2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

At a Glance

Pricing $16,995 - $31,195
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.0l I4, 2.0l I4 T, 2.4l I4
Transmissions CVT, M5, SM6
Fuel Economy 17-25 (city), 25-32 (highway)

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 2.0l four cylinder. The GTS has an upgraded 2.4L engine and 18-inch wheels. A Ralliart model bridges the gap between the Lancer and the Lancer Evolution. With a 237-bhp turbo and all-wheel-drive, the Ralliart is an alternative to the Subaru Impreza WRX or Mazdaspeed3 but at a stiff price premium.

What Changed:

An entry level Sportback ES model equips a 2.0l four cylinder at a lower price point.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Lancer Sportback ES 2.0l I4 (148-bhp) M5 FWD $16,995
Lancer Sportback ES 2.0l I4 (148-bhp) CVT FWD $17,895
Lancer Sportback GTS 2.4l I4 (168-bhp) M5 FWD $19,895
Lancer Sportback GTS 2.4l I4 (168-bhp) CVT FWD $20,895
Lancer Sportback GTS Touring 2.4l I4 (168-bhp) CVT FWD $24,195
Lancer Sportback Ralliart 2.0l I4 T (237-bhp) SM6 AWD $28,095
Lancer Sportback Ralliart Touring 2.0l I4 T (237-bhp) SM6 AWD $31,195