2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
The Lancer is all new for 2008. The new Lancer wears striking new styling on its larger body. Mitsubishi offers Lancer in DE, ES, and GTS trim levels. All are powered by a 152-hp four-cylinder mated to either a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
The second generation of the Lancer Evolution to reach the U.S. market is one inch longer in wheelbase and width, but slightly shorter in overall length. Weight has increased by about 100 lbs. A new turbocharged and intercooled 2.0L four-cylinder engine rated at 295-bhp and 300 lb.-ft. of peak torque is under the hood. Although the displacement is the same, the new engine differs in many ways starting with a new cast aluminum engine block and aluminum cylinder heads. Changes to the valve train and timing chain reduce weight. Numerous new technologies reside in the Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) all-wheel-drive system. The system includes an active center differential (ACD), active rear differential (AYC) and active stability control (ASC). Torque can be split up to 50:50 front to rear. MR models offer a dual-clutch automated manual transmission with paddle shifters. Pricing has risen about $5000 with a starting price just under $33,000.
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
A 2.4L four-cylinder engine and CVT transmission become the standard powertrain for entry-level ES models. For its second year, the Outlander also benefits from restyled door panels and a host of equipment changes.
Mitsubishi has endured a few boom and bust cycles, but has emerged from its most recent troubles with a solid lineup of small cars.
An all-new Lancer went on sale in 2007 as a 2008 model. The new Lancer wears striking new styling on its larger body. Mitsubishi offers Lancer in DE, ES, and GTS trim levels ranging in price from $14,000-18,500. All are powered by a 152-hp four-cylinder mated to either a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission.
Mitsubishi's solid small SUV, the Outlander benefits from a number of enhancements for the 2008 model year.
An aggressive new Lancer means a new Lancer Evolution is nigh. Mitsubishi's rally-bred street monster packs a 295-hp turbocharged and intercooled engine in to a new car with looks more befitting its over $30,000 price tag. New driveline technologies aim to make the day-to-day driving experience as rewarding as it is when your foot is pressed hard to the floor.
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