• On the conveyor: since 2007
• Body: sedan, hatchback
• Russian range of engines: petrol, P4, 1.5 (109 hp), 1.6 (117 hp), 1.8 (143 hp), 2.0 (150 hp)
• Gearboxes: M5, A4, variator
• Drive unit: front, full
• Restyling: in 2010 the total number of modifications was reduced, but a couple of years later it became available new motor 1.6 and have undergone changes front bumper, radiator grille, front fog lights and rear optics; Sound insulation has been improved, the instrument panel has been updated.
• Crash tests: 2009, Euro NCAP; overall rating: five stars: adult occupant protection - 81%, child protection - 80%, pedestrian protection - 34%, safety assistants - 71%.

All types of motors have a normal belt life attachments and its rollers - from 100,000 km, and engine mounts last much longer than those of the previous Lancer.

• On modifications with a 1.5 engine, an electric power steering is installed, built into the steering rack. On cars of the first years of production, very rarely, system failures occurred. The amplifier either turned off completely or only worked when the steering wheel was rotated in one direction. Attempts at repair did not bring the desired result and in the end it was necessary to replace the steering gear assemblies with used ones. In general, the electric booster on the Lancer does not cause any trouble. Unlike Subaru, Ford and Mazda, Mitsubishi's electric racks are reliable: knocking is not their thing.
• On versions with engines 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0, classic power steering is installed. Sometimes a leak appears in the return line running from the rack to the pump: the rubber tubes fray in the places where they are attached to the steering mechanism. It is important to replace the power steering fluid in accordance with the regulations - every 90,000 km. By this mileage, natural wear products in the lubricant have already significantly clogged the filter mesh in the pump reservoir.

• Alas, a good picture of the reliability of both types of racks is spoiled by the low service life of steering rods and ends - on average, a little more than 60,000 km.
• Like its predecessor, the rear silent blocks of the front control arms do not have an enviable service life - they last only 60,000 km. They can be replaced separately, but at about 90,000 km the ball joint dies, which only comes together with the lever. Therefore, if the rear silent block breaks, it is more rational to replace the lever assembly.
• Front shock absorbers last an average of 120,000 km. When replacing them, the support bearings are also updated so as not to have to remove the units again.
• Front and rear stabilizer bushings are consumables. They are changed every 30,000 km. Racks front stabilizer They are also not particularly durable: the resource is about 40,000 km.
• Like its predecessor, the tenth Lancer's brake mechanisms have to be serviced every time the pads are replaced - the guides in the caliper brackets must be cleaned and the fingers lubricated. This is especially important for rear brakes. Without prevention, mechanisms quickly turn sour. The pads stop moving away from the disc, which means increased wear and overheating, squeaks and other extraneous noise. At working system The front pads last 30,000–50,000 km, and the rear pads last about 90,000 km.
• The rear suspension of the 1.5‑ and 1.6‑liter modifications is deprived of a stabilizer, but it can be additionally installed - the mounting holes are unified.
• In silent blocks, the camber and toe adjustment bolts turn sour quite quickly. Alas, there is only one prevention - check and adjust the wheel alignment angles every 60,000 km. If you miss the moment, repairs will cost much more.
• Neutralizer resource and oxygen sensors- minimum 100,000 km. Most often, lambda probes fail due to a break in their internal heating circuit. The original sensors are very expensive, so service technicians use cheaper but decent analogues from Denso.
• To save money, often the sintered honeycombs of failed neutralizers are pierced, and a blende is installed on the second lambda probe, which controls the efficiency of the system. This is a small spacer between the sensor and the exhaust gas flow. It has a kind of small neutralizer built into it with honeycombs, which successfully imitates the operation of an expensive unit.
• After 100,000 km, the exhaust pipe ring burns out. This is a common problem. Exhaust system immediately raises his voice.

The Achilles heel of the tenth Lancer - variable speed drive. It is only available for versions with 1.8 and 2.0 engines. Even with proper maintenance and operation, the CVT lives on average only 150,000 km. A complete and qualified repair involves the mandatory replacement of many expensive parts, and the final price tag for restoration reaches 120,000 rubles. Therefore, used CVTs are in great demand on the market. There are enough offers, and the price is tolerable - 60,000 rubles. The Lancer has a unit from the Japanese company Jatco JF011E. They are equipped with Outlanders and many models of the Renault-Nissan concern.

In addition to the negligent attitude of the owners, the life of the whimsical transmission is greatly reduced by the unfortunate location of its cooling radiator. On pre-restyling models it is located under the bumper, almost on the fender liner of the front left wheel, as a result it quickly becomes overgrown with dirt - and the variator overheats. Therefore, the radiator has to be dismantled and washed before each summer season. There are pitfalls here - the unit is susceptible to corrosion. Even when removing the hoses from their fittings for the first time, there is a high risk of breaking them, and by 120,000 km they completely rot away. A new radiator costs 20,000 rubles, so the service technicians selected an analogue from Kia/Hyundai cars, which is almost three times cheaper.

Surprisingly, during the Lancer restyling in 2010, the variator cooling radiator was removed altogether - just like on the Outlander. The transmission began to overheat even more. Fortunately, a rescue scheme has been worked out: the radiator is placed in its former standard place, using the same Korean analogue. Or they select a radiator that fits the parameters and place it in front of the main standard ones. In both cases, you will need to replace the variator heat exchanger housing with a “pre-reform” one. In its modern design, it has only two outlets for the antifreeze lines circulating through the engine cooling system, and two additional ones are needed for the new oil circuit.

It is very important to change the oil in the variator at least once every 90,000 km - this is if you have an oil cooler. If not, the interval should be halved. When replacing, it is advisable to remove the pan in order to assess the amount of chips (wear products) on its bottom and on special magnets. This allows you to judge the health of the variator and roughly estimate how long it has left to live. They also evaluate the condition of used CVTs before purchasing them.

Careful operation will extend the life of the variator. This type of transmission is especially susceptible to shock loads (when slipping wheels suddenly gain good traction) and sudden acceleration.

Five-speed manual transmissions gears are available for all engines, but have design differences depending on the engine family. For engines 4A (1.5 and 1.6) there is one unit, for 4B (1.8 and 2.0) there is another. Moreover, both boxes are reliable. But everything can be killed, so careless owners should take note: now the Lancer’s mechanics are more expensive than a CVT for disassembly - 75,000 rubles. Manufacturer installed the interval for changing oil in boxes is 105,000 km.

Four-speed classic automatic already over-aged, but indestructible. It is available for engines 1.5 and 1.6. Servicemen couldn't remember weak points this box. It is recommended to change the oil at least once every 90,000 km.

WORD TO THE OWNER

Maria Mishulina, Mitsubishi Lancer X (2008, 1.8 l, 143 hp, 140,000 km)

I chose Lancer X because of its appearance and because of my love for Japanese cars. I have great experience communication with them, including right-hand drive. I bought the car in 2012 - with 98,000 km mileage and after two owners.

A friend of mine used the car before me, so I was sure that its condition was good.

I was looking for a car with a CVT - I like this transmission. In addition, the Lancer of this generation did not have other options that combine relatively powerful motor and automatic. I know that the variator is short-lived and expensive to repair, which is why I sold the car when the mileage reached 140,000 km. The transmission worked flawlessly, but I didn’t want to take any risks.

The car only required routine maintenance with replacement of consumables. Alas, there was an accident. The damage to the front end was minor, but the prices for original spare parts were shocking. It’s good that you can always find parts on a Lancer for reasonable money at disassembly sites.

Objective disadvantages: mediocre sound insulation, low quality interior trim and small trunk. Otherwise, the Lancer suited me, and I do not agree with the popular opinion that it is very outdated.

A WORD TO THE SELLER

Alexander Bulatov, sales manager for used cars at U Service+

Lancer X pleases with high liquidity on secondary market, despite the fact that compared to more recent competitors it is morally outdated. The age is clearly visible in the interior: boring design, cheap materials, poor sound insulation. But Lancer still attracts with its appearance. All modifications are in good demand. Lancer for an adequate price waits for a buyer for a maximum of a week. The most popular are versions with 1.8 and 2.0 engines and a CVT. Of course, the CVT requires timely maintenance and competent operation, but it is more comfortable in the city with it.

The downside of high liquidity is increased attention from hijackers and an abundance of fraudulent sales advertisements. Focus on prices official dealers- this way you will cut off a potentially dangerous segment of offers.

Overall Lancer is reliable and interesting car. It's not that difficult to find copies in good technical condition even with decent mileage. However, in my opinion, the tenth generation is somewhat overpriced on the secondary market. You should not consider cars more expensive than 400,000 rubles, because within half a million you can buy cars of a higher class, for example Ford Mondeo or Mazda 6.

Mitsubishi Lancer X is very common on Ukrainian roads. They love it for its moderately aggressive design and the notorious Japanese reliability. But the “ten” also has disadvantages – we’ll talk about them in more detail.

Mitsubishi Lancer X was successfully sold in Ukraine from 2007 to 2016. Now these cars are valued by sellers from $5,500 to $12,000. Most of them, despite their decent mileage, are in good condition. But there are a few weak points that you should pay attention to.

Mitsubishi Lancer body

Sufficiently “fresh” Lancers do not yet suffer from the red disease, unless they were beaten and poorly restored after that. But additional anti-corrosion treatment will not harm this car. Most often, small pockets of corrosion appear in the front part of the sills. It is not easy to notice them, since the sills are covered with plastic covers. It's a must to look there before purchasing.

The Lancer X body does not suffer much from corrosion

Lancer X motors

Almost all Lancers sold in Ukraine were equipped with gasoline engines of 1.5 and 2.0 liters. Both have a timing chain drive, which is maintenance-free and trouble-free. A common problem with both engines is increased consumption oils after 150-200 thousand kilometers. Occasionally, mainly due to untimely replacement spark plugs, problems arise with the ignition coils and high voltage wires. Non-original coils cost 30-60 dollars, and for the original they ask for more than 100 dollars.

The most common in Ukraine gasoline engines volume 1.5 and 2.0 l.

It also has about 200 thousand km on it. the catalyst fails. Usually it is simply removed, but after this the engine control unit requires flashing ($50-100). But there is also a budget solution - installing a “trick”. This simple device costs 10-20 dollars.

Mitsubishi Lancer gearboxes

Manual transmissions have proven to be very reliable - experts do not recall any problems with their operation. Normal clutch life is 80-120 thousand km. the cost of replacing it even with a non-original one is 200-250 dollars. Original spare parts are even more expensive.

Mechanical box gears and shift drive cause no problems

The role of an automatic transmission on the Mitsubishi Lancer X was played by a variator. It has also proven itself to be a very reliable unit. All costs for it come down to periodic oil changes every 90 thousand kilometers. True, the filling volume is about 10 liters and high requirements The quality of the oil increases the cost of such an operation to 200-250 dollars.

Mitsubishi Lancer X suspension

In general, the suspension of the Mitsubishi Lancer X is quite strong. Front shock absorbers on our roads can last 100-120 thousand km. The cost of replacing them with non-original, but high-quality analogues is about $200. Ball joints and silent blocks, which also have a service life of about 100 thousand km, experts recommend replacing them together with the levers. A pair of original levers will cost about $200-300. Non-original - half the price.

The front suspension is simple and quite reliable

More often, every 40-50 thousand kilometers require replacement of the front stabilizer rod and bushing. The budget for such an event is 50-100 dollars, depending on the “originality” of the details.

Without any stretch of the imagination, Mitsubishi Lancer X can be called the bestseller of our market. Moreover, at the moment we can say that not only new cars are in high demand, but also those that have already traveled around the expanses of our homeland. In a sense, used Mitsubishi Lancer X looks even more preferable. They still have relevance appearance, but at the same time they cost quite reasonable money. But is it expensive to service and repair a used Mitsubishi Lancer X? This is what we will try to figure out.

Paintwork Japanese car traditionally weak. It does not resist aggressive environmental influences very well, so on most Lancer Xs you can easily see numerous chips and small scratches. Another thing is that chips, even after several winters, are in no hurry to become covered with a red coating of rust. So the body hardware of the Mitsubishi Lancer X is definitely not prone to corrosion.

The interior of a Japanese car seems quite nice at first glance, but in reality it turns out that due to the hard plastic it constantly creaks. And the rest of the finishing materials leave much to be desired. Leather on the steering wheel and aluminum inserts most often lose their presentation after a mileage of 80-100 thousand kilometers. But even with all the desire, you won’t be able to make any complaints about the work of the electricians in the Mitsubishi Lancer X. It works reliably. Only sometimes the fuel level indicator begins to “glitch”, but most owners simply do not notice this problem.

As for the gasoline engines offered for the Mitsubishi Lancer X, they common feature is that they all have a chain drive gas distribution mechanism. The chain, as mechanics assure, can withstand about 300 thousand kilometers, so you can largely forget about its existence. But about “sweating” oil seals crankshaft will have to remember. Most often, this problem occurs after 100-130 thousand kilometers. Many owners are in no hurry to change the seals, but in this case there is a risk of having to change the much more expensive damper pulley after a while drive belts. This is where oil gets from leaking oil seals. Also to most Lancer owners X After a run of 60-80 thousand kilometers you will have to change the exhaust pipe O-ring. After another 40-60 thousand kilometers, the oxygen sensors will require replacement.

If we talk not about all engines in general, but about specific power units, then the weakest one should be considered the least successful Gas engine volume 1.5 liters. The dynamics of the car with it are not very good, but even worse is that after a mileage of 100-150 thousand kilometers this engine begins to consume oil, the consumption of which can reach one liter per 3-4 thousand kilometers. And all because of the occurrence of the rings. There are no complaints about the other power units.

When choosing a gearbox, you should start from the fact that in terms of reliability they are approximately equal. “Mechanics”, which is most often installed on cars with the weakest power units, can disappoint with leaking drive seals and failure of the first gear synchronizer. This happens after a mileage of 50-70 thousand kilometers. Automatic transmission gear shifts and a variator are better in this regard, but you should understand that they possible repairs, and sooner or later it will be needed, it will cost a lot more expensive than repairs"mechanics".

The Mitsubishi Lancer X suspension is stiff, but at the same time quite reliable. Every 70-80 thousand kilometers it will have to change the front shock absorbers, and after another 20-30 thousand kilometers the turn will come rear shock absorbers. The service life of bushings and stabilizer struts is estimated at approximately 60-80 thousand kilometers on a Japanese car. lateral stability. The front strut bearings, front and rear wheel bearings can withstand about 90-120 thousand kilometers. The suspension arms can withstand up to 150 thousand kilometers, and by a mileage of 200 thousand kilometers you will have to change the rear springs, which have sagged quite a bit.

There are no special complaints about the steering of the Mitsubishi Lancer X. Steering rods and ends can withstand 70-80 thousand kilometers without problems, and steering rack It starts to leak only after a run of 100-120 thousand kilometers.

The reliability of the braking system of a Japanese car can be assessed quite highly. If we leave out planned replacements brake discs and pads, it turns out that o brake system You will have to remember only when the calipers start making extraneous sounds. This usually happens after a mileage of 50 thousand kilometers.

So is people's love for the Mitsubishi Lancer X justified? Quite. It's really reliable car, which, with proper maintenance, will faithfully serve its owner for many years. As for the shortcomings, the Lancer X has practically none when compared with its main competitors. So you can safely buy a used Mitsubishi Lancer X, if you don’t forget about diagnostics before purchasing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer X gained popularity among young drivers thanks to its design and the fame of its older brother, the Mitsubishi Lancer 9, which was famous for its reliability and rally character. But did the 10th Lancer take over everything? positive traits, has it become more reliable and more attractive to consumers? - this is what we will find out in the article.

Short story

Mitsubishi Lancer X began production in 2007 in sedan and hatchback bodies. It is worth noting that the car is produced and assembled for Russian market, exclusively in Japan.

Until 2010, Russian consumers had access to cars equipped with engines with a displacement of 1.5 liters and a power of 109 Horse power; 1.8 liters with a power of 143 horsepower; and 2.0 liters with a power of 150 horsepower.

After restyling in 2010, the company revised the line of models supplied to Russia, and added a modification with a 1.6-liter engine and a capacity of 117 horsepower, but removed a modification with a two-liter engine and a modification with a hatchback body.

General provisions

According to experts from professional stations Maintenance- Lancer of the “tenth” generation is distinguished by its unpretentiousness and reliability. However, according to the owners, the car has many nuances and some disadvantages.

It is noted that the quality of the Mitsubishi Lancer X body is very decent and does not cause any complaints, but the quality of the paintwork leaves much to be desired. As experienced car owners note, the paint on a car is very delicate, and you can get a deep scratch from accidentally touching it with the keys. Therefore, you should not rely on the absence of chips from stones and minor scratches on a used car. When purchasing this model, it is advisable to protect it with a transparent film or cover it with heavy-duty varnish. But there were no complaints about body rot.

There is also a serious drawback with frankly weak sound insulation. As the owners note, for untrained drivers, driving on a dirt road or getting rubble under the wheels can cause a heart attack from unexpectedly loud shots on the bottom and wheel arches. On the one hand, the problem is not so serious, but the solution can cost 30 - 40 thousand rubles.

And most importantly, the new generation has lost its “rally” handling, and the car begins to float on the road at a speed of 140 km/h. And the driver has to constantly “catch” the car. In addition, when quickly negotiating a sharp turn (90 degrees at a speed of 50-60 km/h), the rear axle of the car skids.

Also, there is a problem that the car is very popular among car thieves. Although such dubious popularity is difficult to explain (the car is not very expensive, and there are no problems with it on the secondary market or shortages of new and used spare parts), the situation is complicated by a very simple standard anti-theft system, which is not a problem even for novice masters. Therefore, it is very important to complete the car additional systems security.

In addition, although the car is considered reliable, its maintenance and repair cannot be called budgetary. Original spare parts are very expensive, and Taiwanese analogues did not perform well.

I would also like to note that the car is quite reliable in comparison with modern competitors, but in addition to some known problems, it has several design flaws. So, for example, the air conditioning system of the car interior works properly and reliably throughout the entire period of operation, but the location of the radiator of the air conditioning system was not successful. As in many cars, the air conditioning radiator is placed in front of the main radiator of the car's cooling system, but is located at such a distance that the gap between the two elements becomes clogged with dirt and debris. Therefore, owners are forced to clean it every 50 - 60 thousand km, and they have to completely remove the radiators.

Interior quality

Surprisingly, even here the Japanese retreated from their principle of fulfilling high level. In addition to the fact that the interior is distinguished by frankly cheap plastic trim, the design is also interior decoration Suitable for cars from the 90s.

The plastic used to trim the door trim and center console is soft on one side, which reduces scratch resistance, but on the other hand it makes a surprisingly loud noise and sticks together. Therefore, the appearance of numerous “crickets” will not be surprising.

Also, some owners note insufficient quality standard audio system, But this problem possible due to lack of sound insulation. In some cases, an interesting malfunction appears - in the cold season it stops working central locking on the rear doors.

Otherwise, the car interior has all the qualities of modern inexpensive cars. But even in new cars, the quality and design remain the same.

Electrical and electronic quality

As for the electronic and electrical components of the car, in this regard, apart from a couple of comments, there will be no problems.

By approximately 150,000 km, the contacts of the frontal impact sensors, which are responsible for triggering the airbags, may oxidize and rot. But the problem is that the contacts cannot be restored, and the sensors have to be completely replaced. Therefore, when a warning indication appears on the instrument panel (SRS), this is the first place to check for a malfunction.

Also, there are unusual cases when the wiring harness frays behind air filter. In this case, you can expect any symptoms and any problems with the car's electronics.

Well, the most common problem with electrical filling in this car- heated rear view mirrors and rear window. Even on new cars it can fail, and the fuse box starts to get very hot in the places where the relays are installed (heating can reach up to 83 degrees Celsius, and even the wiring starts to melt; in a single case, there were traces of melting on the door trim). Naturally, a specific smell of burnt wiring may appear in the cabin, but the indicator on the button and the cut-off switch that turns off the heating after 20 minutes will work normally. Most often, this is to blame power fuse 25A - 30A and contact pad. Replacing them will cost from 700 to 2000 rubles, depending on the service and the cost of components.

Power units Mitsubishi Lancer X

As car service technicians and experienced car owners note - power units themselves are reliable, although not without nuances, but all problems arise due to insufficient power and the car’s predisposition to an aggressive driving style. Therefore, for fast acceleration and more high power, drivers have to squeeze all the juice out of low-power engines. This leads to serious problems and rapid wear.

This especially affects engines with a displacement of 1.5 liters 4A91, which turned out to be weak for this car. Because of permanent job at the limit of its capabilities, the engine rarely survives the 150,000 km mark.

At a constant maximum load, the engine begins to actively “eat” oil, which leads to rapid clogging of the oil channels in the pistons and to coking of the rings. Naturally. This leads to even greater consumption of automobile oil and accelerated failure of the catalytic converter.

Sooner or later, the driver may not keep track of the rapidly decreasing volume motor oil, which will lead to major renovation unit or its complete replacement. Although the manufacturer released new series oil scraper rings on the pistons, but this did not lead to an absolute solution to the problem. After all, the operation of the motor remains at the limit of its capabilities.

But it is worth noting that the manufacturer produces repair kits with complete set piston group second size. But having learned the cost of such a kit, most owners of the tenth Lancer will lose all desire to repair it.

As for the later version of the car (starting from 2012), which is equipped with a 1.6 4A92 engine, there is no clear answer. The engine is not much different from the previous one, but has not yet had time to show its bad side. Although many motorists look at it skeptically.

Power units with a displacement of 1.8 and 2.0 liters are more reliable and have no problems with weaker versions. By modern standards, their service life of 200,000 km without repair is a normal indicator.

But all engines share the only operating nuances - they are very sensitive to various types of contamination of the throttle valve and absolute pressure sensor during intake manifold. At the same time, the car begins to “inadequately” respond to the gas pedal, uneven operation or tripping begins to appear, or begins to start poorly. To solve the problem, just rinse thoroughly throttle valve and clean the sensor. But it is worth considering that it is better to entrust this to professionals.

In addition, some specimens exhibit a feature, just a feature, not a problem. They don't warm up well winter period, but there is no need to worry about this.

It is worth adding about the service life of the catalytic converter - it is at least 100,000 km, further work depends on the driving style and maintenance of the car. But many drivers do not repair this unit, but install an inexpensive decoy that emits normal operation of the neutralizer for on-board computer cars.

The quality of the car steering mechanism

Models of the first years of production with a 1.5-liter engine were equipped with electric power steering, which often failed. Therefore, when purchasing a car produced in 2007-2008, it is necessary to clarify the question about this element. This happened rarely, but it did happen; the electric amplifier could fail completely. Or stop working when you turn the steering wheel to one side. At the same time, the mechanism is absolutely beyond repair, which is why it was necessary to replace the entire mechanism assembly. But except for rare cases of failure, the mechanism has proven to be quite reliable and does not cause any trouble to the owner throughout the entire service life of the car.

Cars with 1.8 and 2.0 liter engines were equipped with a classic power steering system that works like a Swiss watch. Subject to routine replacement of hydraulic fluid every 90 thousand km. The only thing that can happen is a leak in the fluid return line from the rack to the pump, due to the fact that the tubes can fray in the area of ​​the mounts to the steering mechanism.

But the whole picture of reliability is slightly spoiled by the relatively short service life of the tie rods and ends. In this car it does not exceed 60,000 km.

Please note that some Mitsubishi Lancer X buyers have complained that the car pulls to the left or right side. At the same time, the camber and toe angles, tires and other elements were normal. Therefore, before making the final purchase of a used car, be sure to take several test drives on a flat and straight road. Since it is impossible to get rid of this “feature”.

The quality of the car's suspension and chassis

No critical problems were noticed in the chassis. Therefore, you can pay attention only to some nuances and the average service life of the elements.

For example, like the previous version of the model, the service life of silent blocks on the front arms does not exceed 60,000 km. But when replacing, it is worth considering that the service life of the ball joint is limited to an average of 90,000 - 100,000 km, and it can only be replaced in conjunction with the lever. Therefore, consider the advisability of replacing only the rubber bands.

The front shock absorbers show standard levels of reliability for modern cars. Their service life is from 120,000 km, but it is recommended to replace them in conjunction with support bearings.

And it’s worth mentioning the short service life of the struts and bushings of the front and rear stabilizer. They will have to be changed every 30,000 - 40,000 km, or the appearance of knocking on small bumps and holes is inevitable.

Lancer X transmission quality

The weakest link in the entire car was the variator, which was offered in conjunction with engines with displacements of 1.8 and 2.0 liters. Despite all the precautions and careful treatment of the CVT transmission, it could last about 150,000 km.

Although repairs are possible, it requires only a qualified specialist and the replacement of many original spare parts, which will cost a “round” sum, and all the costs of repairing and restoring the transmission can amount to 120,000 rubles. Therefore, it was more profitable to search for and purchase transmission options on the secondary market, which cost up to 60,000 rubles.

In addition, the variator suffered greatly from overheating due to the poor location of the oil cooler on pre-restyling models. For some reason, the manufacturer placed it in front of the right wheel. Immediately behind the plastic fender liner, which provided excellent access to dirt and water. Therefore, after each winter season, it was necessary to carry out maintenance of the radiator, removing and washing it, but this was complicated by the fact that this radiator was susceptible to corrosion and had an unpleasant feature - by 120,000 km the oil supply fittings could bend. Therefore, the craftsmen selected an analogue of the radiator from Hyundai, which cost 7,000 rubles, instead of 20,000 rubles of the original one.

But the “miracles” did not stop after the model was restyled. For some reason, the automaker decided to completely remove the CVT radiator - as an extra part. This led to more frequent cases of overheating, and therefore failure of the unit. But domestic craftsmen have gotten the hang of installing the radiator, as in previous versions, using the same analogue (fortunately, the standard mounting points remain). At the same time, it was necessary to change the variator cover, which lost two additional outlets for oil circulation.

It is worth remembering that the CVT transmission is very respectful of careful handling and quiet ride, and absolutely does not tolerate shock loads. Such as a sharp start with wheel slipping or sudden braking.

A five-speed manual transmission was present in all trim levels of the car, but different models for vehicles with more powerful or more weak motors. In terms of reliability, there are no complaints about both models mechanical transmissions. The only caveat is the need for replacement transmission oil every 100,000 km.

The four-speed automatic transmission is a proven model that is as reliable as a tank. Therefore, even the technicians at the service stations could not remember a single case of repair. According to the manufacturer's recommendations, the oil must be changed every 90,000 mileage.

Conclusion

Mitsubishi Lancer X is an average car, from which you would expect excellent “Japanese” quality, but in return you get an average car that does not have any special differences from other inexpensive ones except for design. Therefore, when choosing a car on the secondary market, you can safely look at models from other manufacturers.

But if desire or occasion forces you to buy the Lancer X, then you can remember a few main points:

1) This car is not intended for street or professional racing, although its design and stereotypes encourage such behavior.

2) Don't expect luxury from him interior decoration, this model is characterized by asceticism.

3) In case of any malfunction, you should not look at spare parts made in Taiwan. Fortunately, in Russia there is no shortage of used spare parts, but new original ones are very expensive.

4) Only careful treatment of the car will allow you to enjoy it and not have negative feelings about the quality of the car.

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Like a true cavalryman, “Ulan” (that’s how it’s translated from English word lancer) is not burdened with strong armor. The metal of the outer panels is not particularly thick, and paintwork not outstanding strength: getting chips and scratches on the body is a piece of cake. Shoes easily damage the paint on door sills, and pebbles damage the rear arches, on which the protective anti-gravel film often peels off. But you need to start looking for real rust in older Lancers from the trunk! Sea water comes there to “help” the condensation, seeping through the seals of the lights and wiring.

Over time, Lancer becomes blind: soft “glasses” of the front optics require delicate handling, mirror elements fog lights with prolonged use they burn out, and the parking lights and brake lights often go out. By the way, be especially careful when replacing lamps in rear lights: When dismantling, it is easy to chip off a corner of the filter.

The spacious interior is replete with hard, rough plastics that begin to creak over time.

The seats are upholstered in a successful “long-lasting” fabric, but the armrests on the doors and between the seats quickly wear out

Be careful with painted plastic on the steering wheel and panels: the coating is easy to damage

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Lancer's electrical equipment couldn't be simpler. But after 3-5 years, the expensive ($90) stove fan motor may begin to howl and hum like a Zhiguli - the most unpleasant thing is that it usually breaks down in winter. It happens that mirror adjustment drives, heated seats malfunction, the climate control system malfunctions, the audio system stalls or turns off the display, and cars older than 2009 were even called for a service campaign to replace the front impact sensors: the airbags might not work properly. After 80-100 thousand “city” kilometers, it happens that the buttons on the steering wheel go on strike: the roller contacts rub the rings of the wiring harness ($30) of the steering column.