Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback (2008 - 2011) 2.0 DI-D GS3 5d (2010/10) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It's sporty looking which I have always tended to go for & yet not common, there's not loads of them on the road in this country, so I like to drive something a little different, but still have its practicality.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Yeah they like it - some aren't sure about the rear end looks - but hey, I don't see the rear end when I'm driving it!

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would - but they've stopped importing them! Value for money & reliability.

What are you likely to buy next?

Really don't know now - would've bought the same again but as that wont be possible, maybe something like the new MG - The diesel seems to be getting good reviews.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£10,600

When did you buy the car?

June 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Excellent value for money - due to break up of marriage we were getting rid of a 2008 Xtrail that my wife drove, she had my old Astra & I was looking for a car suitable for the big mileage I do for work. The Mitsibushi dealer in Dursley gave £2000 & the Lancer as the deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Value for money. Always drove Vauxhalls previously & a comparable trim level Astra was another £2-3000.

What was the dealer like?

Really good, as you can imagine trying to part exchange a car worth more than the one you're buying isn't the greatest position to be in, but they were great & worked out a good deal.

What's it like to drive?

I've driven 60,000 miles since buying the car & have to say it drives well, & is really comfortable, eats up the motorway miles effortlessly.

What's it like to park?

Very easy - nice light steering at low speed.

Have you had any problems with the car?

It's had one fault where the engine management light kept coming on - turned out to be a faulty emissions sensor - all fixed under warranty at the same time as a service.

What's most practical about your car?

Iy's physically bigger than the Astra's I've previously owned - more space inside & in the boot. The split level boot it particularly good as I can leave items in the lower oart under the divider & my dog still has plenty of room in the boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Climate control & cruise control...