Is Mitsubishi Lancer worth buying? Is it worth buying a “used” Mitsubishi Lancer X? Weaknesses in the transmission

By the early 2000s, the once legendary Mitsubishi brand had deflated and stopped delighting fans with driving and expressive cars. They were replaced by a measured generation without a bright design and outstanding characteristics. An example of such a transformation was the tenth generation Lancer. Fans of the previous generation were disappointed: the “ten” became more complex in design, lost its former reliability, and the maneuverability and excitement of the ninth generation disappeared. But comfort became a higher class, and the appearance met the then modern standards of automotive beauty. Most of the sales were due to the history of the model. How the tenth generation comes to the secondary market, we will find out in the Lancer review.

The model has been sold in Russia since 2007. During this time, it experienced two restylings - in 2011 and 2015. In 2017, Lancer ceased to exist altogether. Almost all models sold in the secondary market are sedans, but occasionally you can also find hatches. Lancer IX was chosen for its affordability and the absence of global problems over a long period of operation. The “Ten” was unable to please those who switched to the older generation: driving several hundred thousand kilometers without investment was no longer possible. It’s not enough just to add new oil to the Lancer X; it needs more serious care.

Engines

There were no unsuccessful engines in the tenth generation. All serve 150-200 thousand km. until the first major repair. Even a weak one and a half liter engine, which is not suitable for a large sedan, does not break down immediately. Yes, it won’t be able to “get on the gas” and is only suitable for driving around the golf course, but it is not particularly demanding on repairs. Included with it was a manual gearbox, on which bearings kept flying and the electric power steering often failed.

Other gasoline engines turned out to be even more successful, more powerful and more reliable. The manufacturer offered a choice of: 1.5; 1.6; 1.8; 2.0 and 2.4 l. They say that diesel units are also found in the secondary market, but they rarely appear in advertisements.

The Lancer engines were not without problem areas. On two-liter engines, the throttle valve becomes clogged, causing the speed to fluctuate at idle. For engines 1.8 and 2.0, by 65 thousand km, the belt rollers of the attachments wear out, and the belt comes off them. All engines with a mileage of over 100 thousand km have a leak in the front crankshaft oil seal. This is fraught with failure of the crankshaft pulley, onto which oil leaks. By a hundred kilometers the engine begins to hum excessively. This is a signal of subsidence of the graphite ring of the receiving pipe.

Manual transmissions are not satisfactory, except for the one that is paired with a one and a half liter engine. The 1.5 and 1.6 were also equipped with a conventional automatic: an old, leisurely and uneconomical, but reliable and “eternal” gearbox. With these boxes you only need to change the oil on time - every 60-80 thousand km. A variator was installed on engines 1.8 and 2.0. If the previous owner did not damage the box with extreme driving, then there is nothing to be afraid of. In the heat and when driving recklessly, the oil in the box boils. Choose items that have been regularly serviced and sellers who can confirm this. No other typical problems with Lancer engines were identified.

Body

Servicemen say that the thin layer of paint that was provided to the tenth Lancer lasts quite a long time. The car is not prone to corrosion if there is no mechanical damage. If the chips were blindly painted over in dark garages, then corrosion will await the new owner under the layer of such body repairs.

The ground clearance is only 165 mm, so the “skirts” and body kits on Lancers are always scratched or completely torn off. The length of the Mitsubishi Lancer is 4570 mm - standard for a C-class sedan. Not much will fit in the trunk of the Lancer - only 315 liters, which is significantly less than that of its competitors.

Salon

The interior of the tenth Lancer remains in its original form for a long time. Partly the point is that there is nothing remarkable or innovative inside the “ten”. Therefore, it will not be possible to determine the mileage from the interior.

Attractive and interesting interior design is not about Lancer. Inside, the driver and passenger will feel minimalist: nothing superfluous. Sometimes it’s so ascetic that even what you need won’t be enough. The plastic inside is hard and matte.

The second row of seats is comfortable. There is enough legroom even for tall passengers, but the same cannot be said about the headroom. The rear sofa is designed for three, but only slender and short fellow travelers will be comfortable.

Chassis

The 10's suspension is noticeably nicer than the previous generation's: it bounces over bumps and jumps over speed bumps. But when cornering, the car is unable to hold the road and rolls in all directions. And this is not at all what you expect from the heir to the legendary rally past.

According to reviews from owners about the Lancer, after 45 thousand km the original stabilizer bushings have to be changed, and at 70 thousand km the rear silent blocks have to be changed. By 90 thousand, the stabilizer struts and front shock absorbers “die”. It’s good if the previous owner chose high-quality analogues, and they last just as long.

In the rear suspension, the outer silent blocks of the transverse arms are the first to give out - already by 90 thousand km. The remaining parts last up to 150 thousand km.

Should I buy Lancer X or not?

You need to have luck and fortune to find an acceptable used Mitsubishi Lancer. In an attempt to resemble the heroes from the movies, the owners pushed the “tens” to the maximum, even if we were talking about a one and a half liter engine. As a result, the market is overflowing with cars after accidents of varying severity, with dead engines and tired gearboxes. Perhaps this is the main disadvantage of the Mitsubishi Lancer of the anniversary and latest generation.

The average cost of used Lancers is 381 thousand rubles for earlier models and 407.5 thousand rubles for newer models. For this money, for example, a 2007 model is sold. with a mileage of 160 thousand km on a two-liter engine with 150 “horses”:

We found another option - more expensive: a bright restyled Lancer X 2012 with a 1.6 and 117 liter engine. With.:

According to the Autocode check, this blue beauty is sold with a full range of unwanted problems:

The car was involved in at least four officially registered accidents.
According to official insurance calculations, the car needed repairs worth 1.8 million rubles.
Four registration restrictions are imposed on the car, prohibiting registration to the new owner;
There are two unpaid fines hanging on the car.

Fans of the brand are accustomed to not spending money on maintenance, so finding a car with high-quality care is a blessing. Most copies have already used up their resource and are therefore being sold.

When purchasing, double check everything three times. And be sure to take the car for a full diagnostic. Be carefull!

Have you ever owned a Mitsubishi car? Tell us about it in the comments below the article.

On the conveyor: since 2007
Body: sedan, hatchback
Russian range of engines: petrol, P4, 1.5 (109 hp), 1.6 (117 hp), 1.8 (143 hp), 2.0 (150 hp)
Gearboxes: M5, A4, variator
Drive unit: front, full
Restyling: in 2010, the total number of modifications was reduced, but a couple of years later a new 1.6 engine became available and the front bumper, radiator grille, front fog lights and rear optics were changed; Sound insulation has been improved, the instrument panel has been updated.
Crash tests: 2009, Euro NCAP; overall rating: five stars: adult occupant protection - 81%, child protection - 80%, pedestrian protection - 34%, safety assistants - 71%.

For motors of all types, the usual service life of the attachment belt and its rollers is from 100,000 km, and the engine mounts last much longer than those of the previous Lancer.

On modifications with a 1.5 engine, an electric power steering is installed, built into the steering rack. On cars of the first years of production, very rarely, system failures occurred. The amplifier either turned off completely or only worked when the steering wheel was rotated in one direction. Attempts at repair did not bring the desired result and in the end it was necessary to replace the steering gear assemblies with used ones. In general, the electric booster on the Lancer does not cause any trouble. Unlike Subaru, Ford and Mazda, Mitsubishi's electric racks are reliable: knocking is not their thing.
On versions with engines 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0, classic power steering is installed. Sometimes a leak appears in the return line running from the rack to the pump: the rubber tubes fray in the places where they are attached to the steering mechanism. It is important to replace the power steering fluid in accordance with the regulations - every 90,000 km. By this mileage, natural wear products in the lubricant have already significantly clogged the filter mesh in the pump reservoir.

Alas, a good picture of the reliability of both types of racks is spoiled by the low service life of steering rods and ends - on average, a little more than 60,000 km.
Like its predecessor, the rear silent blocks of the front control arms do not have an enviable service life - they last only 60,000 km. They can be replaced separately, but at about 90,000 km the ball joint dies, which only comes together with the lever. Therefore, if the rear silent block breaks, it is more rational to replace the lever assembly.
Front shock absorbers last an average of 120,000 km. When replacing them, the support bearings are also updated so as not to have to remove the units again.
Front and rear stabilizer bushings are consumables. They are changed every 30,000 km. The front stabilizer struts are also not particularly durable: the service life is about 40,000 km.
Like its predecessor, the tenth Lancer's brake mechanisms have to be serviced every time the pads are replaced - the guides in the caliper brackets must be cleaned and the fingers lubricated. This is especially important for rear brakes. Without prevention, mechanisms quickly turn sour. The pads stop moving away from the disc, which means increased wear and overheating, squeaks and other extraneous noises are inevitable. With a working system, the front pads last 30,000–50,000 km, and the rear pads last about 90,000 km.
The rear suspension of the 1.5‑ and 1.6‑liter modifications is deprived of a stabilizer, but it can be additionally installed - the mounting holes are unified.
In silent blocks, the camber and toe adjustment bolts turn sour quite quickly. Alas, there is only one prevention - check and adjust the wheel alignment angles every 60,000 km. If you miss the moment, repairs will cost much more.
The service life of the neutralizer and oxygen sensors is at least 100,000 km. Most often, lambda probes fail due to a break in their internal heating circuit. The original sensors are very expensive, so service technicians use cheaper but decent analogues from Denso.
To save money, often the sintered honeycombs of failed neutralizers are pierced, and a blende is installed on the second lambda probe, which controls the efficiency of the system. This is a small spacer between the sensor and the exhaust gas flow. It has a kind of small neutralizer built into it with honeycombs, which successfully imitates the operation of an expensive unit.
After 100,000 km, the exhaust pipe ring burns out. This is a common problem. The exhaust system immediately raises its voice.

The Achilles heel of the tenth Lancer - variable speed drive. It is only available for versions with 1.8 and 2.0 engines. Even with proper maintenance and operation, the CVT lives on average only 150,000 km. A complete and qualified repair involves the mandatory replacement of many expensive parts, and the final price tag for restoration reaches 120,000 rubles. Therefore, used CVTs are in great demand on the market. There are enough offers, and the price is tolerable - 60,000 rubles. The Lancer has a unit from the Japanese company Jatco JF011E. They are equipped with Outlanders and many models of the Renault-Nissan concern.

In addition to the negligent attitude of the owners, the life of the whimsical transmission is greatly reduced by the unfortunate location of its cooling radiator. On pre-restyling models it is located under the bumper, almost on the fender liner of the front left wheel, as a result it quickly becomes overgrown with dirt - and the variator overheats. Therefore, the radiator has to be dismantled and washed before each summer season. There are pitfalls here - the unit is susceptible to corrosion. Even when removing the hoses from their fittings for the first time, there is a high risk of breaking them, and by 120,000 km they completely rot. A new radiator costs 20,000 rubles, so the service technicians selected an analogue from Kia/Hyundai cars, which is almost three times cheaper.

Surprisingly, during the Lancer restyling in 2010, the variator cooling radiator was removed altogether - just like on the Outlander. The transmission began to overheat even more. Fortunately, a rescue scheme has been worked out: the radiator is placed in its former standard place, using the same Korean analogue. Or they select a radiator that fits the parameters and place it in front of the main standard ones. In both cases, you will need to replace the variator heat exchanger housing with a “pre-reform” one. In its modern design, it has only two outlets for the antifreeze lines circulating through the engine cooling system, and two additional ones are needed for the new oil circuit.

It is very important to change the oil in the variator at least once every 90,000 km - this is if you have an oil cooler. If not, the interval should be halved. When replacing, it is advisable to remove the pan in order to assess the amount of chips (wear products) on its bottom and on special magnets. This allows you to judge the health of the variator and roughly estimate how long it has left to live. They also evaluate the condition of used CVTs before purchasing them.

Careful operation will extend the life of the variator. This type of transmission is especially susceptible to shock loads (when slipping wheels suddenly gain good traction) and sudden acceleration.

Five-speed manual transmissions gears are available for all engines, but have design differences depending on the engine family. For engines 4A (1.5 and 1.6) there is one unit, for 4B (1.8 and 2.0) there is another. Moreover, both boxes are reliable. But everything can be killed, so careless owners should take note: now the Lancer’s mechanics are more expensive than a CVT for disassembly - 75,000 rubles. The interval established by the manufacturer for changing oil in boxes is 105,000 km.

Four-speed classic automatic already over-aged, but indestructible. It is available for engines 1.5 and 1.6. The servicemen could not remember the weak points of this box. It is recommended to change the oil at least once every 90,000 km.

WORD TO THE OWNER

Maria Mishulina, Mitsubishi Lancer X (2008, 1.8 l, 143 hp, 140,000 km)

I chose Lancer X because of its appearance and because of my love for Japanese cars. I have a lot of experience with them, including right-hand drive ones. I bought the car in 2012 - with 98,000 km mileage and after two owners.

A friend of mine used the car before me, so I was sure that its condition was good.

I was looking for a car with a CVT - I like this transmission. In addition, the Lancer of this generation did not have other options that combined a relatively powerful engine and automatic transmission. I know that the variator is short-lived and expensive to repair, which is why I sold the car when the mileage reached 140,000 km. The transmission worked flawlessly, but I didn’t want to take any risks.

The car required only routine maintenance with replacement of consumables. Alas, there was an accident. The damage to the front end was minor, but the prices for original spare parts were shocking. It’s good that you can always find parts on a Lancer for reasonable money at disassembly sites.

Objective disadvantages: mediocre sound insulation, low quality interior trim and small trunk. Otherwise, the Lancer suited me, and I do not agree with the popular opinion that it is very outdated.

A WORD TO THE SELLER

Alexander Bulatov, sales manager for used cars at U Service+

Lancer X is pleased with its high liquidity on the secondary market, despite the fact that compared to more recent competitors it is outdated. The age is clearly visible in the interior: boring design, cheap materials, poor sound insulation. But Lancer still attracts with its appearance. All modifications are in good demand. Lancer for an adequate price waits for a buyer for a maximum of a week. The most popular are versions with 1.8 and 2.0 engines and a CVT. Of course, the CVT requires timely maintenance and competent operation, but it is more comfortable in the city.

The downside of high liquidity is increased attention from hijackers and an abundance of fraudulent sales advertisements. Focus on the prices of official dealers - this way you will cut off a potentially dangerous segment of offers.

Overall, Lancer is a reliable and interesting car. It is not so difficult to find copies in good technical condition, even with decent mileage. However, in my opinion, the tenth generation is somewhat overpriced on the secondary market. You should not consider cars costing more than 400,000 rubles, because within half a million you can buy cars of a higher class, for example Ford Mondeo or Mazda 6.

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Mitsubishi Lancer X

From the history of the model

On the conveyor: since 2007
Body: sedan, hatchback
Russian range of engines: petrol, P4, 1.5 (109 hp), 1.6 (117 hp), 1.8 (143 hp), 2.0 (150 hp)
Gearboxes: M5, A4, variator
Drive unit: front, full
Restyling: in 2010, the total number of modifications was reduced, but a couple of years later a new 1.6 engine became available and the front bumper, radiator grille, front fog lights and rear optics were changed; Sound insulation has been improved, the instrument panel has been updated.
Crash tests: 2009, Euro NCAP; overall rating: five stars: adult occupant protection - 81%, child protection - 80%, pedestrian protection - 34%, safety assistants - 71%.

At first, the tenth Lancer sold well here, but then demand only fell. Because of this, already in 2010, when restyling the model, the manufacturer removed several interesting, but unclaimed modifications from the Russian market. The versions with a hatchback body and a 2.0-liter engine came under the knife, and only with it was an all-wheel drive transmission available - structurally it is in many ways similar to the one that works on the penultimate generation Outlanders - servicemen consider it quite reliable and unpretentious.

Lancers intended for our market were assembled in Japan. There are no special complaints about the quality of the paintwork. Moreover, the tenth generation cars, unlike their predecessors, do not have rear arches that rust.

Like many Japanese models, Lancer receives increased attention from car thieves. It will not be difficult for professionals to bypass a simple standard immobilizer, so additional anti-theft protection is necessary. It is difficult to explain the high theft rate - there has never been a shortage of used parts on the market, including body parts. At numerous showdowns there is always a wide choice for reasonable money. Alas, new spare parts are very expensive, and Taiwanese analogues are of extremely low quality.

Mitsubishi Lancer X

Engines 1.5 and 1.6 belong to the 4A family. The one and a half liter 4A91 engine turned out to be rather weak for a car. To drive more or less actively, drivers squeeze all the juice out of it, and as a result, the engine life rarely exceeds 150,000 km. When operating in extreme conditions, active waste of oil occurs, its products clog the lubricant drainage channels in the pistons, and then the oil scraper rings become coked. As a result, oil consumption becomes critical, the owner sooner or later forgets to top it up on time - and oil starvation sets in, finally killing the engine. To increase the reliability of the unit, the manufacturer has released modernized rings. But this did not solve the problem radically, since the main reason is ruthless exploitation.

The aluminum block of the 4A91 engine has factory repair dimensions, but such original spare parts (for example, pistons and rings) are difficult to find in Russia. It’s good that there are enough good substitutes on the market.

Motor 1.6 (4A92) installed on Lancer only in 2012. The cars have not yet accumulated any significant mileage - and the engine has not shown its bad side. However, servicemen are skeptical: the units belong to the same family and are structurally very similar. It’s good that the 4A motor range has no other weak points.

Engines 1.8 and 2.0- from family 4B. They are practically free of sores and have a service life that is good by today’s standards: 180,000–200,000 km. In particular, the 2.0 engine (4B11) is well-received by professionals involved in engine overhauls.

For motors of all types, the usual service life of the attachment belt and its rollers is from 100,000 km, and the engine mounts last much longer than those of the previous Lancer.

Mitsubishi Lancer X

On modifications with a 1.5 engine, an electric power steering is installed, built into the steering rack. On cars of the first years of production, very rarely, system failures occurred. The amplifier either turned off completely or only worked when the steering wheel was rotated in one direction. Attempts at repair did not bring the desired result and in the end it was necessary to replace the steering gear assemblies with used ones. In general, the electric booster on the Lancer does not cause any trouble. Unlike Subaru, Ford and Mazda, Mitsubishi's electric racks are reliable: knocking is not their thing.
On versions with engines 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0, classic power steering is installed. Sometimes a leak appears in the return line running from the rack to the pump: the rubber tubes fray in the places where they are attached to the steering mechanism. It is important to replace the power steering fluid in accordance with the regulations - every 90,000 km. By this mileage, natural wear products in the lubricant have already significantly clogged the filter mesh in the pump reservoir.

Mitsubishi Lancer X

Careful operation will extend the life of the variator. This type of transmission is especially susceptible to shock loads (when slipping wheels suddenly gain good traction) and sudden acceleration.

Mitsubishi Lancer X

WORD TO THE OWNER

Maria Mishulina, Mitsubishi Lancer X (2008, 1.8 l, 143 hp, 140,000 km)

A friend of mine used the car before me, so I was sure that its condition was good.

Objective disadvantages: mediocre sound insulation, low quality interior trim and small trunk. Otherwise, the Lancer suited me, and I do not agree with the popular opinion that it is very outdated.

A WORD TO THE SELLER

Alexander Bulatov, sales manager for used cars at U Service+

Lancer X has proven itself to be a very reliable car, and the cost of its maintenance is acceptable. There were some modifications that were dangerous to the wallet, primarily with capricious transmissions. Over almost nine years of life in Russia, the model has not collected the largest range of faults.

Like a true cavalryman, “Ulan” (this is how the word lancer is translated from English) is not burdened with strong armor. The metal of the outer panels is not particularly thick, and the paintwork is not of outstanding strength: getting chips and scratches on the body is a piece of cake. Shoes easily damage the paint on door sills, and pebbles damage the rear arches, on which the protective anti-gravel film often peels off. But you need to start looking for real rust in older Lancers from the trunk! Sea water comes there to “help” the condensation, seeping through the seals of the lights and wiring.

Over time, the Lancer becomes blind: the soft “glasses” of the front optics require delicate handling, the mirror elements of the fog lights burn out with prolonged use, and the headlights and brake lights often go out. By the way, be especially careful when replacing lamps in the rear lights: when dismantling, it is easy to chip off the corner of the filter.

Good day everyone!
I’ll probably start with the fact that I need a car for every day and, of course, so that breakdowns would not bother its owner (that is, me). Based on all this, I began to take a closer look at the Mitsubishi Lancer 10, because the rest of the cars in this class are from some of my own beliefs. They are the least suitable or simply not to my taste, and with a price tag of up to 450 thousand, you can’t go wild on the used car market, except maybe AvtoVAZ - yes, the pelvis industry will forgive me, but that’s enough for me.
Closer to the essence of my appeal to you: I ask you the owners once before, the owners to this day and simply those who are familiar with this car firsthand in as much detail as possible, or simply without pretense, give a comprehensive answer to whether it is worth purchasing this model or Still, it would be better to look at something more interesting and practical, and it would also be useful to hear which transmission is more advantageous for a given car. I’ve already decided on the internal combustion engine and decided that 1.6 will be quite enough for me since I don’t need to drive and, by and large, there’s simply nowhere to go, + besides, it’s not uncommon to have two small children in the car in addition to my wife.
PS - I will be very grateful to you for any information on whether it is worth purchasing or not, together with detailed descriptions

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Hi all. I also own Lancer 10. I agree with what was written earlier. I have a 1.8 4B10 handle. 2008 I take care of my car promptly, change fluids, and have never let me down. I still have my original battery. The only thing I would recommend is Anatolii32, try to find a Japanese woman. It seems they were made for Russia until 2012. Our assembly and the Japanese are very different in every way. Although a used car depends on the owner. There is such a g... but the year is fresh. Yes I remembered. The windshield wiper motor was the only one that broke on me, but even that was replaced under warranty. By the way, the reach of the steering wheel is adjustable; there is a lever at the bottom of the steering wheel.
I recently changed the service belt and pulley due to a recall company, the officials tried very hard to fix it, so anyone who had it before 2008 can safely register with Mitsubishi Motors and check it using the VIN code.
P.S. The carriage is too small for a family with two children. We're already cramped. Large + child locks on the rear doors, my two little angels often wanted to get out while driving

Lancers have never been assembled in Russia; the steering wheel is not adjustable for reach, only for tilt.

1.8 mt. I’ve been driving it for 4 years (180 t.km. I’ve driven it myself), I don’t even think about selling it... The car is excellent, strong, unpretentious, service is adequate...

Indestructible car, maintenance is a penny. If you find 1 owner, consider the jackpot) Take only 1.8MT if the mechanics don’t bother you.

what's wrong with 1.6? I heard that it seems that on 10 Lances the problem with oil consumption was eliminated or maybe I’m wrong?

I drove 1.6. It doesn't crash at all. I drive 1.8 with firmware from Glans (lower acceleration is better) So far it’s enough for the city. If you drive calmly in traffic, then 1.6 will be enough. The master is here.

So I don’t need to rush in, the main thing is how reliable is the 1.6 engine?

I bought it a month ago. Consumption in the city is 8-9 liters. On the highway 6.5. I only use 95. The tank lasted me 10 days. I mostly go to work, from work, and sometimes I take my wife shopping. The only thing I personally lack about it is the climate. The climate in Outa is cool. It's more comfortable with him. But this can be corrected if desired. And I'm completely satisfied with the car. I'm especially pleased with the fuel consumption.
(compared to Out 2.4). The small trunk doesn't bother me. I don’t carry anything in it except grocery bags. Within 500,000 rubles, I think there is no better option. For Corollas of the same 12 year they ask for much more. I don't see any point in overpaying. Lancer is no worse. And it's cheaper to maintain. So for daily driving around the city the best option. And regarding the fact that supposedly 1.6 engines are not durable, I will say this: you can break everything with a fool. If you drive constantly until the cut-off point, you can damage any engine. So take it boldly, you won’t regret it. Just don’t rush to grab the first one you come across. There is always a choice. Good luck!

I have a two-liter engine, it consumes 1-2 liters per mower, consumption is 12 in the city, the rear window heater relay recently caught fire (melted), before that I changed the rear trailing arms, well, I add oil, etc. So far everything is bad.
Take at least 1.8

I'll put in my 5 cents.
Advantages:

Now the cons:

A few words about prejudices.

Thank you, everything is quite informative

I'll put in my 5 cents.
Advantages:
1) The car is strong and heavy, 1410 kg curb weight.
2) Due to its weight, the 1.6 engine will be rather weak, and in terms of consumption it will be poorly distinguishable from the 1.8.
3) In terms of acceleration, the 1.6 on the manual is on par with my 1.8 on the CVT. After 90 km/h I go ahead.
4) Consumables are cheap, relative to their classmates. Compared to AvtoVAZ, it’s about 2 times more expensive (I compare it from my experience of owning a 2010 Priora), but everything breaks down much less often.
5) for 155 t.km. Of the serious expenses, without taking into account tuning and modifications, a month ago I went through the suspension for 30 thousand rubles. I could have stretched out the pleasure, but I decided to do everything at once, and the rest was consumables
6) Another advantage is management and design.

Now the cons:
1) There is literally no sound insulation at all. I made a complete noise for myself, I’m happy.
2) The trunk is small. If you put a stroller there, then there will only be room to stuff bags. This issue can be resolved in two ways: the full-fledged spare tire is replaced with a spare tire and the foam boxes are removed. The second option is an air box on the roof. I’m for the second option; I wouldn’t trade a normal spare tire for a banana.
3) The steering wheel is not adjustable for reach
4) The seats are not very comfortable for a person with a bad back. My lower back starts to ache on long drives.

A few words about prejudices.
The variator lives 150 t.km. maximum. This is what they say either from those who got a CVT that is already dead, or from people of the “not yours, so you’re pissed off” class. My variator has 155 t.km., and it is not going to die. And the declared resource (with proper care) is 250-300 t.km. Therefore, if you decide to have a varic, then look carefully.
Oak plastic. For me, this is completely nonsense. As Davidich said, “You talk about a leather panel twice in your life. When you just bought a car to show off, and when you sell the car to raise the price.”

I have 200k on the odometer, I’m the fourth owner, maybe they shook the variator, the flight is normal
I also wanted to ask how you went through the whole chassis for 30k?

"""The variator lives for 150 t.km. maximum. That's what they say either from those who got a dead variator, or from the people of the class "not yours, so you're pissed off." My variator has 155 t.km., and it's not going to die." ""

Good afternoon. In today's article I will talk about the weak points of the Mitsubishi Lancer 10 ( Mitsubishi Lancer X). Let's agree on the shore - the article was written by a reseller, the author does not have long-term experience in operating the 10th Lancer, but he owned the ninth Lancer for more than 2 years.

The Mitsubishi Lancer X debuted back in 2007, and since then a huge number of Japanese cars have sold around the world, which are now found on the used car market with enviable regularity. The “tenth” Lancer X still looks quite nice. And that’s why used Lancer Xs easily find new owners. The Japanese car also benefits from its high reliability. However, the Mitsubishi Lancer X 10 cannot be called completely problem-free.

Body and paintwork problems.

The Lancer X's body metal is quite thin, but even on the oldest versions of the Japanese car you won't see any rust spots. Unless there may be several “spiders” in the trunk area. This is due to the fact that moisture enters the trunk through loosely fitting rear light seals.

Well, the classics of the genre - thresholds:

But the paintwork on the Lancer X body could be more resistant to external influences. Almost all cars are full of small scratches and chips. Another minus is the soft plastic of the headlights. Over time, it becomes cloudy, which makes the Lancer X a little blind. Fortunately, if desired, they can be restored to their former transparency.
The Mitsubishi Lancer X won't impress you inside. The interior of a Japanese car is made of frankly cheap hard plastic, which over time begins to creak mercilessly. When buying a car, pay attention to the condition of the armrests. The fabric on them wears out quickly enough, so that by its condition one can indirectly judge the actual mileage of the car.

Weaknesses of Lancer 10 electrical equipment.

The electrical equipment of the Mitsubishi Lancer X generally works without any problems. Only after 5-6 years of operation can a fairly expensive stove fan motor begin to make noise. On some cars, problems were noted with the electric heated seats and the folding mechanism for the rear-view mirrors. Fortunately, they did not receive mass distribution.

Engine reliability.

Of all the engines that were installed on a Japanese car, the most unsuccessful would have to be the 1.5-liter gasoline power unit. The main problem of this power unit is coking of the piston rings, which leads to increased consumption of engine oil. So after 60 thousand kilometers, owners of a Mitsubishi Lancer X with this engine will have to periodically monitor the oil level.

The remaining engines offered for the Lancer X do not suffer from oil gluttony. And if possible, it is better to choose them. Can a 1.8-liter gasoline engine be considered an ideal option for a Japanese car? With proper maintenance, it can easily withstand 250-300 thousand kilometers. The two-liter gasoline power unit has approximately the same resource. An undoubted advantage of these engines is that their gas distribution mechanism uses a chain that does not require attention for years.

Although in this case one cannot do without small problems. The delicate throttle body will have to be cleaned every 30-40 thousand kilometers. After a run of 50-70 thousand kilometers, you will have to pay more and more attention to the condition of the belt of mounted units. Moreover, if something happens, you will have to change not only it, but also the rollers. By the time the Lancer X reaches 100-150 thousand kilometers, the front crankshaft oil seal usually begins to snot.

Weaknesses in the transmission.

The Getrag F5M manual gearbox, paired with a 1.5-liter engine, has not proven itself very well. Many owners complained that the clutch in the box had to be changed after 40-50 thousand kilometers. The bearings of the input shaft were also not very durable. The Aisin manual gearbox, which was installed on the Lancer X version with two other gasoline engines, is much more reliable. Although even in it, after a run of 100 thousand kilometers, gears begin to shift with little effort. Quite often you can find it on the Mitsubishi Lancer X. It doesn't cause any particular problems. Only occasionally do owners complain that the variator does not switch transmission modes. This happens due to poor contact of the selector. However, it is important to understand that repairing a variator, if something happens, will cost more than a manual one. So before buying a car with a CVT, it is better to conduct a thorough diagnosis of this unit. And during operation, try not to overheat the transmission and periodically check the cleanliness of its radiator. In addition, every 70-80 thousand in the variator you will have to change the rather expensive oil. If you follow all these tips, the continuously variable transmission will probably last 250-300 thousand kilometers. The Jatco four-speed automatic transmission, which was installed on the Mitsubishi Lancer X with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine, has the same resource.

Suspension reliability.

The suspension of a Japanese car is reliable. But to extend its service life, try to periodically clean it of sand and salt. It is because of them that the stabilizer struts and bushings begin to creak prematurely. Before restyling, the most complaints from Lancer X owners were the front ones, which on some cars lasted only 30-40 thousand kilometers. After updating the car, this problem was solved. The service life of the racks has increased several times. The same situation applies to wheel bearings. On cars from the first batches they lasted only 60-80 thousand kilometers, but after a couple of years their service life became noticeably longer.

Steering problems.

The reliability of the steering of a Japanese car will have to be discussed with an eye to this engine that is installed under the hood. On cars with a basic one and a half liter engine, an electric booster was installed in the steering instead of hydraulics. It was on these versions that the steering rack and rods could start knocking after 40-50 thousand kilometers. However, used car owners have nothing special to fear. Most of the problems appeared during the warranty period, so on almost all cars the expensive component was replaced under warranty.

About the brakes.

In the braking system of a Japanese car, the most complaints come from the guide brackets of the calipers, which begin to clatter annoyingly after 40-60 thousand kilometers. Otherwise there shouldn't be any problems. The interval for replacing discs and pads in the Lancer X is no different from that on competing cars.

Bottom line.

The Mitsubishi Lancer X has weaknesses, but in fact there are not so many of them. Most of the classmates of the Japanese car present unpleasant surprises much more often, so you can safely buy the Lancer X. But it is better to abandon the basic versions with a 1.5-liter engine, giving preference to cars with more powerful power units of 1.8 and 2 liters.

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The Mitsubishi Lancer X gained popularity among young drivers thanks to its design and the fame of its older brother, the Mitsubishi Lancer 9, which was famous for its reliability and rally character. But has the 10th Lancer adopted all the positive qualities, has it become more reliable and more attractive to the consumer? - this is what we will find out in the article.

Short story

Mitsubishi Lancer X began production in 2007 in sedan and hatchback bodies. It is worth noting that the car is produced and assembled for the Russian market, exclusively in Japan.

Until 2010, Russian consumers had access to cars equipped with engines with a displacement of 1.5 liters and a power of 109 horsepower; 1.8 liters with a power of 143 horsepower; and 2.0 liters with a power of 150 horsepower.

After restyling in 2010, the company revised the line of models supplied to Russia, and added a modification with a 1.6-liter engine and a capacity of 117 horsepower, but removed a modification with a two-liter engine and a modification with a hatchback body.

General provisions

According to experts from professional service stations, the “tenth” generation Lancer is distinguished by its unpretentiousness and reliability. However, according to the owners, the car has many nuances and some disadvantages.

It is noted that the quality of the Mitsubishi Lancer X body is very decent and does not cause any complaints, but the quality of the paintwork leaves much to be desired. As experienced car owners note, the paint on a car is very delicate, and you can get a deep scratch from accidentally touching it with the keys. Therefore, you should not rely on the absence of chips from stones and minor scratches on a used car. When purchasing this model, it is advisable to protect it with a transparent film or cover it with heavy-duty varnish. But there were no complaints about body rot.

There is also a serious drawback with frankly weak sound insulation. As the owners note, for unprepared drivers, driving on a dirt road or getting rubble under the wheels can cause a heart attack from unexpectedly loud shots on the bottom and wheel arches. On the one hand, the problem is not so serious, but the solution can cost 30 - 40 thousand rubles.

And most importantly, the new generation has lost its “rally” handling, and the car begins to float on the road at a speed of 140 km/h. And the driver has to constantly “catch” the car. In addition, when quickly negotiating a sharp turn (90 degrees at a speed of 50-60 km/h), the rear axle of the car skids.

Also, there is a problem that the car is very popular among car thieves. Although such dubious popularity is difficult to explain (the car is not very expensive, and there are no problems with it on the secondary market or shortages of new and used spare parts), the situation is complicated by a very simple standard anti-theft system, which is not a problem even for novice craftsmen . Therefore, it is very important to equip your car with additional security systems.

In addition, although the car is considered reliable, its maintenance and repair cannot be called budgetary. Original spare parts are very expensive, and Taiwanese analogues did not perform well.

I would also like to note that the car is quite reliable in comparison with modern competitors, but in addition to some known problems, it has several design flaws. So, for example, the air conditioning system of the car interior works properly and reliably throughout the entire period of operation, but the location of the radiator of the air conditioning system was not successful. As in many cars, the air conditioning radiator is placed in front of the main radiator of the car's cooling system, but is located at such a distance that the gap between the two elements becomes clogged with dirt and debris. Therefore, owners are forced to clean it every 50 - 60 thousand km, and they have to completely remove the radiators.

Interior quality

Surprisingly, even here the Japanese retreated from their principle of high-level performance. In addition to the fact that the interior is distinguished by frankly cheap plastic trim, the interior design is also suitable for cars from the 90s.

The plastic used to trim the door trim and center console is soft on one side, which reduces scratch resistance, but on the other hand it makes a surprisingly loud noise and sticks together. Therefore, the appearance of numerous “crickets” will not be surprising.

Also, some owners note the insufficient quality of the standard audio system, but this problem is possible due to a lack of sound insulation. In some cases, an interesting malfunction occurs - in the cold season, the central locking on the rear doors stops working.

Otherwise, the car interior has all the qualities of modern inexpensive cars. But even in new cars, the quality and design remain the same.

Electrical and electronic quality

As for the electronic and electrical components of the car, in this regard, apart from a couple of comments, there will be no problems.

By approximately 150,000 km, the contacts of the frontal impact sensors, which are responsible for triggering the airbags, may oxidize and rot. But the problem is that the contacts cannot be restored, and the sensors have to be completely replaced. Therefore, when a warning indication appears on the instrument panel (SRS), this is the first place to check for a malfunction.

Also, there are unusual cases when the wiring harness behind the air filter frays. In this case, you can expect any symptoms and any problems with the car's electronics.

Well, the most common problem with the electrical components in this car is the heated rear view mirrors and rear window. Even on new cars it can fail, and the fuse box starts to get very hot in the places where the relays are installed (heating can reach up to 83 degrees Celsius, and even the wiring starts to melt; in a single case, there were traces of melting on the door trim). Naturally, a specific smell of burnt wiring may appear in the cabin, but the indicator on the button and the cut-off switch that turns off the heating after 20 minutes will work normally. Most often, the 25A - 30A power fuse and the contact pad are to blame. Replacing them will cost from 700 to 2000 rubles, depending on the service and the cost of components.

Power units Mitsubishi Lancer X

As experts from car service centers and experienced car owners note, the power units themselves are reliable, although not without nuances, but all problems arise due to insufficient power and the car’s predisposition to an aggressive driving style. Therefore, for fast acceleration and higher power, drivers have to squeeze all the juice out of low-power engines. This leads to serious problems and rapid wear.

This especially affects engines with a displacement of 1.5 liters 4A91, which turned out to be weak for this car. Due to constant operation at the limit of its capabilities, the engine rarely survives the 150,000 km mark.

At a constant maximum load, the engine begins to actively “eat” oil, which leads to rapid clogging of the oil channels in the pistons and to coking of the rings. Naturally. This leads to even greater consumption of automobile oil and accelerated failure of the catalytic converter.

Sooner or later, the driver may not keep track of the rapidly decreasing volume of engine oil, which will lead to a major overhaul of the unit or its complete replacement. Although the manufacturer released a new series of oil scraper rings for pistons, this did not lead to an absolute solution to the problem. After all, the operation of the motor remains at the limit of its capabilities.

But it is worth noting that the manufacturer produces repair kits with a complete set of second-size piston group. But having learned the cost of such a kit, most owners of the tenth Lancer will lose all desire to repair it.

As for the later version of the car (starting from 2012), which is equipped with a 1.6 4A92 engine, there is no clear answer. The engine is not much different from the previous one, but has not yet had time to show its bad side. Although many motorists look at it skeptically.

Power units with a displacement of 1.8 and 2.0 liters are more reliable and have no problems with weaker versions. By modern standards, their resource without repair is 200,000 km - this is a normal indicator.

But all engines share the only operating nuances - they are very sensitive to various types of contamination of the throttle valve and the absolute pressure sensor in the intake manifold. At the same time, the car begins to “inadequately” respond to the gas pedal, uneven operation or tripping begins to appear, or begins to start poorly. To solve the problem, just thoroughly rinse the throttle valve and clean the sensor. But it is worth considering that it is better to entrust this to professionals.

In addition, some specimens exhibit a feature, just a feature, not a problem. They do not warm up well in winter, but there is no need to worry about this.

It is worth adding about the service life of the catalytic converter - it is at least 100,000 km, further work depends on the driving style and maintenance of the car. But many drivers do not repair this unit, but install an inexpensive decoy that emulates the normal operation of the neutralizer for the car’s on-board computer.

The quality of the car steering mechanism

Models of the first years of production with a 1.5-liter engine were equipped with electric power steering, which often failed. Therefore, when purchasing a car produced in 2007-2008, it is necessary to clarify the question about this element. This happened rarely, but it did happen; the electric amplifier could fail completely. Or stop working when you turn the steering wheel to one side. At the same time, the mechanism is absolutely beyond repair, which is why it was necessary to replace the entire mechanism assembly. But except for rare cases of failure, the mechanism has proven to be quite reliable and does not cause any trouble to the owner throughout the entire service life of the car.

Cars with 1.8 and 2.0 liter engines were equipped with a classic power steering system that works like a Swiss watch. Subject to routine replacement of hydraulic fluid every 90 thousand km. The only thing that can happen is a leak in the fluid return line from the rack to the pump, due to the fact that the tubes can fray in the area of the mounts to the steering mechanism.

But the whole picture of reliability is slightly spoiled by the relatively short service life of the tie rods and ends. In this car it does not exceed 60,000 km.

Please note that some Mitsubishi Lancer X buyers have complained that the car pulls to the left or right. At the same time, the camber and toe angles, tires and other elements were normal. Therefore, before making the final purchase of a used car, be sure to take several test drives on a flat and straight road. Since it is impossible to get rid of this “feature”.

The quality of the car's suspension and chassis

No critical problems were noticed in the chassis. Therefore, you can pay attention only to some nuances and the average service life of the elements.

For example, like the previous version of the model, the service life of silent blocks on the front arms does not exceed 60,000 km. But when replacing, it is worth considering that the service life of the ball joint is limited to an average of 90,000 - 100,000 km, and it is only replaced complete with a lever. Therefore, consider the advisability of replacing only the rubber bands.

The front shock absorbers show a standard level of reliability for modern cars. Their service life is from 120,000 km, but it is recommended to replace them in conjunction with support bearings.

And it’s worth mentioning the short service life of the front and rear stabilizer struts and bushings. They will have to be changed every 30,000 - 40,000 km, or the appearance of knocking on small bumps and holes is inevitable.

Lancer X transmission quality

The weakest link in the entire car was the variator, which was offered in conjunction with engines with displacements of 1.8 and 2.0 liters. Despite all the precautions and careful treatment of the CVT transmission, it could last about 150,000 km.

Although repairs are possible, it only requires a qualified specialist and the replacement of many original spare parts, which will cost a hefty sum, and all costs for repairing and restoring the transmission can amount to 120,000 rubles. Therefore, it was more profitable to search for and purchase transmission options on the secondary market, which cost up to 60,000 rubles.

In addition, the variator suffered greatly from overheating due to the poor location of the oil cooler on pre-restyling models. For some reason, the manufacturer placed it in front of the right wheel. Immediately behind the plastic fender liner, which provided excellent access to dirt and water. Therefore, after each winter season, it was necessary to carry out maintenance of the radiator, removing and washing it, but this was complicated by the fact that this radiator was susceptible to corrosion and had an unpleasant feature - by 120,000 km the oil supply fittings could bend. Therefore, the craftsmen selected an analogue of the radiator from Hyundai, which cost 7,000 rubles, instead of 20,000 rubles of the original one.

But the “miracles” did not stop after the model was restyled. For some reason, the automaker decided to completely remove the CVT radiator - as an extra part. This led to more frequent cases of overheating, and therefore failure of the unit. But domestic craftsmen have gotten the hang of installing the radiator, as in previous versions, using the same analogue (fortunately, the standard mounting points remain). At the same time, it was necessary to change the variator cover, which lost two additional outlets for oil circulation.

It is worth remembering that the CVT transmission is very respectful of careful handling and a quiet ride, and absolutely does not tolerate shock loads. Such as a sharp start with wheel slipping or sudden braking.

A five-speed manual transmission was present in all trim levels of the car, but different models were used for cars with more powerful or weaker engines. In terms of reliability, there are no complaints about both models of manual transmissions. The only caveat is the need to change the transmission oil every 100,000 km.

The four-speed automatic transmission is a proven model that is as reliable as a tank. Therefore, even the technicians at the service stations could not remember a single case of repair. According to the manufacturer's recommendations, the oil must be changed every 90,000 mileage.

Conclusion

Mitsubishi Lancer X is an average car, from which you would expect excellent “Japanese” quality, but in return you get an average car that does not have any special differences from other inexpensive ones except for design. Therefore, when choosing a car on the secondary market, you can safely look at models from other manufacturers.

But if desire or occasion forces you to buy the Lancer X, then you can remember a few main points:

1) This car is not intended for street or professional racing, although its design and stereotypes encourage such behavior.

2) You should not expect luxurious interior decoration from it; this model is characterized by asceticism.

3) In case of any malfunction, you should not look at spare parts made in Taiwan. Fortunately, in Russia there is no shortage of used spare parts, but new original ones are very expensive.

4) Only careful treatment of the car will allow you to enjoy it and not have negative feelings about the quality of the car.

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