Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: possibly fast, still very homely

By Derek Fung and Brian Cooley on 08 October 2008

Tags: lancer | mitsubishi | paris motor show 2008 | ralliart | sportback | sedan | evolution

Paris Motor Show 2008 With Subaru launching a sedan version of its Impreza, it's not surprising that Mitsubishi now has a hatchback version of the Lancer.


Mitsubishi launched its current Lancer range — including the turned-up-to-11 Evolution — in sedan form. Arch-rival Subaru, however, returned fire in Australia with its hatchback-only Impreza. A year or so on, with Subaru having brought a sedan version of the Impreza down under, there's now a hatchback version of the Lancer on the horizon.

In Ralliart or Evolution trim it'll be crazily fast. Good thing too because, like the Impreza hatch, it's an awkward looking object.

Like this article? Click below to send it to your mobile for free!

jerico
09/10/2008 01:00 PM

It's no ford!!

Report offensive content

  • Leave a comment

All fields marked with * are required

What do you think

Your e-mail will not be displayed

You must read and type the 6 chars within 0..9 and A..F

You must read and type the 6 chars.


  • Michelin moves the motor to the tyre

  • New Mazda3 hatch and sedan now both revealed

  • Porsche Panamera merges sedan and hatchback

  • Next Lexus RX sports iDrive/MMI/Comand-style controller

  • Bye bye Nissan 350Z, hello 370Z!

  • Oi!: Poll: Does product placement work?

  • Modified Audi A4 achieves world record on alternative fuel

  • Cadillac's Aussie comeback mixes art and science

  • Pagani Zonda C12S Roadster

More articles »

Product finder

  • Lexus RX400h (2006)

    Lexus RX400h (2006)

    For those craving a luxury four-wheel drive with an emphasis on luxury rather than cornering elan, then the RX400h is a good choice. It's about as much four-wheel drive as many of us will ever need, and its fuel thrift is pleasing too.

  • Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI (Golf V, 2007)

    Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI (Golf V, 2007)

    A fine way to traverse Australia's vast distances, but we miss the Twincharger's up and at them attitude.

  • Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TSI (Golf V, 2007)

    Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TSI (Golf V, 2007)

    The GT Sport TSI shape-shifts easily between a relaxed cruiser and inconspicuous hot-hatch, and the 1.4-litre Twincharger engine is an engineering marvel. But the GTI is just five grand more. Decisions, decisions.

  • Jeep Cherokee Sport diesel (2008)

    Jeep Cherokee Sport diesel (2008)

    Built for serious off-roading, not just dashing up the gravel track to your favourite vineyard, the Cherokee demands too many compromises to be a city-bound family hauler.

  • Toyota Tarago GLi (2006)

    Toyota Tarago GLi (2006)

    A people mover that transports all manner of cargo with ease. Pity that it's so pricey and that many of the valuable safety features are optional extras.

More reviews »

Membership benefits

Create wishlists

Create wishlists

See a product on CNET Australia that you want? Add it to your wishlist and send a hint to your friends and family. Sign up for a free CNET Australia membership now!