Last year, Mitsubishi Motor Corp., the sixth largest automaker in Japan and the seventeenth largest in the world by global unit sales, had its global retail sales surging by 15 percent. A big factor contributing to this success is the launch of the company’s two new C-segment models, namely the Outlander SUV and Lancer sedan, more than having premium Mitsubishi Pickup radiator hose on the vehicles the company produces.
Mitsubishi provided both the models a torquey new 2.4 L engine. The engine adds a lower entry point to what was a V-6-only lineup for the Outlander. It also provides a “big block” in the topstep GTS trim for the Lancer, on the other hand.
Since the launch, the Lancer had the all-aluminum 2.0 L engine. Now, the new 4B12 engine comes as a bored and stroked variant of the old. The new has a displacement of 362 cc, boosted up through an 11 mm increase in piston stroke (to 91) and a 2 mm increase in cylinder bore diameter (88). Like the old, the new features 16 valves and Mitsubishi’s MIVEC variable valve timing system on both intake and exhaust camshafts. But, the new is provided with balance shafts to optimize smoothness.
For the Lander GTS, the new engine generates 16 added horsepower and 21 additional lb-ft of torque, compared with last year’s 45-state version). Now, it produces 168 horsepower and 167 lb-ft. This power is even greater compare with the PZEV-rated 2.0 L models, which have been rated at 143 for both horsepower and torque.
Despite the larger engine, there is no much difference with regards to the pump. The city/highway fuel economy remains at 21/28 for the five-speed manual and 21/22 for the CVT.
Other than the new engine, the 2009 Lancer GTS comes with standard high contrast meters and options. It includes traction control, Xenon headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and the FAST Key (Freehand Advanced Security Transmitter) entry system that allows the driver to unlock and open the door with the key in pocket or purse.
Sounds wonderful for the Lancer, right? Probably, most of you are excited to get a test drive. Then, get one to be your own, but not until early 2008, to when it goes on sale. Just make sure you have about $18,000 on your hand for a purchase.
Mitsubishi provided both the models a torquey new 2.4 L engine. The engine adds a lower entry point to what was a V-6-only lineup for the Outlander. It also provides a “big block” in the topstep GTS trim for the Lancer, on the other hand.
Since the launch, the Lancer had the all-aluminum 2.0 L engine. Now, the new 4B12 engine comes as a bored and stroked variant of the old. The new has a displacement of 362 cc, boosted up through an 11 mm increase in piston stroke (to 91) and a 2 mm increase in cylinder bore diameter (88). Like the old, the new features 16 valves and Mitsubishi’s MIVEC variable valve timing system on both intake and exhaust camshafts. But, the new is provided with balance shafts to optimize smoothness.
For the Lander GTS, the new engine generates 16 added horsepower and 21 additional lb-ft of torque, compared with last year’s 45-state version). Now, it produces 168 horsepower and 167 lb-ft. This power is even greater compare with the PZEV-rated 2.0 L models, which have been rated at 143 for both horsepower and torque.
Despite the larger engine, there is no much difference with regards to the pump. The city/highway fuel economy remains at 21/28 for the five-speed manual and 21/22 for the CVT.
Other than the new engine, the 2009 Lancer GTS comes with standard high contrast meters and options. It includes traction control, Xenon headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and the FAST Key (Freehand Advanced Security Transmitter) entry system that allows the driver to unlock and open the door with the key in pocket or purse.
Sounds wonderful for the Lancer, right? Probably, most of you are excited to get a test drive. Then, get one to be your own, but not until early 2008, to when it goes on sale. Just make sure you have about $18,000 on your hand for a purchase.
