🇩🇪 Deutsch
Mitsubishi · Sedan · 2007–2017

Mitsubishi Lancer CY Limousine

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

295 PS

2.0L Turbo MIVEC Benzin

FQ-300 SST — brutal in a straight line, cheap inside

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

140–143 PS

1.8L MIVEC Benzin

4 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

295 PS

2.0L Turbo MIVEC Benzin

11 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Engine Overview

The Mitsubishi Lancer CY Limousine is available with 3 engine variants — from 116 to 295 hp.

1.8L DI-D · Diesel· 140 PS
2007 2014
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.6L MIVEC · Benziner· 116–117 PS
2007 2017
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
1.8L MIVEC · Benziner· 140–143 PS
2007 2017
Good Choice 4 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
CVT automatic judders and hesitates at higher mileage

The CVT gearbox, fitted to 1.8 MIVEC variants, shows wear to the belt and pulleys from around 80,000 km. Without regular oil changes, premature failure threatens. Gearbox replacement costs several thousand euros.

Symptoms: Juddering when pulling away, sluggish throttle response, metallic noises on load changes, gearbox overheating warning
from 90,000 km
High

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Mitsubishi Lancer CY Limousine have? +
The Mitsubishi Lancer CY as Limousine has 30 known weaknesses, 6 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: 4A92 (1.6L MIVEC), 4B10 (1.8L MIVEC).
Is the Mitsubishi Lancer CY Limousine worth buying used? +
The Mitsubishi Lancer CY Limousine requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

Other Body Variants