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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

At a Glance

Pricing $18,395 - $24,895
Drive Types FWD
Engines 2.0l I4, 2.4l I4
Transmissions CVT
Fuel Economy 22-24 (city), 29-32 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index 55
Style 3 stars out of 5
Utility 3 stars out of 5
Livability 5 stars out of 5
Value 3 stars out of 5
Fun 4 stars out of 5

Overview Information

The Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is a 5-door variant of the Lancer sedan that replaces the trunk with a small hatchback. The Lancer Sportback is Mitsubishi's answer to the Mazda Mazda3 5d, Subaru Impreza wagon, and Toyota Corolla Matrix. Thanks to the Lancer Evolution, all Lancers are solidly constructed cars with a more substantial feel than the Japanese competition. The base model equips a 2.0l four cylinder. The GT has an upgraded 2.4L engine and 18-inch wheels.

What Changed:

The Ralliart model and manual transmissions are dropped. The lineup consists of the ES and the GT (formerly GTS).

Official Word:

Looking for more space and utility but don't want to lose the athleticism and convenience that an accomplished sports sedan can offer? Then Mitsubishi has you covered with its tantalizingly-styled, fleet of foot 5-door version of the company's best-selling Lancer sports sedan, the 2011 Lancer Sportback. And with three different versions of the Lancer Sportback available for the new model year - including the all-new, lowest-priced Lancer ES - this is one hot hatchback that can...Read.

Model/Trim/Package EL Engine MPG VjI Base Price
Lancer Sportback ES 1 2.0l I4 (148-bhp) CVT FWD 24/32/28 41 $18,395
Lancer Sportback ES Alloy Wheel 1 2.0l I4 (148-bhp) CVT FWD 24/32/28 41 $18,895
Lancer Sportback GT 2 2.4l I4 (168-bhp) CVT FWD 22/29/25 55 $21,345
Lancer Sportback GT Touring 3 2.4l I4 (168-bhp) CVT FWD 22/29/25 55 $24,895

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