2008 Mitsubishi Lancer VRX review
February 15, 2008 by Karl Peskett
The engine fares better with a smooth power delivery, and a slight increase in pull at about where the peak torque is made. 198Nm at 4250rpm, and 113kW at 6000rpm, with very tall gearing, means you do need to row the gears to keep the blood pumping. It’s also a tinny sounding motor, and the gearbox could be a little less notchy too. Hopefully a mid-phase 2.4-litre upgrade will give it some kick.
But as a whole, this new Lancer is miles in front of previous iterations. The best value for money model is by far the ES, with the same solid feel, and overall driveability that the VRX has. But the VRX counters with plenty of standard features, and the slightly more pointy front end.
Unlike Jaws, it’s not something which will eat you alive. It’s a stable, dependable car that offers plenty of room, kit, and looks. It just needs a dorsal-fin aerial to finish it off.
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(3.75)
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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer VRX specifications
Engine: 2.0-litre
Power: 113kW
Torque: 198Nm
Top speed: NA
Safety: ASC, ABS, front air bags, side airbags, front seatbelt pre-tensioners and load limiters.
0-100km/h: N/A
EuroNCAP rating: N/A
Turning circle: 10m
Fuel tank: 59 litres
Fuel consumption : 8.1 litres/100km
Fuel type: 91RON
I should be getting my new black VRX lancer soon..but im getting a manual 2.4 so i will be sure to let everyone know how it goes!!!!
I’m planning on getting the new VRX 2.4 litre when it comes out but wanted to know if anyone knows when it is scheduled for release and will there be any major changes from the current model…ie…is the only difference in the engine?
Thanks
Hey guys, saw some folk taking some photos of new Lancers in Adelaide’s CBD last night.
Possibly for marketing the new MY09 model?
Will there be changes to the new 2.4L VRX other than the engine… Does anyone know? I have one ordered, the dealer said it will be here at the end of September. Mitsubishi Australia said it will be here in the last quarter of the year though.
Hi Jay,
so your Lancer VRX 2.4L will be ready at the end of September?…I have one on order too but was told to be looking at mid to late October to get mine…
As to changes, I really don’t know either. I’ve been told that the engine is the only major difference, and judging by the American websites, it looks like the new VRX will look exactly the same as the previous model, so fingers crossed.
Yes, I have been told the end of September however I have no doubt that my dealer is just trying to keep my hopes up…. I am sure the end of the month will come and then it will be mid to late October…. so annoying!
I have just signed up for a black VRX. Can’t wait to pick it up.
Hardest problem I had was the choice of colour.
The black is so cool. I liked the grey as well. I live on a dirt road so I know that I will be washing my car heaps but any colour would be dirty.
My sister bought a new black VRX auto with the paddles on the steering wheel when they first came out. Ive driven it a few times, it looks great reminds me of small VE SS. Would i buy a Lancer VRX ? No! Here’s what i don’t like about them dashboard is way to large, you could play football on it. Instruments look like a 1950’s Fiat, Gear lever is to short, Steering wheel is to small…like a go kart, Front seats sit to low and not enough support, car rides like a billy cart with those large rims and low profile tyres. I own a 98 verada and after getting out of my sister’s VRX and getting into mine it’s like going from a Lada Samara to a rolls royce !
Well, I should be picking up my new car next week. I have had to wait for some property to sell.
Can anyone tell me if the earthing cable kit is an accessory that I should get. I am not technical. All it says about it is that it brightens the headlights???
Please help
Ta
I picked up a champayne vrx in mid 2008
I do a lot of counry ks…it gets 7.8/100 for me and i am not light on the pedal
I have driven full time all my life…its great to get into a car and have fun again. if you want to do 200mph forget it.if you want to throw it around and rev it out …youll have a ball!So many people come up and say how much they like the look.the sound systems great
I have had mitsubishi on and off for 27 years and have allways had excellent reliability,that why i came back.A great fun car is a bonus!
Well I have my Black VRX and I Love it!!
It does everything I could ask. Yeah black is not a good color where I live and I think that I paid too much but whats done is done. I should have taken hubby with me.
I don’t find the seats uncomfortable. I like the firmness. I love the big dash and the displays. I love the sound system and having a sun roof is great.
I cannot complain about my car at all.