Mitsubishi unveils the 2008 Lancer

by Sze | Filed under Transportation.

Mitsubishi has unveiled its next-generation Lancer sedan. The new Lancer is based on the Concept-X shown by Mitsubishi in 2005. It will be available in three levels of trim and driving dynamics: DE, ES and the sport-tuned GTS. There will also be a Evo version.

The 2008 Lancer is based on a new global platform that also forms the foundation of the new Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. It has a longer wheelbase and wider track, but slightly shorter overall length than the previous model. All Lancer models are powered by a new 2.0L 152hp 4-cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The new Lancer is the first Mitsubishi in North America to offer an optional continuously variable transmission (CVT). When equipped with the CVT, the Lancer GTS will come with a 6-speed tiptronic mode using magnesium steering wheel paddle shifters.