The vehicle was balanced and handled the tight turns well and the brakes were very good. There were intermittent downpours throughout the day, on routes that took us through gravel and slick pavement but the vehicle was poised when stopping. We did notice several instances of hydroplaning while highway driving through heavy rain.
Base model Lancers start at $16,598, with 5-speed transmission, to $19,498 with CVT.
ES trim level ranges from $19,698 - $20,798.
The GTS model is defined by its custom-look appearance package: 18 inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels, front air dam and rear spoiler. But it also features a sport-tuned suspension: bigger sway bars, stiffer springs and shocks and larger brakes. This model starts at $21,698 up to $24,798.
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Dynamic appearance
High-technology features
Long successful racing history
Underwhelming transmission
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photo:Lesley Wimbush
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| The Lancer has all the right moves to be a competent partner on the road. |
Base model Lancers start at $16,598, with 5-speed transmission, to $19,498 with CVT.
ES trim level ranges from $19,698 - $20,798.
The GTS model is defined by its custom-look appearance package: 18 inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels, front air dam and rear spoiler. But it also features a sport-tuned suspension: bigger sway bars, stiffer springs and shocks and larger brakes. This model starts at $21,698 up to $24,798.
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Dynamic appearance
High-technology features
Long successful racing history
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Underwhelming transmission
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None
photo:Lesley Wimbush
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