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2002 Mitsubishi Lancer User Reviews

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 64 reviews

  • Performance:3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5 / 5
  • Appearance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Overall:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 24 reviews
"ride" 23 reviews
"handling" 16 reviews
"power" 15 reviews
"speed" 9 reviews
CONS
"power" 14 reviews
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
"fwd" 2 reviews

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Michael writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally Review
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It is fun

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Temptation for speeding.

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Lancer Wizzard Of The O.z. — This is a fun city care, good in traffic. It has enough get up and go to have some fun, but it is no racer. It has nice rims and a keyless started added to it, both are just plus to its already cool appearence. Last but not least is the iPod jack and sweet sound system.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Barbara writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Review
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Can handle any type of weather or roads.

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no reason really only if your old it is a bit to low to get in & out of.

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Easy All Round To Own This Car Plenty Of Room Easy To Maintaine. — The Performance is great,Acceleration is good,easy to handle on the roads tar or dirt, only the when it needs service, No squeaks/ rattles.I think the Appearance of my car is great out standing,love the interior & exterior all matches very well,very good in the price, goes well on the gas mileage,it only has it service when it need it does not need any maintenance on it.my car is so easy to drive and fun being in it to and very comfortable to. i love the colour rose...

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Adrienne writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer LS Review
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Small and quick

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It isn't a MR2 lol

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Larry The Lancer — Cheap, quick, enjoyable, cute, easily modified. The steering column and circle and in a perfect position. Handles pretty well, although I will lower it which will help to stick in those corners. The gears are very close together. Interior is a little boring.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Mario writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Review
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fuel econ and reliability

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Parts are hella expensive.

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My Front End Is Still Going Strong After Five Years 160,000 Kilos Of Some Of The Worst Roads In Ja — Reliability, fuel economy and the fact that it is the basis for the Evo VII thru IX. Parts are real expensive, but they last a looong time. CVT has build quality issues; tranny was the only big ticket item I had to change. Aside from that, it rides well, will outperform most other compacts with the same cc rating and has ok handling

Primary Use: Family transportation

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lach writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer LS Review
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Power everything, attractive interior, peppy

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Thin paint, noisy AC compressor

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Civic And Corolla Owners Wasted Their Money — I love getting Japanese quality for Korean prices. The Lancer gets passed up as an "off-brand" Japanese car, making used-car prices appealingly low. The thing's a blast to drive, even in automatic trim. It's peppy (for a small car) and relatively quiet. Cost of ownership is very low. Aside from regular oil /fluid changes and a timing belt swap at 120k, the car has not required any service.

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James writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Review
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Manual, looks, affordability

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Few dents, lots of stone chips, lots of kms.

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My First Car — First car. It is actually a '97 model but car iq wouldn't let me choose. For a 1.5l engine it seems to go nicely. Only $3500 to buy. Very cheap to run. Good fun to drive because of manual. Overall a very nice first car. No real mods planned or intended.

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Daniel writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally Review
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Great modification car, lots of parts to change and easy! Great gas mileage!!!

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Not recomended for track, there are better cars that go fast for the money you pay on this one.

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02 Oz Mitsubishi Lancer — I have installed some Tein Springs that combine with the stock sway bar of the OZ that produces awesome handling. However its not fast at all, but i wasn't going for speed when I wanted a car. Looks ok for stock oz of course, but there are many bodykits that are available for the car. And of course lots of customization.

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gts1013 writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer O-Z Rally Review
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Gas Mileage, Reliability, Handling,  Beautiful Sporty Look

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Looks faster than it is.  Stereo System

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315k+ Miles And Going Strong — I learned a long time ago that if you take care of your oil changes, a well built car will last a long time. Very true with this awesome car. Religious with oil changes every 3-4k. At 200k switched to a synthetic blend, now after 300k full synthetic. Also keep up with normal maintenance, belt changes, water pump, Front axle shafts/CV joints. The only thing that really started to go were the CV joints, most others (timing belt, alternator, shocks, etc....) I changed because it was time. Morale of the story: take care of the car and it will take cars of you. This thing still drives beautifully after 300k, better than most "American Made" with half the miles. Still gets 35-40 MPG. Have had very little go wrong with this car. Hesitant to buy it when I did - Brand New, first model year for the Lancer - but I have been pleasantly surprised. I would get another Mitsubishi in a heartbeat. Can't ask for much more. Except a little more pep to match its quick look, but that is minor.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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ColoradoCarChicks writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Review
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Large interior, classy exterior styling, many standard features.

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none

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Affordable And Economical — I like that this car get great gas mileage while still looking and handling well. It is a great commuter car but still can fit people and cargo comfortably. It makes it easy to get around town and its also fun.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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malok1971 writes:
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer LS Review
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Never stop on the road.

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It cannot fit all our family!

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New Timing Belt — I can go to atlanta Georgia only by half gas tank is very economy. In gas 30 mile a gallon. Also is very fast new spark pluck and wire there is a peace of mind what i do not like is it cannot fit all the family

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Cost $4,596 Average Instant Market Value $6,090 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 30 36
Horsepower 120 115
Crash Test Rating 4 5
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.2 42.5

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Reviews

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Reviews

It's Not About The Car. It's The Driver By De

Initially I thought the fuel consumption was going to be very bad when I changed the exhaust but then it didn't. Performance - Mid Range is good Build Quality - Paintwork need to be improved Appearanc... Read More

Great Bang For The Buck. By Serge

this is a great car for someone that has a small family.it has great handling. good fuel economy. cheap on gas. very comfortable. it is fun to to drive. great lighting for night driving. i give it 4.5... Read More

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Reviews

My Daily Driver By Kevin

The handling on this car is by far the best of any I have driven, including mustangs and mazdas. The Rockford/Fosgate sound system is impressive for a factory system. It could use another 30 hp, but... Read More

Quick And Reliable By Ryan

The DE lacks the off the lot power as the other models but at a fraction of the price. I personally love the look of the car and haven't seen any other cars in this class that I like nearly as much.... Read More

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Reviews

Gas Consumption. By Griml0ck5S

This car has the potential to get you 30 MPG, only thing I suggest when shooting for this or better is driving with the cruise control going long distance like 200-400 miles at a constant rate of 68-7... Read More

Overall Look At The Car By Griml0ck5S

its great on gas in the spring fall and maybe winter, but when summer comes, the AC uses power and takes away from pick up, and AC uses more fuel as well. The car is very reliable but if the clutch on... Read More

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Reviews

Price And Comfort Considered I Would Rather Drive This Over A Civic. By pz0103

Being a Engineer and mechanic I can appreciate a great product. I have found these cars to be extremely comfortable and durable. They also have great visibility. Easy to get in and out of. They also h... Read More

Great Sporty Yet Roomy Car By Pete

just got it but so far a great car. its the only car that ive ever driven that has such a wicked oversteer. and i got to say every time i try something in it i alway end up impressed Read More

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