2008 Lancer pics

Dave_au · 11-12-2006, 10:11 PM

Motortrend scooped some pics of the new 2008 Lancer:

More pics here: http://www.motortrend.com/features/a.../photo_03.html

Article:
http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...subishi_lancer

Appears to be fairly faithful to the original Evo X concept - however judging by the trim, bodykit etc, this is probably the VRX version.

Thoughts? (excluding the "but its a 4 cylinder" thoughts)

falconlover · 11-12-2006, 10:13 PM

I think it is a very nice looking small car with the powerful 2.4 mivec engine.

Outbackjack · 11-12-2006, 10:15 PM

Looks OK, is it just me, or does it look like all car manafacturers are using the same mould???

XFshep · 12-12-2006, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Outbackjack

Looks OK, is it just me, or does it look like all car manafacturers are using the same mould???

where have you been the past 10 years, take a look at just about any of the small sedans/hatches made in that time and there isnt a huge lot of variance. the general theme is ******* ugly.

XR8-260 · 12-12-2006, 12:31 AM

Hopefully the new lancer will have the dynamics to match the best of its rivals. Rear lights look a little bit "Lexus IS250"

RG · 11-12-2006, 10:15 PM

I reckon that'll be my mrs next car. Lancers are a bloody good thing I reckon (not ricer ones though). The EVO will be hot if that's anything to go by.

MITCHAY · 11-12-2006, 10:16 PM

Well the EVO boys are gonna love this. Their EVO is just going to be a hotted up Lancer where it once wasn't.

With the comming of the GSR to compete with the WRX, they will probably be based on the same chassis too. And to think of the EVO fanboys who put crap on the STi

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**Polyal** · 12-12-2006, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by MITCHAY

Well the EVO boys are gonna love this. Their EVO is just going to be a hotted up Lancer where it once wasn't.

With the comming of the GSR to compete with the WRX, they will probably be based on the same chassis too. And to think of the EVO fanboys who put crap on the STi

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OK you are talking about a sub-culture Im not completely up on.

A EVO is completely based off a Lancer. And who cares, a EVO/STI is as much a sports car than any HSV/FPV. Subaru boys are probably sick of the EVO being a touch better thats all.

Lancer looks good, I remember some EVO pics a while back, a yellow one, and it looked tough!

MITCHAY · 12-12-2006, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

OK you are talking about a sub-culture Im not completely up on.

A EVO is completely based off a Lancer. And who cares, a EVO/STI is as much a sports car than any HSV/FPV. Subaru boys are probably sick of the EVO being a touch better thats all.

Lancer looks good, I remember some EVO pics a while back, a yellow one, and it looked tough!

The EVO vs STi rivalry is much the same as the HSV vs FPV.

What I was saying is that the later EVOs ala 8 and 9 bear no similarity to the base Lancer equivalent.

That 2008 Lancer pictured there looks carbon copy of the EVO X, hence the comment of EVOs losing their uniqueness so to speak.

The Subaru boys are happy with their STi and accept it, but we constantly have trolls that stir up shit, much the same as here. It's just a PITA when trolls constantly feel the need to point out something we already know.

In fact about 90% of them would tell you the EVO is a touch better. Even I know it's better.

Most would buy one if all they wanted was all out balls.

In a recent flame war we had, most of the Subaru boys defended it even myself even though I personally don't like them.

Personally the way both Subaru and Mitsubishi are going with design, I will be keeping my 03 longer.

zhodak · 12-12-2006, 12:56 PM

To me looks like VE Lancer. Similar boot spoiler and rear quarter

Ralliart · 12-12-2006, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MITCHAY

The EVO vs STi rivalry is much the same as the HSV vs FPV.

What I was saying is that the later EVOs ala 8 and 9 bear no similarity to the base Lancer equivalent.

That 2008 Lancer pictured there looks carbon copy of the EVO X, hence the comment of EVOs losing their uniqueness so to speak.

The Subaru boys are happy with their STi and accept it, but we constantly have trolls that stir up shit, much the same as here. It's just a PITA when trolls constantly feel the need to point out something we already know.

In fact about 90% of them would tell you the EVO is a touch better. Even I know it's better.

Most would buy one if all they wanted was all out balls.

In a recent flame war we had, most of the Subaru boys defended it even myself even though I personally don't like them.

Personally the way both Subaru and Mitsubishi are going with design, I will be keeping my 03 longer.

Dude That is so ture About Evo vs Sti and HSV vs FPV, this Evo is Ganna Rock, i so can't wait to see it.

MITCHAY · 12-12-2006, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Ralliart

Dude That is so ture About Evo vs Sti and HSV vs FPV, this Evo is Ganna Rock, i so can't wait to see it.

I wouldn't be so sure. The STi used to be all out balls but now Subaru have gone for more sales.

I would expect them to be going for a broader market and therefore make it a bit more comfortable and this is usually at the cost of performance.

It would interesting to know if they continue to use the 4G63, as I do not know if this meets the new emission laws as of now.

Paxton · 11-12-2006, 10:30 PM

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Did Mitsubishi really design that? It is nice on the eye, and has a non Mitsubishi, almost quality look about it, which the Lancer had never had.

I am impressed.

LeadFoot81 · 11-12-2006, 10:32 PM

That car looks good now, in 2006. But by 2008 it will look dated IMO.

monkey_boy1990 · 11-12-2006, 10:35 PM

eeeeeeeewwwwwwwwwwww to jappy crappy looking..

#Russ#Es# · 11-12-2006, 10:39 PM

Looks like it has alot of influence from the Mazda 6 and the Alfa 156

Ralliart · 11-12-2006, 10:42 PM

Love the pics Dave_au (Magna_Evox) here, it looks a little differnt and i like it.

GXL078 · 11-12-2006, 10:54 PM

My dad was thinking of buying a Lancer, until he found out the back seat doesn't fold down. Ended up buying Yaris sedan.

Yellow_Festiva · 11-12-2006, 11:55 PM

The nose looks Volvo ish???

drcook · 12-12-2006, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Yellow_Festiva

The nose looks Volvo ish???

i was going to say the same thing.

i like it, and the evo's going to look bitchin!

Dezza · 12-12-2006, 12:01 AM

The front looks pretty good but I don't like the back.

070mstg · 12-12-2006, 08:57 AM

rear like a Lexus IS250? i thought the awful tail lights design was more courtesy of el cheapo mazda 2
http://www.marque.com.au/usedcars/im...Mazda2rear.jpg

charles_wif_xf · 12-12-2006, 09:59 AM

Ewwww! The front looks too Kia-esque for my liking.

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Originally Posted by MITCHAY

Well the EVO boys are gonna love this. Their EVO is just going to be a hotted up Lancer where it once wasn't.

With the comming of the GSR to compete with the WRX, they will probably be based on the same chassis too. And to think of the EVO fanboys who put crap on the STi

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Forgive my ignorance, but wasn't t always a hotted up Lancer with the AWD drivetrain and turbo engine?

4.9 EF Futura · 12-12-2006, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by charles_wif_xf

Forgive my ignorance, but wasn't t always a hotted up Lancer with the AWD drivetrain and turbo engine?

Correct. All the fun of a $70,000 performance vehicle with the nasty interior of a $25,000 mass produced runabout!!

Dave_au · 12-12-2006, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 4.9 EF Futura

Correct. All the fun of a $70,000 performance vehicle with the nasty interior of a $25,000 mass produced runabout!!

$56,789 +orc thankyou!

Well when you think about it - the STI, and even the clubsport and GT have the baseline interiors with better seats etc.

But Mitsubishi just didnt add a 4wd system and raise the price $23,000 on a Lancer VRX - the chassis has extra strengthening welds etc.

TEaaron · 12-12-2006, 09:01 PM

Almost looks like it's trying to be the new VE what is a bad thing!!

MeestaNob! · 13-12-2006, 10:49 PM

Where the heck are people getting VE from?

"OMG get a new design Bitsashitty, looks like an XD from da 80s!"; the main feature they have in common of course being 4 wheels and glass for occupants to peer out of.

On topic, new Lancer looks quite inoffensive, I reckon the next Evo will look pretty evil with those headlights too.

4.9 EF Futura · 12-12-2006, 10:24 AM

Looks nice... the 4 doors always do.

What's happening with the two door? Still using the same 10 year old shape?

robjh80 · 12-12-2006, 10:38 AM

Looks very nice to me apart from the "moon buggy" look suspension, needs to be dropped, would look sweet then.

What is it with these new cars these days, so many of them with the guards way too high over the wheels.......yuk!!.......the new Commodore is one of the worst culprits of this, looks just plain silly.

photn · 12-12-2006, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by robjh80

Looks very nice to me apart from the "moon buggy" look suspension, needs to be dropped, would look sweet then.

What is it with these new cars these days, so many of them with the guards way too high over the wheels.......yuk!!.......the new Commodore is one of the worst culprits of this, looks just plain silly.

and the toyota Hilux....