Mitsubishi Lancer Eighth generation - Facelift (2004 - 2006)



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Eighth generation - Facelift of Mitsubishi Lancer has been in production since 2004 by 2006.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Eighth generation - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 2.9 inches , is higher by 0.8 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 99 lbs.


Mitsubishi Lancer Eighth generation - Facelift dimensions and specs


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Eighth generation - Facelift
Body style Wagon, Hatchback, Sedan
Engine options 4G94, 2.0L I-4, 143 HP, 141 lb/ft
4G69, 2.4L I-4, 161 HP, 162 lb/ft
4G63S4T Turbo, 2.0L I-4, 174 HP, 187 lb/ft
Length 180.50 in
Width 66.80 in
Height 53.7 - 54.9 in
Wheelbase 102.40 in
Curb weight 2656 - 2922 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 51.20 in
Rear hip room 50.20 in
Front Headroom 38 - 39.4 in
Rear Headroom 36.4 - 36.7 in
Front shoulder room 54.10 in
Rear shoulder room 53.30 in
Fuel tank capacity 13.20 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 23 - 28/29 - 37
Towing capacity 1000 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 8.1 - 10.4 sec
¼ mile time 16 - 17.8 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Mitsubishi Lancer Eighth generation - Facelift production period from 2004 to 2006 drivers have reported 133 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, SUSPENSION, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2006 Lancer
31
2005 Lancer
22
2004 Lancer
80

Problem Category Number of Problems
AIR BAGS
air bags failed to deploy in extreme accident and rollover! 2006 mitsubishi lancer evolution - i have pictures! vehicle hit...
43
~ 36330 miles
SUSPENSION
tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi lancer. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v334000 (air...
12
~ 75700 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
i own a 2004 mitsubishi lance ralliart sedan. the air control switch (knob used to adjust the temperature) began sticking/catching...
10
~ 55350 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
when i was in reverse the vehicle accelerated without my intervention when i applied the brakes the vehicle accelerated further....
9
~ 62989 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
headlights keep failing. was pulled over after having just replaced a bulb and notified the bulb was out again. blamed...
8
~ 53563 miles
VISIBILITY
my hot/cool knob is broken. my heater fan only works on 4 ac only runs on 1 2 or3. i...
7
~ 60286 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
removed foot from accelerator to begin braking for yellow light while driving approx. 25 mph as soon as i applied...
6
~ 54500 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
headlights keep failing. was pulled over after having just replaced a bulb and notified the bulb was out again. blamed...
5
~ 27000 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
rear chassis member (a frame rail) corroded close to the point where rear subframe is connected. it is now a...
4
~ 105913 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
we received a recall notice for our 2006 mitsubishi lancer. we no longer have the original warranty that came with...
4
~ 75750 miles
POWER TRAIN
when i was in reverse the vehicle accelerated without my intervention when i applied the brakes the vehicle accelerated further....
4
~ 94663 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl*the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi lancer. the brake pedal does not work properly during deceleration. while driving 10 mph...
4
~ 22550 miles
EQUIPMENT
air bags failed to deploy in extreme accident and rollover! 2006 mitsubishi lancer evolution - i have pictures! vehicle hit...
4
~ 32275 miles
ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT > WINDSHIELD > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
heater knob sticks preventing ac adjustment to heat from cool. this prevents defogger system from effectively working hampering visibility when
4
~ 66963 miles
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi lancer. the contact stated that the cross member fractured without warning and the...
3
~ 72689 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
removed foot from accelerator to begin braking for yellow light while driving approx. 25 mph as soon as i applied...
3
~ 66333 miles
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
hello my name is ryan girouard i own a 2005 mitsubishi ralliart sedan my master cylinder broke down driving on...
3
~ 63000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi lancer. while driving various speeds and attempting to come to a stop the...
2
~ 83000 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl*the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi lancer. while stopped at a traffic light the accelerator pedal suddenly went straight to...
2
~ 5521 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
air bags failed to deploy in extreme accident and rollover! 2006 mitsubishi lancer evolution - i have pictures! vehicle hit...
2
~ 9142 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine makes ticking sound when first started. sounds like oil is not getting throughout the engine even when the oil
2
~ 15354 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
while traveling 55 mph the clutch popped and driver was unable to change gears. dealer will repair at consumer's expense.*ak...
2
~ 17000 miles
ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi lancer. the contact stated that the recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 16v458000...
1
STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi lancer. while driving 25 mph the vehicle independently stopped on a train track....
1
~ 80000 miles
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
2004 mitsubishi lancer wagon. consumer writes in regards to corrosion of lower control arm safety recall. *ld the consumer stated...
1
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi lancer. while driving approximately 45 mph the vehicle's cooling fan stayed on for...
1
~ 47000 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
the heater knob won't move to heat on my 2004 mitsubishi lancer causing no heat to come from the heaters.
1
~ 55000 miles
WHEELS
#1- removing both front tires for brake maintenance and cleaning of the tire-well. #2- three of the bolts securing the...
1
~ 59470 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
my check engine light came on and i took my vehicle to a mechanic to hook the vehicle up to...
1
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING
tl*the contact rented a 2006 mitsubishi lancer. the contact stated that the wheels on the vehicle would not turn when...
1
~ 19131 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
i purchased a 2005 lancer and my decision for the purchase was because of the 4 air bags. i totaled...
1
~ 17684 miles
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on a gravel road with the active center differential stability control engaged...
1
~ 4500 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
http://forums.evolutionm.net/showthread.php?t=231553&page=1&pp=15 some guys reported some problems with their front suspension on the lancer ralliart. so far they have pics and...
1
~ 17500 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
3 out of 4 new nankang ns-1 tires failed within 15 000 miles. two of the incidents were blowouts at
1
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
i just bought a mitsubishi lancer seat belt is way too short it literally chokes me is hard to buckle...
1
~ 33226 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
rear glass rattling over bumps. *jb...
1
~ 8500 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph the vehicle's app sensor went out which caused the vehicle to decelerate...
1
~ 34000 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
we own a 2004 mitsubishi lancer 4 dr. while braking because the gas pedal is evidently to close you hit...
1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
seat belt assembly failed to release within 3 months of vehicle purchase. this could cause an individual to be trapped
1
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
brake failure at 7032 mi brakes completely metal to metal loss of most braking functions very poor response time brake...
1
~ 7000 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
no out of the ordinary events lead up to the failure. my vehicle which is a daily driver car would...
1
~ 20000 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
fuel gauge shows more fuel than is in the tank until the gage shows half full. when it shows half
1
~ 150 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
when using cruise control vehicle will sometimes surge ahead and speed up although driving conditions do not require additional speed...
1
~ 76 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Mitsubishi Lancer and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Mitsubishi Lancer to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

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  • Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bumper Fastener Kit(blue) …

    Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...

    • Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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    Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...

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    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
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  • 2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Splitter Front Bumper Lip Body Kit Vehicle Blade Rear Shovel, Side Fender Skirt Lip Splitter Guard Protector Universal Size for Most Cars (Carbon Fiber Black)

    2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...

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Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
    • 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
  • Xotic Tech Carbon Fiber Style Car Wheel Eyebrow Arch Trim Lips Strip Fender Flare Protector Universal

    Xotic Tech Carbon Fiber Style Car Wheel ...

    • 4 pieces of Carbon Fiber Texture Car Wheel Eyebrow Protector Arch Trim.
    • Made of premium soft rubber with black carbon fiber pattern paint, flexible, waterproof and durable.
    • These car wheel lip arch strips will protect...
  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

    • Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
    • Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
    • Compatible with Chrysler:...
  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...

Rims

Coilovers

  • maXpeedingrods Coilovers Adjustable Height for Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2001-2007 VII EVO 7 VIII EVO 8 IX EVO 9 IX WAGON, Spring Shock Absorber Suspension Coil Struts, Amortiguador Lowering Kit

    maXpeedingrods Coilovers Adjustable Heig...

    • 【Fitment】 For Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII EVO 7 CT9A 2001-2003; For Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII EVO 8 CT9A 2003-2005; For Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Evolution IX EVO 9 CT9A 2005-2007; For Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX WAGON...
  • maXpeedingrods Coilovers with 24 Way Adjustable Damper for MITSUBISHI LANCER ES CS6A / OZ CS6A / for RALLIART CS7A FWD 2002-2006, Spring Shock Absorber Suspension Coil Struts Lowering Kit

    maXpeedingrods Coilovers with 24 Way Adj...

    • 【Fitment】 For MITSUBISHI LANCER ES CS6A FWD 2002-2006 ; For MITSUBISHI LANCER OZ CS6A FWD 2002-2006; For MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART CS7A FWD 2004-2006
    • 【24 Rebound Force Levels for More Control】 Level 0-8 suggest for race...
  • MOSTPLUS Full Coilovers Lowering Struts Compatible with 2001-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution EVO VII VIII IX CT9A Adjustable Height Shock Absorber Assembly (Set of 4)

    MOSTPLUS Full Coilovers Lowering Struts ...

    • Application: Compatible for Mitsubishi Lancer EVO VII, VIII, IX 2.0L CT9A 2001-2007. 【NOTE】: These Coilovers Strut will "Lowering your car" and DOES NOT keep to Original Ride Height.
    • Spring Rate: Front: 9kg/mm ; Rear:7kg/mm;4 bolts...
  • Rev9 R9-HS2-042 Hyper-Street II Coilover Suspension Lowering Kit, Mono-Tube Shock w/ 32 Click Rebound Setting, Full Length Adjustable, compatible with Mitsubishi Lancer (LN/CS) 2002-06

    Rev9 R9-HS2-042 Hyper-Street II Coilover...

    • Compatible With Mitsubishi Lancer FWD (LN/CS) 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
    • Spring Rate: Front - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) | Rear - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) // Top Mount: Yes, Pillow Ball Camber Plate |...
  • Rev9 R9-HPX-1163 Hyper-Street ONE Coilover Lowering Kit, Adjustable, Compatible With Mitsubishi Lancer (LN/CS) 2002-06

    Rev9 R9-HPX-1163 Hyper-Street ONE Coilov...

    • Compatible With Mitsubishi Lancer (LN/CS) 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
    • Spring Rate: Front - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) | Rear - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) // Damping Levels: 16 Levels // Top Mount: Front -...
  • Godspeed MSS0630 compatible with Mitsubishi Lancer (LN/CS) 2002-06 MonoSS Coilovers Suspension Lowering Kit

    Godspeed MSS0630 compatible with Mitsubi...

    • Compatible With Mitsubishi Lancer FWD (LN/CS) 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
    • Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 6 kg/mm/6 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
    • 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment...

Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

    24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...

    • What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

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  • Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stickers Car Fire Breather Decals Waterproof Transfer Stickers for Motorcycle Helmet, 6 x 7 Inch

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    • Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
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  • 78'x5.9' Italy Flag Color Stripe Decal Sticker Decoration, DIY Modifed Stripe Decal Waterproof Decoration for Hood, Roof, Side Fenders, Front Grill, Front&Rear Bumpers, Trunk (Italy)

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