Mitsubishi Lancer Hatchback 2.0 DI-D GS2 5dr

For The turbodiesel has a healthy amount of pull, and returns 10mpg more than the 1.8 petrol. GS2 equipment includes cruise control, curtain airbags and leather trim for the steering wheel and gearknob.

Against The engine delivers all its grunt in one abrupt surge in the middle of the rev-range. Refinement isn't good, either, and it's considerably more to buy than the equivalent 1.8-litre petrol car.

What Car? says

1 out of 5 stars

Because the diesel Sportback costs so much more than the 1.8 petrol and has relatively little benefit in terms of economy or company car tax, we think the petrol is the better buy.

Reader review rating

3.6

Key facts

0–60mph: 9.6 secs
Top speed: 127 mph
Average mpg: 45.6
Tank range: 593 miles

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Performance
1 out of 5 stars
Not the finest selection of engines
Ride & Handling
1 out of 5 stars
Poor in both areas
Refinement
1 out of 5 stars
Too much noise intrudes
Buying & Owning
2 out of 5 stars
Cheap, but that's not the whole story
Quality & Reliability
2 out of 5 stars
Solid, but not swanky
Safety & Security
3 out of 5 stars
Only top models have stability control
Behind The Wheel
2 out of 5 stars
Simple layout; not enough adjustment
Space & Practicality
2 out of 5 stars
Good legroom, boot shallow
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
Most models pretty well equipped

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Lancer name may be associated with the Evo performance car, but the hatchback couldn’t be more different. The driving experience is poor in every area. It’s a big car for a small outlay, but we still don’t think that it’s worthy of your consideration. If you must have one, the cheapest models make the most sense.

To further save money, consider Mitsubishi’s Service Plan that will cover all the scheduled services throughout the first three years of a new car’s life, ensuring that they are performed by Mitsubishi-trained technicians, using genuine Mitsubishi parts.

You can also include the cost of the Service Plan in your finance, and the plan can be transferred to a new owner when you sell. Scheduled Services only include parts defined by the manufacturer such as filters, oil, consumables and labour. The Service Schedule does not include wear and tear items such as brake pads and discs, clutches, tyres etc. For full details, contact your local Mitsubishi Dealer.