upper connecting rod head, which complicates potential future repairs.
The rings were simply amazed - if Priorovsky's rings have a thickness of 1.2-1.5-2.5 mm, then Mitsubishi has 1 -0.7-2.0mm! The second ring is like foil, it is so thin and fragile! The oil scraper rings are stacked, completely buried and clogged with coke in the grooves.
On the Lancer forum, topics about 4A91 oil consumption and its reasons are covered in dozens of pages, but hardly anyone guessed about one of the reasons for the rings on this motor. If at Ford this was due to the lack of drilling in the groove of the oil scraper ring, then Mitsubishi has drilling. But the engine does not have piston oil cooling nozzles! In a sixteen-valve! Forced !! The beacon of engineering has gone out, the search for the Emperor's seal is useless, it was sacrificed long ago to a god named Economy ...
Here are the burnt pistons-pies, here are the rings, from local overheating and lack of lubrication ...

The worst case is with the 4th piston and cylinder. The piston skirt with black seizures is the result of oil starvation. There is also a vertical bullet on the cylinder (it is poorly visible in the photo - the light block lit up the frame). What he saw vividly reminded of the VAZ 8-valve Samara, where the same seizures were always present on the pistons after several years of running, because oil nozzles are also not provided there.
The rest of the cylinders are in good condition, there are honing risks.
Measurement of pistons and cylinders showed a disappointing picture. The wear on the piston skirts was 0.04 mm, which, when the cylinder bore is 0.04 mm plus, turned into a gap 0.08 mm! Let me remind you that the maximum wear on Zhiguli is 0.15 mm! Here comes the Japanese quality ...
Against this background, you can completely close your eyes to the taper and ellipseness of the cylinders in some measly 0.01 mm.

The author no longer expected anything good from the Mitsubishi cylinder head, and he also stopped looking for the Emperor's seal. The head is the most common, albeit well-made. The valve stems are 5 mm in diameter, there are no oil supply pushers in the wells and they are lubricated by gravity, the shifting of the pushers is visible and the still imperceptible wear along the well is noticeable, the valves are covered with a fur coat of carbon deposits, and valve stem seals - completely hardened.
After a search and a percentage of the availability and options for spare parts for this engine, they called the owner of the car for a consultation - to decide what to do next with this miracle of Japanese engine building.

After a detailed demonstration and description of all the nuances, consequences and their causes, the client's face turned crimson red. Nobody expected such a picture. There are still no repair pistons for this engine, almost all spare parts are only the original, except for the cylinder head gasket and candles. One piston with a finger costs under 7000 rubles, a set of rings for 1 piston - 1600 rubles, etc. According to the mind, if done with a guarantee, then the block must be dismantled and cased either under the old pistons, or even better - under the new ones. The cost of a potential renovation was growing by leaps and bounds. The client decided so - "we will not climb further, we change the rings and caps, and the car for sale - the time has come." But the "time" did not come at the right time, the client rolled through the dealerships and became sad from the new price tags. A familiar mechanic at the official's office made the client happy - "you have already traveled a double resource, we open them at runs of 50-60 tkm". Officials do not have any spare parts, and the prices are horse (one valve stem - 220 rubles and then on order, but I ordered a good non-original for 60 rubles / piece). At the same time, the same mechanic made a reservation that he opened the engine on his Lancer, there was the same bully and after replacing the rings, the oil consumption disappeared, and the mileage after the repair was already 20 tkm.
As a result, the client did not change his decision - "we will confine ourselves to replacing the rings and caps for now and will drive until the next repair", and he also changed his mind about selling the car.
The client did not agree to the offer to embed the oil nozzles into the block, and it’s also risky for me - for Mivek, the oil pressure in the system is important, and I didn’t want to take on the cost of the block many thousands in case of any mistake.

The author selected and ordered a set of new rings (original), new cylinder head bolts (original), caps (Ajusa) and spark plugs (Denso). The cylinder head gasket is a non-original from Viti Reinz.
Restless Japs, after two years of production of the 4A91 engine, modernized it and replaced the valve stem seals with a version from the 1.6 liter engine. The difference in the caps is shown in one of the photos (on the left there are old-style caps, on the right - a new one).
The valves were cleaned of carbon deposits (it is absolutely impossible to grind them to the saddles) and the head was assembled.
The pistons were washed, cleaned of carbon deposits, especially carefully - the grooves for the rings. The connecting rod bushings did not change, and the tightening of the connecting rod bolts must be approached extremely scrupulously - the moment there is very small, and it is very simple to pull out the threaded body with the subsequent destruction of the bolt. It's definitely not worth getting here without experience.

Tightening the cylinder head bolts is also akin to shamanism - the bolts are thin, the block is aluminum, but Viti Reinz's instructions also contain a diagram and tightening torques - everything went smoothly. The throttle valve was washed from abundant soot deposits to shine (strange - where does the soot come from, because there is no EGR valve on the engine, although the space for the channel is provided by both a gasket and a manifold - but here they also made it cheaper), went over the generator (the client complained about the whistle in the morning) - Japanese bearings managed to dry out in three years.
In general, the assembly of the motor was quick - access is easy, the motor is relatively simple.

05.09.2016

Mitsubishi Lancer X- the tenth generation of one of the most popular models produced by the Japanese company Mitsubishi Motors. Lancer belongs to those cars, without which it is no longer possible to imagine the modern auto industry. The previous generation of this car has become a real bestseller in the world market, and, by right, is considered one of the most unpretentious cars in its class. The hero of today's review is no less in demand than its predecessor, but if he has lost its former reliability in the race for modern trends, now we will try to find out.

A bit of history:

For the first time a car with the name Lancer (A70) appeared on the market back in 1973. Initially, the novelty was conceived as a transitional model to fill the gap in the company's lineup between the Minica compact hatchback and the Galant sedan, and was created on the basis of the Mitsubishi Colt. The car was presented in three body types - sedan, coupe and station wagon. A distinctive feature of this model from other representatives of the company was the presence of disc brakes on all wheels, the use of a safety steering column and a 98-horsepower engine with two carburetors - Mitsubishi Lancer 1600 GSR. A rally version with a 165 hp engine was also released, which in 1973 took the first four places in the Australian rally, and a year later won the East African Safari Rally.

The debut of the serial version of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 took place in 2007 at the Detroit Auto Show. However, the appearance of the novelty and its appearance became known back in 2005, after the premiere of the Concept-cX (was shown at the Tokyo motor show) and the Concept-Sportback (debuted at the Frankfurt auto show). During the development of the novelty, the "Project Global" trolley was taken as a basis, which had previously been successfully tested on. This generation of the car was endowed with a unique and memorable appearance, making it one of the most successful in the history of the model. In addition to the original design, the Lancer 10 was endowed with a safe RISE body made using a unique technology (torsional rigidity increased by 56%, bending - 50%). However, there were also details on which the novelty was significantly inferior to the previous generation - sound insulation, interior trim and driving performance.

In 2010, the model underwent the first restyling, during which minor technical changes were carried out. A year later, the manufacturer made changes to the exterior of the car - new 10-spoke wheel disks appeared, the architecture of the bumpers and the framing of the radiator grill changed (chrome trim appeared), and expanded the line of power units. The update in 2014 was aimed at eliminating some technical flaws - shock absorber anthers appeared, the ability to change the steering rods (previously the part was assembled with a rack), the reliability of wheel bearings increased, etc. In 2018, it was announced that the production of this generation of the model was discontinued.

Problem places and disadvantages of Mitsubishi Lancer 10 with mileage

The paintwork of the body is soft and thin, which makes it painful to even endure a meeting with the branches of bushes (it is scratched). Due to the fact that the body quickly loses its presentable appearance, the owners often carry out cosmetic repairs, repainting problem parts, which makes it more difficult to identify a damaged car. When inspecting a car in which cosmetic repairs were carried out, check the gaps, openings, the integrity of the joint sealant and look for the presence of putty. The manufacturer also saved on external body panels - the thickness and strength of the steel leaves much to be desired. Body iron is not prone to corrosion, but this is more a merit of galvanizing than the metal itself. Despite the good corrosion protection, you should not leave chips for a long time without attention, since mushrooms can still appear in them. The fastest rust affects the sills, hood, edge of the roof and arches, trunk lid, door seams, joints between fenders and bumpers.

It will not be superfluous to pay attention to the underside of the car. Rotten Mitsubishi Lancer 10 is still a rarity, but there may already be certain inclinations for this. In the absence of proper care and additional treatment with anticorrosive, over time, arches niches, spars, brackets, seams and a niche near the fuel tank begin to corrode. In the engine compartment, seams and glasses are a concern. Among other disadvantages, it is worth highlighting the softness of the protective plastic of the front optics, which, moreover, becomes cloudy over the years, which reduces the quality of the light beam. Polishing will help to restore the headlights to their former transparency, and to protect them from scratches, you will have to glue the film. It is also worth highlighting such troubles as leakage of fog lights, backlash in door handles, unreliability of fastening mirror covers and front door seals.

Power units

In our market, the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 meets gasoline engines 1.5 (4A91 109 hp), 1.6 (4A92 117 hp), 1.8 (4B10 143 hp), 2.0 (4B11 150 hp) and 2.4 (4B12). Rarely, but still, diesel versions 2.0 DI-D (136 hp) come across. Looking ahead, I will say that all engines of this model are reliable and, with proper care, do not present significant surprises.

Gasoline

Gasoline engines have one common disease - the O-ring between the manifold and the catalyst quickly burns out, because of this, unpleasant sounds appear during acceleration. Ignition coils also do not differ in vitality (symptoms - the car does not start well). It is also worth noting the throttle sensitive to pollution - it is recommended to clean it every 30-40 thousand kilometers. For cars of the first years of production, the "Check" indicator may light up on the dashboard for no reason - it is treated by updating the firmware. Since these engines do not have hydraulic lifters, it is necessary to adjust the thermal clearances of the valves every 80-100 thousand km. For machines with HBO, this procedure should be carried out more often. If this is not done over time, the valves will begin to hang.

The most problematic in the line are the stock engines of the 4A9 series - 1.5 and 1.6 liters. The main disadvantage of these internal combustion engines is the tendency of the piston rings to coke, which leads to an increase in oil consumption. If this nuisance is not followed in the future, the oil burner can negatively affect the resource of the connecting rod-piston group (the liners rotate, seizures appear). The timing chain also does not differ in reliability, which often needs to be replaced at a run of 100-150 thousand kilometers (stretched). The crankshaft oil seals and gaskets can withstand about the same. If tightened to repair leaks, oil escaping will kill the drive belt pulley. On average, the resource of motors is 300,000 km, but with proper maintenance they can withstand up to 400,000 km.

Engines of the 4B1 series are also not without problems that cause a progressive oil burner, but here it appears after 200,000 km of run. Of the shortcomings of these internal combustion engines, owners most often note increased operating noise and a tendency to vibrations. In cars with high mileage, problems can be caused by the exhaust system (walls burn out) and the timing chain (stretched). On older Mitsubishi Lancer 10, you need to monitor the condition of the wiring and injector connectors (break). If you do not keep track of the catalyst and oil level, there is a high likelihood of scoring in the cylinders. In a 2.4 engine, the cause of scuffing is aggressive operation without preliminary warming up. A knock on a cold engine will signal a problem. These motors are not devoid of minor troubles, such as leaks of gaskets and oil seals, damage to pipes, etc. The resource is about 450,000 km.

Diesel

Diesel versions were equipped with an upgraded two-liter EA188 series engine, borrowed from the VAG concern. Of the main problems that the owners of diesel Mitsubishi Lancer 10 face, it is necessary to highlight the rapid wear of the fuel equipment, the hexagon of the oil pump, the USR valve and the particulate filter (only the BSY engine has a particulate filter). Also, there are frequent cases of loss of lubrication due to a burst oil supply pipe to the oil cooler and a turbocharger failure, but these ailments are usually found on high mileage. In addition, this diesel is famous for its good oil appetite, which can reach 1 liter per thousand mileage.

Transmission

For Mitsubishi Lancer 10, three types of gearboxes were available - mechanics, automatic transmission and variator. Strange as it may sound, but most of all problems are caused by a 5-speed manual transmission, which works in tandem with 1.5 and 1.6 engines. In this box, in addition to the unreliability of synchronizers, bearings, couplings and gears, a rather weak case. Before buying a car with such a box, be sure to listen to the box for any hum (it is advisable to check on a lift). It is also necessary to look at the oil, whether there are pieces of metal and gray turbidity in it. But the manual transmissions, which were combined with the 1.8 and 2.0 engines, turned out to be more durable. From the general problems of mechanics, one can single out weak drive oil seals (flow) and noise when shifting gears.

Among automatic transmissions, the most widely used is the 4-speed automatic F4A51. This transmission is quite reliable and, with timely maintenance, does not particularly bother with breakdowns up to 300,000 km. Of the weak points of the automatic transmission, it is worth highlighting the pump, speed sensor and oil seals. At high mileage 200,000+, malfunctions of solenoids, valve body, planetary gears and brake bands are possible. It should be noted that this machine does not like dirty oil, overheating and abrupt starts. The JF613E six-speed controller is very rare for our market, since it was installed only in diesel versions and with a 2.4 gasoline engine. The main problem of this machine is the rapid wear of the clutches, the particles of which are carried along the gearbox, clogging the oil channels, solenoids and valve body. Despite this, for owners who change the oil every 30-40 thousand km, the box takes care of about 200,000 km without significant repairs.

But the reliability of the Jatco JF011E variator largely depends on the quality of service (it is recommended to change the lubricant every 40-60 thousand km) and operating conditions. With proper care and proper operation, the variator will last about 250,000 kilometers. This transmission painfully endures work in traffic jams and over long distances - it overheats (after overheating, it is recommended to replace it with oil in the transmission as soon as possible). The first in this unit are the solenoids, shaft bearings, a step motor, splined joints of the planetary gear and its clutches. With an aggressive driving style, the belt quickly stretches and the cones are damaged (seizures appear), after which it will be cheaper to change the box for a used one than to repair it. Extraneous sounds, jerking and freezing will serve as signals about a malfunction of the unit. Also, sure signs of an imminent death are the presence of small particles of metal on the tip of the dipstick and the smell of burning.

Resource suspension, steering and brakes Mitsubishi Lancer 10

This model is equipped with independent suspension with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link structure in the rear. The chassis of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 has a good resource and is well adapted to domestic operating conditions. Of the weak points, it is worth highlighting the rear springs, which sag after 120-150 thousand km. The rest of the suspension life is above average. The stabilizer struts travel about 30-50 thousand km, bushings up to 60,000 km. Front shock absorbers and support bearings are enough for 80-100 thousand km. Silent blocks of levers, wheel bearings and ball joints withstand a little more - 100-120 thousand km. Silent blocks of the subframe need to be replaced after 150,000 km. The rubber bands of the multi-link under moderate loads hold 100-120 thousand km. But the rear shock absorbers and hub bearings (change assembled with the hub) can last up to 150 thousand km. The trailing arms need to be replaced every 150-200 thousand km. It is worth noting that camber and toe adjustment bolts tend to sour.

The weak point in the steering is the rack, which often makes itself felt by the appearance of knocks in the first hundred thousand kilometers. Closer to 150,000 km, the rail begins to flow. Buying an original part is a costly business - $ 600-700, fortunately, the rail is maintainable (repairs cost $ 150-250). Another disadvantage is the small resource of the steering tips. The electric power steering, which the versions with the 1.5 engine are equipped with, does not differ in exemplary reliability - it starts to malfunction closer to 150,000 km (the part cannot be repaired). The remaining versions are equipped with a classic power steering, which, with regular maintenance and the absence of line leaks, does not cause unnecessary problems.

The brakes of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 are reliable, but the owners of cars with top-end engines often blame the lack of efficiency of the braking system and the rapid wear of pads (30,000 km) and discs (50-70 thousand km). The calipers are very afraid of dirt, since the finger covers are rather weak here (they need to be changed every 4-5 years). In "older" specimens, the rear brakes may wedge due to acidification of the brake pistons. Early enough attention is also required by the ABS unit (when driving through puddles it floods) and sensors with wiring.

Salon

The materials for the interior trim of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 are quite budgetary, and the build quality leaves much to be desired - the seams of the front panel are poorly fitted, and there are backlashes in the attachment points! There are also complaints about the durability of some interior trim elements. For example, on the aluminum-look inserts, door handles, steering wheel cover and gearshift lever, signs of wear appear in the first 100,000 kilometers. The upholstery of the armrests and front seats withstands a little longer. There are also complaints about acoustic comfort - over time, the interior begins to rattle and creak. The situation is aggravated by the lack of normal sound insulation. Due to the bare metal under the carpet, feet freeze in severe frost. On older cars, the cables of the door locks and opening the trunk may require attention - they turn sour and begin to wedge.

The electrical system of the car as a whole is reliable and infrequently annoying. After 5-7 years, the stove fan motor makes itself felt (starts to howl). The heating elements of the seats, the rear window and the folding mechanisms for the exterior mirrors serve approximately the same number. For cars manufactured before 2009, the window regulator mechanism could be skewed along with the door frame (it tore off the fastening bolts). This ailment was eliminated under warranty, but there were those who limited themselves to regularly tightening the bolts. Therefore, in the event of any extraneous noise during the operation of the window regulator, check the condition of the fasteners. Mitsubishi Lancer has 10 air-conditioned headaches add system tubes - flow. The picture quality of the rear view camera has deteriorated over the years. The problem, as a rule, lies in the insufficient tightness of the part (the board is oxidized). The wiring is also not reliable. The wiring harnesses of doors and engine compartment are most susceptible to damage (insulation cracks, breaks, etc.). The connection connectors are also considered quite problematic (they burn out, oxidize, the latches break).

Outcome:

Mitsubishi Lancer 10 is a stylish and fairly reliable car, the only thing that spoils the image of a high-quality Japanese car is the poor quality of wiring, trim and interior assembly. Another disadvantage of the car is the high cost of original spare parts.

Advantages:

• Striking, memorable sporty design
• Reliable suspension
• Automatic transmission
• Galvanized body

Disadvantages:

• Soft metal
• Weak noise reduction on cars before 2011
• Interior quality
• High fuel consumption on the version with the 2.0 engine, in the city 12 - 14 liters per hundred

If you are or were the owner of this car brand, please share your experience, indicating the strengths and weaknesses of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help others to choose the right one.

Mitsubishi Group produces Lancer X cars with a large selection of power plants, satisfying any consumer needs. Efficiency can be provided by engines with a volume of 1.5 liters, but if the car owner wants to have the most dynamic car, then his choice should be made towards engines of 2.0 and 2.4 liters.

The engines are paired with various types of transmissions. On the Mitsubishi Lancer 10, you can find a five-speed mechanics, and a variator.

At the beginning of the release of Mitsubishi Lancer 10, the line of engines was planned to start with a low-power 1.3 liter engine. Its power was not enough for a sufficiently dynamic ride, so the manufacturer had to abandon the serial production of the Lancer X with such a power unit.

A more powerful engine, which nevertheless ended up in mass production, was a 1.5 liter 4G15 engine with a capacity of 109 horsepower. It provided acceptable overclocking, but its resource was insufficient. This is due to design flaws and high sensitivity of the motor to the quality of the oil and the frequency of its replacement.

In 2011, to replace the unsuccessful one and a half liter engine, the Mitsubishi Group began to install power plants with a volume of 1.6 liters on the Lancer X. The increased power to 117 horsepower made the dynamics better and acceleration to 100 km / h was reduced. The new engine was a success and managed to completely supplant the 1.5 liter version in 2012.

The appearance of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 is sporty, which requires an appropriate power unit in the engine compartment. Therefore, ICEs with even greater power appeared in the lineup. The first is a 1.8-liter 4b10 engine with 143 horsepower. The second engine was the 2-liter 4b11 engine, which had a capacity of 150 hp. with. Both engines were developed in close cooperation with Kia-Hyundai specialists, therefore they are also named G4KC and G4KD on the international market, respectively.

In 2012, the two-liter engine was no longer used on the lancer 10. This is due to both increased taxation of a larger engine and a smaller liter power of the power plant.

For the North American consumer, the Lancer 10 is produced with an engine volume of 2.4 liters. The same motor is used on. A turbine is also used with it, which makes it possible to achieve 176 horsepower. Tuning of this power plant brings an increase in power up to 190 hp without loss of resource. The motor was developed jointly with Kia-Hyundai and received the international designations G4KE and 4B12.

Characteristics of cars with different power plants

The best efficiency is shown by Mitsubishi Lancer X 1.5 mt. Average gas mileage when traveling in mixed mode is about 6.5 liters per 100 km. In urban traffic, fuel consumption rises to 8.2 liters. Leaving the highway will be accompanied by the lowest consumption, which is no more than 5 liters.

The use of an automatic transmission on the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 1.5 AT increases fuel consumption. For 100 kilometers on the highway, 6 liters will be required. In city traffic, the car will consume 8.9 liters. In the case of a mixed driving mode, the fuel consumption will be about 7 liters. Acceleration to hundreds will range from 11.2 for mechanics to 15.3 for at.

With 1.6-liter engines, a classic automatic transmission with 4 gears and a mechanic with 5 gears are used. The Lancer 10 sedan with such a motor has the characteristics shown in the table below.

Specifications table Mitsubishi Lancer 10 with 1.6 liter engine

The 1.8-liter engine volume contributes not to economical, but to dynamic driving.

Characteristics table Mitsubishi Lancer X with a power plant of 1.8 liters

A wide variety of Lancer X vehicles are available with 2.0 liter engines. These include both 4wd 4wd and ralliart sporty cars, which have been in production since 2008. Gasoline consumption per 100 kilometers for various Lancer 10 models is shown in the table below.

Fuel consumption table Mitsubishi Lancer X 2.0 in various options

Acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour using the 2.0 engine was able to be done in less than 10 seconds. The characteristics of the engine and gearbox are maximized to obtain the best dynamics.

Engine life and typical problems during operation

The most problematic is the 1.5 liter engine. unsuccessful design led to the fact that the engine loses compression already at 50-60 thousand on the odometer. This is due to the occurrence of the piston rings. To eliminate the malfunction, diagnostics, decarbonization, and in some cases a complete engine bulkhead will be required.

Quite often, a 1.5 liter engine scares the car owner with the Check engine indication. The check is lit not so much because of problems with the motor, but because of errors in the firmware. Updating the ECU software solves this problem. The electrical circuit also sometimes malfunctions.

The smallest motor is the most sensitive to the quality of the lubricant. Even if all the terms for changing the oil are observed, the internal combustion engine will be repaired with a mileage of 120 to 150 thousand km. The resource of the power plant is extremely small. With a run of more than 80 thousand km, extraneous noise is observed. In addition to the fact that the engine runs loudly, it also troit frequently. The power plant was so unsuccessful that the Mitsubishi Group had to discontinue production.

The 1.6-liter power unit begins to eat oil after 100,000 km. Masloger ranges from 100 to 300 grams per 1000 km. The motor lives about 200 thousand km, after which a major overhaul is required.

The 1.8 engine does not have hydraulic pushers. After 120 thousand km, problems begin with adjusting valve clearances.

Cylinder head 1.8 liter engine

The power plant with a volume of 1.8 has the largest resource among the entire line of motors. A bulkhead may be required when the mileage exceeds 300 thousand on the odometer.

The main malfunction of a two-liter engine is clogging of the catalyst. To fix the problem, you will need to install a special insert. The spider not only replaces the stock catalyst, but also reduces the swirling of the exhaust gases. The resource of the 2.0 engine is about 250-280 thousand km.

Feasibility of repair and replacement with a contract motor

There is no unequivocal answer that it is better to repair a native or used contract engine. Much depends on the state of the engine block. If there is thermal distortion of the cylinders, then it is recommended to take a closer look at the purchase of a motor removed from another car. The price in this case will range from 20 to 50 thousand rubles.

Contract engine Lancer X 4A91 1.5

Contract engine Lancer X 4A92 1.6

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It makes sense to purchase spare parts if the motor requires a superficial repair, or if you are confident that the overhaul will provide a sufficient resource. The cost of overhaul is from 10 to 20 thousand rubles. If it is supposed to perform operations with your own hands, then the car owner must know the structure of the power unit.

Good afternoon. In today's article I will talk about the weak points of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 ( Mitsubishi Lancer X). Let's agree on the shore - the article was written by a reseller, the author does not have a long-term operating experience of exactly 10 lancers, but he owned the ninth lancer for more than 2 years.

Mitsubishi Lancer X made its debut back in 2007, and since then a huge number of Japanese cars have sold around the world, which are now found with enviable regularity in the used car market. The "tenth" Lancer X still looks pretty good. And that is why Lancer X with mileage can easily find new owners. Plays into the hands of the Japanese car and its high reliability. However, the Mitsubishi Lancer X 10 cannot be called completely problem-free.

Body and paintwork problems.

The body metal of the Lancer X is thin enough, however, even on the oldest versions of the Japanese car, you will not see rust stains. Unless a few "spiders" can be found in the trunk area. This is due to the fact that moisture enters the trunk through the loose seals of the rear lights.

Well, the classics of the genre are the thresholds:

But the body paintwork of the Lancer X could have been more resistant to external influences. Almost all cars are full of small scratches and chips. Another disadvantage is the soft plastic of the headlights. Over time, it becomes cloudy, which makes Lancer X a little blind. Fortunately, if you wish, and return them to their former transparency.
Inside, the Mitsubishi Lancer X is not impressive. The interior of a Japanese car is made of frankly cheap hard plastic, which, over time, begins to creak mercilessly. When buying a car, pay attention to the condition of the armrests. The fabric on them is quickly overwritten, so that by its condition one can indirectly judge the real mileage of the car.

Weaknesses of electrical equipment Lancer 10.

The electrical equipment of the Mitsubishi Lancer X generally works without comment. Only after 5-6 years of operation can a rather expensive motor of the stove fan make noise. On some vehicles, problems have been reported with electrically heated seats and folding rear-view mirrors. Fortunately, they did not receive mass distribution.

Reliability of engines.

Of all the engines that were installed on a Japanese car, the 1.5-liter gasoline power unit will have to be recognized as the most unsuccessful. The main problem of this power unit is the coking of the piston rings, which leads to increased consumption of engine oil. So after 60 thousand kilometers, owners of Mitsubishi Lancer X with this engine will have to periodically check the oil level.

The rest of the engines offered for the Lancer X do not suffer from oil gluttony. And if possible, it is better to stop your choice on them. An ideal option for a Japanese car is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine. With proper maintenance, it can easily withstand 250-300 thousand kilometers. A two-liter gasoline power unit has about the same resource. The undoubted advantage of these engines is the fact that their gas distribution mechanism uses a chain that does not require attention for years.

Although, you cannot do without small problems in this case. The delicate throttle body will have to be cleaned every 30-40 thousand kilometers. After a run of 50-70 thousand kilometers, you will have to pay more and more attention to the condition of the belt of the attachments. Moreover, if something happens, you will have to change not only it, but also the videos. By a run of 100-150 thousand kilometers on the Lancer X, as a rule, the front crankshaft oil seal begins to snot.

Weaknesses in the transmission.

The Getrag F5M manual gearbox, paired with a 1.5-liter engine, has not proven itself very well. Many owners complained that the clutch in the box had to be changed after 40-50 thousand kilometers. The bearings of the input shaft were not too tenacious. The Aisin manual gearbox, which was installed on the Lancer X version with two other gasoline engines, is much more reliable. Although in it, after a run of 100 thousand kilometers, the gears begin to shift with little effort. Quite often on the Mitsubishi Lancer X you can find and. It does not cause any particular problems. Only occasionally do owners complain that the variator does not switch transmission modes. This is due to poor contact of the selector. However, it is important to understand that the repair of the variator, in which case it will cost more than that on the "mechanics". So, before buying a car with a variator, it is better to thoroughly diagnose this unit. And already during operation, try not to overheat the transmission and periodically check the cleanliness of its radiator. In addition, every 70-80 thousand in the variator will have to change quite expensive oil. If you follow all these tips, then the continuously variable transmission can withstand 250-300 thousand kilometers. The same resource is possessed by the four-speed "automatic" Jatco, which was installed on the Mitsubishi Lancer X with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine.

Suspension reliability.

The suspension of a Japanese car is reliable. But in order to extend its life, try to periodically clean it of sand and salt. It is because of them that the struts and stabilizer bushings begin to creak prematurely. Before restyling, most of the claims of Lancer X owners were collected by the front ones, which on some cars could withstand only 30-40 thousand kilometers. After updating the car, this problem was resolved. The resource of the racks has increased several times. The situation is the same with wheel bearings. On cars from the first lots, they withstood only 60-80 thousand kilometers, but after a couple of years their resource became noticeably higher.

Steering problems.

The reliability of the steering of a Japanese car will have to be spoken of with an eye to this engine that is installed under the hood. On cars with a basic 1.5-liter engine, an electric booster was installed in the steering instead of "hydraulics". It was on these versions that the steering rack and rods could start knocking after 40-50 thousand kilometers. However, the owners of used cars are particularly afraid of nothing. Most of the problems appeared during the warranty period, so that on almost all cars the expensive unit was replaced under warranty.

About brakes.

In the braking system of a Japanese car, most of the complaints go to the caliper guide brackets, which begin to annoyingly blur after 40-60 thousand kilometers. Otherwise, there shouldn't be any problems. The replacement intervals for discs and pads on the Lancer X are no different from those on competing vehicles.

Bottom line.

There are weaknesses in the Mitsubishi Lancer X, but in fact there are not so many of them. Most classmates of a Japanese car often bring unpleasant surprises, so you can safely buy a Lancer X. But it is better to refuse the basic versions with a 1.5-liter engine, preferring cars with more powerful power units of 1.8 and 2 liters.

In conclusion, I suggest watching this video:

That's all for me today. If you have something to add to the article about the weaknesses of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 - write comments ...

Mitsubishi Lancer is a compact car from Mitsubishi, and one of the most popular models of the Japanese brand. The Lancer has a long history, as ten generations of Lancer have already been released so far. The first generation appeared on the market back in 1973. The model is sold all over the world, but it had different names - Chrysler Lancer, Eagle Summit, Galan Fortis, Mitsubishi Mirage and others. Lancer's competitors include Toyota Corolla, Citroen C4, Peugeot 408, Honda Civic and other C-class cars. Since 2007, the 10th generation Lancer has been produced, as well as its charged Evolution modification.

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Mitsubishi Lancer engines. The official rate of fuel consumption per 100 km.

Generation 7 (1995-2000)

Gasoline:

• 1.3, 88 liters. sec., mechanics / automatic, front
• 1.3, 75 l. sec., mechanics, front, 12.5 seconds to 100 km / h, 9.2 / 5.5 liters per 100 km
• 1.3, 75 liters. sec., automatic, front, 15.8 seconds to 100 km / h, 10.6 / 6.5 liters per 100 km
• 1.5, 94 liters. sec., automatic / mechanic, front
• 1.5, 110 l. sec., mechanics / automatic, front / full
• 1.6, 175 liters. sec., mechanics / automatic, front
• 1.8, 135 liters. sec., automatic, front
• 1.8, 125 l. sec., mechanics / automatic, front
• 1.8, 205 l. sec., mechanics / automatic, front / full, 11.9 seconds to 100 km / h

Generation 9 (2000-2005)

Gasoline:

Restyling of generation 9 (2005-2010)

Gasoline:

• 1.3, 82 liters. sec., mechanics / automatic, front, 13.7 seconds to 100 km / h, 8.5 / 5.3 liters per 100 km
• 1.5, 91 l. sec., variator / mechanics, front / full
• 1.5, 100 l. sec., variator / mechanics, front / full
• 1.6, 98 liters. sec., mechanics / automatic, front, 8.8 / 5.5 - 10.3 / 6.4 liters per 100 km, 11.8-13.6 sec up to 100 km / h
• 1.8, 114 l. sec., variator, front
• 1.8, 130 liters. sec., variator, full / front
• 1.8, 165 l. sec., automatic, front
• 2.0, 120 liters. sec., mechanics / automatic, front
• 2.0, 135 l. sec., mechanics / variator, front, 9.6 seconds to 100 km / h, 11.7 / 6.5 liters per 100 km
• 2.0, 135 l. sec., automatic, front, 12 seconds to 100 km / h, 12.6 / 6.9 liters per 100 km
• 2.4, 162 l. sec., mechanics / automatic, front, 10.7 / 8.4 l per 100 km

Generation 10 (2007-2010)

Gasoline:

• 1.5, 109 l. with .. mechanics, front, 11.6 sec to 100 km / h, 8.2 / 5.4 liters per 100 km
• 1.5, 109 l. sec., automatic, front, 14.3 seconds to 100 km / h, 8.9 / 6 liters per 100 km
• 1.6, 117 liters. sec., automatic, front, 14 seconds to 100 km / h, 9.1 / 5.8 liters per 100 km
• 1.8, 143 liters. sec., variator, front, 11.2 seconds to 100 km / h, 10.9 / 6.2 liters per 100 km
• 1.8, 143 liters. sec., mechanics, front, 9.8 seconds to 100 km / h, 10.4 / 6.1 liters per 100 km
• 2.0, 150 liters. sec., variator, full, 11.4 seconds to 100 km / h, 12.1 / 6.8 liters per 100 km
• 2.0, 150 liters. sec., mechanics, full, 9.8 seconds to 100 km / h, 11.2 / 6.9 liters per 100 km
• 2.4, 168 l. sec., mechanics, front, 11.2 / 8.4 l per 100 km

Diesel:

• 2.0, 140 l. sec., mechanics / variator, front, 9.6 seconds to 100 km / h, 8.2 / 4.9 liters per 100 km

Restyling of generation 10 (2011-2015)

Gasoline:

• 1.6, 117 liters. sec., mechanics, front, 10.8 seconds to 100 km / h, 7.8 / 5 liters per 100 km
• 1.8, 140 liters. sec., variator, front, 11.4 seconds to 100 km / h, 10.8 / 6.1 liters per 100 km

Second facelift of generation 10 (2015-present)

Gasoline:

• 2.0, 148 l. sec., mechanics, front, 9.8 / 6.9 liters per 100 km
• 2.0, 148 l. sec., variator, front, 8.7 / 6.7 liters per 100 km
• 2.4, 168 l. sec., mechanics, front, 10.7 / 7.6 l per 100 km
• 2.4, 168 l. sec., variator, front, 9.8 / 7.6 liters per 100 km
• 2.4, 168 l. sec., variator, full, 10.2 / 7.6 l per 100 km

Mitsubishi lancer owner reviews

Generation 7

• Anatoly, Yekaterinoslavl, 1.3 88 p. with. Lancer is a solid and reliable car, 100% satisfied. Of course, the car is not new - it was produced in 1998, with a mileage of 120 thousand km. Very comfortable and compact car for the city, family and work. There is enough space in the cabin, two adult passengers will comfortably sit in the back. The volume of the trunk also does not look faded at the level of competitors. In principle, everything suits, well, except that the suspension is a little stiff on our roads. With a 1.3 engine and a manual gearbox, I fit into 7-8 liters per 100 km.
• Konstantin, Moscow region, 1.5 94 p. with. A wheelbarrow that is necessary for my needs, I do not particularly find fault - I needed a solid and reliable transport for every day, even if it was supported. Lancer - optimal in terms of price and quality ratio. I have a 94-horsepower version, it consumes within 8-9 liters from a manual transmission.
• Oleg, Nizhny Novgorod, 1.6 175 liters. with. Found a 7th generation Mitsubishi Lancer with a turbocharged engine. Excellent acceleration performance, the first hundred is recruited in 7-8 seconds. The old Lancer pleasantly surprised me, and besides, the engine saves on gasoline. In the urban cycle I fit a maximum of 12 liters, outside the city I get 8-9 liters per hundred.
• Karina, Simferopol, 1.8 125 l. with. Cool car, suits me in most parameters. Gasoline consumption per 100 km is about 10 liters, I fill in 92nd gasoline.
• Dmitry, Stavropol Territory, 1.3 75 liters. with. I'm happy with the car, I got the Lancer from my father. By the way, he bought it in the early 2000s on the secondary market. At that time, a bunch of junk was brought into the country, but you could choose a copy in good condition. Lancer is one of them, with a current mileage of 177 thousand km. I service the car myself, there are no problems with the repair. Average fuel consumption is 7-8 liters / 100 km. I fill in 92nd gasoline.

Generation 8

• Alexey, Vorkuta, 1.5. I still use Lancer. A simple and unpretentious car for the city, reliable and practically does not break down. The suspension is stiff, but it's more of a plus. The car is quite satisfactory, just for my needs - it gives pleasure every day. Handles well and brakes, and reliability is still high. Unfortunately, Lancer is not very practical with it. Not the most voluminous trunk, and a cramped interior, especially in the back. I have a 1.5 liter manual version. The car was produced in 2003, I bought it in a new state. The average consumption of gasoline per 100 km is 8-9 liters, I fill in 92nd gasoline.
• Alexey, Nizhny Novgorod, 1.8. The car of 2004, an unpretentious wheelbarrow in operation, is ideal for everyday travel. At first, my father drove it, taught me how to drive and proudly gave me Lancer. Thus, Mitsubishi Lancer became my first car. Consumes up to 10 liters per 100 km.
• Dmitry, Irkutsk, 1.5. I have a pretty rare Mitsubishi Lancer. The car is the eighth generation, with all-wheel drive and a 1.5-liter engine. The wheelbarrow has excellent geometric cross-country ability. If there was more ground clearance, then it would be a real SUV. Simple and reliable design, there is nothing superfluous in the cabin - all levers work, like electronic systems. Japanese engineers did their best, great respect to them. Lancer consumes 10-11 liters per 100 km. Probably not very low consumption is associated with all-wheel drive.
• Pavel, Kaliningrad, 2.0. I am satisfied with the car, I have had a Mitsubishi Lancer since 2005, it is equipped with front-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Consumes an average of 9-11 liters per hundred. I go and do not complain, very comfortable and reliable. I don’t see the point of buying the top ten, the eight suits me perfectly.
• Nadezhda, Yaroslavl, 1.5. My all-wheel drive Mitsubishi Lancer drove 100 thousand km, during 13 years of operation there were no serious breakdowns. I like the car as a whole. Although I admit that the model is already outdated, and something needs to be done with it. After all, otherwise it will be more difficult to sell later. Lancer with a 1.5-liter engine consumes 8-9 liters of 92 gasoline per hundred.
• Konstantin, Moscow region, 2.0. I have a 2005 Lancer, currently running 110 thousand km. I drive comfortably, my clients are happy. The ideal option for a taxi is reliable and unpretentious. Good dynamics, two-liter engine drags with a bang. Consumes an average of 11 liters per 100 km. The engine works with a mechanical box, which unleashes the full potential of the two-liter. By the way, the internal combustion engine supports the 92nd gasoline. Well, at least I fill it up and don't complain.
• Julia, Magnitogorsk, 1.5. I got the Lancer from my husband, and he himself moved to a new Toyota Corolla. The wheelbarrow is used only for city trips, consumes 8-9 liters per 100 km, works properly, is serviced only by dealers.
• Denis, Nikolaev, 2.0. Lancer is worth the money, bought on the secondary housing with a mileage of 120 thousand km. Version with a two-liter engine, acceleration to hundreds in 10 seconds. Excellent dynamics, decent handling and brakes. The salon is made soundly, I will praise the high quality of assembly and materials. Everything is simple and tasteful. I put the audio system on 12 speakers, plus two subwoofers in the trunk. I work as a DJ, Lancer and I kind of complement each other. Lancer with a 2.0 engine consumes 10 liters per 100 km.

Generation 9

With engine 1.3

• Constantine, Peter. Lancer serves me faithfully, I bought it in 2005. A solid and reliable workhorse, the best option for working in a taxi. Time-tested design, good adaptability to Russian climatic conditions. But for the sake of fairness, I will note the stiff suspension, which is not suitable for bumpy roads. But Lancer practically does not heel. For a taxi, a version with a 1.3-liter engine, which supports 92nd gasoline, was enough for me. Average fuel consumption is 7-8 liters per hundred.
• Alexander, Lipetsk. Mitsubishi Lancer is the best option in terms of family and other needs. In a word, a universal car, and I don't care how old it is - I bought a 12-year-old copy in 2017, with a range of 98 thousand km. Nothing breaks, does not creak. Only original spare parts cost. A 1.3-liter engine consumes 7-9 liters per hundred.
• Oleg, Stavropol Territory. I'm happy with the car, I have a 2006 lancer, with 163,000 km mileage. A solid and unpretentious car, consumes from 7 to 8 liters per 100 km, under the hood is a 1.3-liter 82-strong engine.
• Dmitry, Orenburg. A cool car, a car that you need - for a family, work, outings and other picnics. The car sets up for a dynamic ride - the chassis tuning is just great. Alas, its potential is not able to reveal the 1.3-liter engine. Saved what is called, chose the very Dishman package. I regret it, of course, although I didn't really want to overpay. In a 1.3-liter engine, the main advantage is fuel efficiency at the level of 8 liters per hundred in the city cycle.

With 1.6 manual transmission engine

• Oleg, Irkutsk. Cool car, personally I like it in all respects. For example, Lancer has excellent visibility and behavior on the road, a moderately stiff suspension, a very powerful 1.6-liter engine, a clear manual gearbox. Consumption from 7 to 10 liters, depending on the nature of driving.
• Leonid, Bryansk. I have a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, drove 120 thousand km. During this time, the sedan has never failed on a long journey. Serviced in a dealership, since the repair roads are relatively inexpensive. In addition, I will note the cheap spare parts, as a last resort, you can look after something during disassembly. The choice of spare parts for the Lancer is simply huge - even more than for the tenth Lancer. I bought a version with a 1.6-liter engine in 2006 - the most popular at that time. Decent dynamics, excellent brakes and handling. In the urban cycle, the car consumes 9 liters per 100 km.
• Mikhail, Yekaterinoslavl. I have a 2005 Lancer, which is actively used in the family and in household affairs. I confess right away, I bought the car because of the design and good handling. The car does not attract the eyes of others, it looks sporty and restrained. Pleased with a simple solid interior with perfect ergonomics, head unit and efficient air conditioning. The 1.6-liter manual version consumes 9 liters per 100 km.
• Yaroslav, Tambov. Cool car perfect for my needs. I work part-time in a taxi, and at the same time I still manage to deliver courier deliveries. In general, my total working day is 15-16 hours. I spend most of this time driving. Sitting comfortably and spaciously, dynamics and controllability are at their best. I recommend Lancer to everyone, take it you will not regret it. The version with a 1.6 engine and mechanics consumes 8-9 liters.
• Margarita, Taganrog. I'm happy with the car, I have a 2004 Lancer, I bought it on the secondary in March 2017. For a month and a half, the sedan has never broken, although it is not young. The total mileage is now 110 thousand, the flight is normal. 1.6-liter engine with mechanics consumes no more than 10 liters during vigorous driving.
• Konstantin, St. Petersburg. Decent car, optimal in terms of the ratio of power, reliability and Japanese quality. Lancer is my first supported foreign car, I bought it in 2015. Prior to that, I went to a Peugeot 107. Lancer is more spacious (of course), better controlled and slowed down. And most importantly, they finally began to respect me on the roads! The 1.6-liter engine works with mechanics and consumes 8-10 liters / 100 km.
• Igor, Saratov. Lancer is a good time-tested car. Satisfies the needs of both mine and my wife's. It steers well, and at the same time is very practical in everyday use. 1.6 engine with manual gearbox consumes up to 10 liters per hundred.
• Konstantin, Minsk. I liked the car, I still drive it, I work part-time in a taxi. A powerful 1.6-liter engine accelerates the Lancer to the first hundred in 10 seconds, the manual box unlocks the engine's potential 100%. In general, the dynamics are impressive, the maximum speed of 200 km / h is not a problem. On the highway, you can keep within 7-8 liters. A very spacious salon for four, and the interior itself is made in a kind of sporty style. Good build quality and fit of parts, there is nothing to complain about. I am sure that Lancer will serve me another 50-70 thousand meters, I see no reason to sell it.

With 1.6 engine automatic transmission

• Svetlana, Irkutsk. I'm happy with the car, by the way, I have a version with a 1.6-liter 90-horsepower engine. It is enough for me. In addition, I will praise the 4-speed automatic - although it is a bit old, it works flawlessly and allows the engine to open up to its fullest. In extreme cases, it is possible to transport the box to manual mode, and then it will generally fly away. In general, I am a dynamic girl, a kind of extrovert, and Lancer and I complement each other. The car consumes up to 10-11 liters per 100 km.
• Vladislav, Stavropol Territory. The car was bought in 2005 with a 1.6-liter engine. I was surprised by the smooth and fast operation of the 4-speed automatic, and in general, the car is perceived from the good side, sets it up for a fast drive. Consumes up to 10 liters per 100 km.
• Mikhail, Leningrad region. The car is just right, it satisfies all my driving needs - excellent visibility, good dynamics on the track, sharp and precise steering responses, moderately stiff suspension and smooth operation of the machine. The 1.6-liter engine eats up to 11 liters.
• Alexey, Bryansk. I'm happy with the car, I have a version of 2006, the current mileage under the steward. Mitsubishi Lancer impressed me pleasantly, still in excellent condition. I did not change anything from components and assemblies, well, perhaps only consumables. Consumption at the level of 10 liters with a 1.6 engine and automatic transmission.
• Konstantin, Moscow region. I got the Lancer in a maintained state - the 2006 version, with an archaic automatic 1.6-liter engine. Initially consumed an average of 10 liters per hundred, I am quite happy with it. The salon is not the most spacious in the class, but I have no family, so I will not find fault. I bought it purely for my needs, I drive with comfort. Very satisfied. Put body kits, spoiler, new seats and improved sound insulation. The dynamics have improved a little, acceleration to hundreds is now in 10 seconds, and this is with the old machine gun! Consumption remains the same.
• Anatoly, Lipetsk. Lancer suits me completely, it is very reliable and economical in the city and on long trips. Fuel consumption 10-11 liters. Under the hood is a 1.6-liter engine that works with a gun.

With 2.0 engine

• Alexander, Sverdlovsk. My Mitsubishi Lancer drove 160 thousand km, during this time there were no special breakdowns. The secret of the reliability of my car is timely service, and only in the company service using original spare parts. No handicraft methods and other collective farm, this is not a VAZ shah for you. I have a two-liter version with a gun, a powerful and dynamic car for the city and sprint at traffic lights. Consumes 10-12 liters, depending on the nature of the ride.
• Boris, Sakhalin Region. I liked the car, great respect to Lancer for excellent acceleration and handling. The two-liter engine and mechanics are an excellent tandem, my sedan is still quite capable of giving odds to more modern competitors. Acceleration to hundreds in 10 seconds, top speed 220 km / h. Average fuel consumption is only 10 liters.
• Elizaveta, Yekaterinburg. A great car for the city and long trips, a workhorse that you need. I have been with Lancer for more than 5 years in a taxi, the clients are satisfied. With a 2.0 engine and a gun, I fit into 11 liters per 100 km.
• Alexey, Almaty. My Lancer with a two-liter engine drove 170 thousand km, and never broke down on a large scale. It spends 10-11 liters, I fill in 95th gasoline.
• Maxim, St. Petersburg. I have had Lancer since 2007. He has a simple and unpretentious design, studied to the holes. The design of the model, of course, no longer evokes any emotions, from now on the car is associated with the classic sedans of the early 2000s, which are easy to tune. But I have a completely original car, with a factory 2-liter engine. He certainly does not need tuning, since the engine confidently pulls from all revolutions - it reveals itself both in the low and red zones of the tachometer. Consumes from 10 to 12 liters per 100 km.

Generation 10

With engine 1.5

• Konstantin, Moscow. Bought a Lancer in 2007 with a 1.5-liter engine. Basic equipment, only mechanics and air conditioning are available, and in fact nothing else. I decided to save some money, but then I discovered many flaws in this version. With reliability, everything is fine, but the acceleration capabilities, the behavior on the road is not impressive. Unfortunately, a 100-horsepower motor is not enough for the lightest car. In addition, the Lancer does not matter with the aerodynamics. Lancer is noisy, the gearbox works well, but this is not enough. There is no point in turning the engine to the red zone, because of this, consumption may increase. For example, I drive mainly at medium speeds, I fit into 10 liters in the city.
• Dmitry, Nizhny Novgorod region. I have nothing to praise Lancer for. Made a purchase in 2007, was looking forward to this car. But then I was disappointed, I traveled for six months and exchanged for a more powerful version with a 2.0 engine. 1.5-liter - none at all, and ate too much gasoline - no less than 10 liters per hundred.
• Maxim, Yekaterinoslavl. I didn't like the car. Well, nothing hooked, and that's it. Sold after two years of use. The cabin is very noisy at high revs, vibrations all around, rigid and explosive suspension, etc. There are no complaints about reliability, but this is not enough for a car of this level. City consumption 10 liters.
• Mikhail, Orenburg. The car did not suit me for any of the stated parameters. Never again buy marketing and low cost. A 1.5-liter is still a vegetable, it is not worthy for a seemingly good car. Due to the sluggish dynamics, you have to turn to the red zone, and then the consumption rises to 11 l / 100 km. Sold after a year of use.
• Alexey, St. Petersburg. I'll give Lancer a below average mark. But despite the weak 1.5-liter engine, the car came out quite successful. Yes, there is discomfort. Yes, a stiff and explosive suspension, noises in the cabin, vibrations in a circle, etc. But the high reliability of the car outweighs all the disadvantages. For 170 thousand runs, not a single serious breakdown, I'm not going to sell.
• Irina, Yekaterinoslavl. A solid and reliable car for every day. She sat down and went as they say. The 1.5-liter engine adjusts for a quiet ride, it's enough for me. Consumption 10 liters.
• Margarita, Arkhangelsk. Cool car, reliable and economical. I have a basic 1.5-liter version with mechanics, it consumes 9-10 liters.
• Natalia, Ryazan. I liked the car, inexpensive and practical to operate, equipped with a 1.5-liter engine with manual gearbox. In the city I fit into 10 liters, outside the city - 8 liters.
• Oleg, Krasnoyarsk. I have had a Mitsubishi Lancer since 2007, in ten years I have covered 150 thousand km. The wheelbarrow is reliable, Japanese technology of the highest quality. In this regard, I can give the top five with a plus. The rest is a complete failure, I did not expect it from such a noble car. Clumsy steering wheel, vibration in the cabin and too much noise. The 1.5-liter engine makes no sense to turn up to high revs. But I somehow resigned myself, all the same for me the main thing is reliability. Average consumption is 8-10 liters.
• Oleg, Nizhny Novgorod. I got a Lancer with a 1.5-liter engine and a manual transmission. The car is not for fast driving, although the sporty design suggests otherwise. All the same, the Japanese in vain released a Lancer with such an engine, which spoils the overall impression of a good car. In the urban cycle, the consumption is at the level of 10 liters, the manual gearbox works well.

With engine 1.6

• Yaroslav, Tambov. Generally satisfied with the car. Not the best car, but ideal in terms of endurance and adaptability to Russian conditions. The 1.6-liter engine could be more powerful, accelerating to a hundred in 12 seconds with a stretch. The mechanics work well, but they don't save the day. Average fuel consumption is 10 liters per 100 km. The cabin is spacious, materials and plastics are made with high quality, everything looks stylish and soundly, do not find fault.
• Alexey, Nizhny Novgorod. I bought Lancer in 2008 with a 1.6-liter engine. Looking at the large rear of the car, at first I thought that Lancer had a huge trunk against the background of competitors. But in fact, it turned out that it is even smaller than in its predecessor. Its volume is only 325 liters - a beggarly result, and a fat minus for it. I would not buy if my wife had not insisted. She just liked the car in all respects. Consumption of 10 liters per 100 km.
• Igor, Rostov. I am a big fan of cars of the Mitsubishi Lancer family, at one time I had a seventh generation Lancer, and since then I have not missed a single generation, so there is something to compare with. The tenth Lancer I have with a 1.6-liter engine and mechanics, consumes 10 liters per 100 km. The dynamics are enough for the city, but not for the highway. In this regard, the past Lancer was preferable.
• Yaroslav, Nizhny Novgorod region. I liked the car as a whole, it is equipped with a 1.6-liter engine and a manual transmission, the average gasoline consumption per 100 km is 9-10 liters, I fill in the AI-95. Comfortable, reliable and inexpensive transport for the city.
• Mikhail, Taganrog. I am generally satisfied with the car, if only the engine is more powerful, and everything would be perfect. Put a new Shumkov, now the cabin is quiet. I somehow resigned myself to a stiff suspension. The handling is good, as are the brakes. The 1.6-liter engine consumes 10 liters per 100 km.
• Pavel, Moscow region. Lancer 10 did not surprise me with anything, the car is like a car. Not the fastest, but inexpensive to maintain. In addition, it does not require frequent visits to the service. With a 1.6 engine and a manual gearbox, I fit into 9-10 liters.
• Vasily, Petrozavodsk. Lancer 10 is an ideal car in terms of value for money. I wanted a bigger car for little money. In my opinion, I made the right choice. Lancer has enough disadvantages, but there are much more advantages. For example, it's cool handling. 1.6-liter consumes 9-10 liters with vigorous driving.
• Nikolay, Tula region. I liked the car, I will praise the wheelbarrow for its reliability and inexpensive spare parts. Stiff suspension, noisy interior - will need to be improved. In the city I fit into 10 liters with a 1.6 engine.
• Vladislav, Bryansk. I will only praise the lancer 10 for its stylish looks. With its compact size, the Lancer looks larger than it actually is. The car is already outdated, and it must be admitted. I drove 130 thousand km, and during this time Lancer convinced me even more of his Japanese quality. And the noisy interior, stiff suspension, vibrations, etc. are all nit-picking. Consumption 10 liters per hundred.
• Nikolay, Yaroslavl. Mitsubishi Lancer 10th generation I got from relatives. I would never buy a new one like that. And if for free, then of course with pleasure. A small trunk, stiff suspension, a modest 1.6-liter and poor backward visibility - there are enough minuses. But reliability is up to the mark, and that decides everything. City consumption 10 liters.

With engine 1.8

• Lyudmila, Pyatigorsk. I have a Lancer 10 with a 1.8 liter engine. The car has good dynamics, the 140-horsepower engine is fully developed. In addition, a clear mechanical transmission also contributes to overclocking. The car consumes 10 liters in the urban cycle, outside the city I fit 7-8 liters. With vigorous driving, you can keep within 11 liters. When driving at high speeds, the consumption even reaches 12 liters per 100 km. Overclocking to hundreds takes only 10 seconds, which is an excellent indicator against the background of competitors.
• Maxim, Magnitogorsk. Cool car with a famous name. I recognize Lancer, the car is many times better than its predecessor. A dynamic and moderately comfortable car, as much as possible for a sports "lighter". Handling is beyond praise, Lancer steers confidently even on a winding road. Exchange rate stability is also at the highest level. The car seems to give me a second youth, and I feel 20 years younger. With a 1.8 engine and mechanics, I fit into 10-11 liters per 100 km.
• Nikolay, Kaliningrad. Decent car worth the money spent. He did not regret a dime that he overpaid for a more top-end 1.8-liter version. I needed dynamics and good handling, and comfort for me is a secondary thing. In the city, the consumption is 10-11 liters.
• Mikhail, Moscow. Mitsubishi Lancer - one of the most affordable sports cars, took a 1.8-liter version with mechanics. I am satisfied with the purchase, 100% satisfied. Consumes no more than 11-12 liters per hundred.
• Karina, Simferopol. The car is perfect, ideal for city trips. Excellent handling and almost no roll, I also praise the well-tuned brakes. A 1.8 liter engine with mechanics consumes from 10 to 11 liters.
• Pavel, Stavropol Territory. Cool car for every day, I get a storm of emotions from driving this car. With practicality, Lancer is not very good, but dynamics and controllability are at a decent level. The 1.8-liter engine consumes up to 12 l / 100 km when driven at consistently high revs.