Mitsubishi today revealed its all-new 2008 Lancer sedan, which the automaker will unveil at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. The 2008 Lancer is scheduled to arrive in Mitsubishi dealerships in early 2007.

The 2008 Lancer is based on the new global platform that also underpins the new Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. The new Lancer rides on a longer wheelbase and has a wider track, but is slightly shorter overall than the previous model.

All 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer models will be powered by an all-new 2.0L 152-hp 4-cylinder engine (143 hp PZEV in Calif.) mated to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Lancer GTS with a CVT features a 6-step Sportronic mode using magnesium steering wheel paddle shifters.

Full press release after the jump.

## Source: Mitsubishi Motors ##

Mitsubishi Motors Introduces Next-Generation 2008 Lancer

CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 11 /PRNewswire/ — Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) will introduce, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January, the all-new, 2008 Lancer compact sport sedan, delivering driven-to-thrill dynamics, “class-up” value, advanced safety and available cutting-edge user-technology in an aggressively styled package. The new-generation Lancer models arrive in Mitsubishi dealerships in early 2007.

The 2008 Lancer brings the bold, dynamic lines of the show-stopping Mitsubishi Concept-X to the showroom. First shown in 2005, the stunning Concept X previewed not only the next generation Mitsubishi compact sport sedan, but also a new design language to convey an unmistakable brand identity. A “shark-nosed” front end inspired by jet fighter air intakes, a distinct wedge-like profile and crisp, taut lines highlight the Lancer’s exciting new design.

The 2008 Lancer is based on a new performance-engineered global platform that also forms the foundation of the new Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. It has a longer wheelbase and wider track, but slightly shorter overall length than the previous model. All Lancer models are powered by an all-new 2.0-liter 152 hp aluminum DOHC MIVEC 4-cylinder engine (143 hp PZEV in Calif.) teamed to a 5-speed manual transmission. The new Lancer is the first Mitsubishi in North America to offer an optional continuously variable transmission (CVT). When equipped with the CVT, the Lancer GTS exclusively features a 6-step Sportronic(R) mode using magnesium steering wheel paddle shifters.

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will be available in three levels of trim and driving dynamics: DE, ES and the sport-tuned GTS.

Key Specifications
Wheelbase: 103.7 in.
Length: 180.0 in.
Height: 58.7 in.
Width: 69.4 in.
Curb weight range: 2,922 lbs. (DE w/ 5-speed) to 3,109 lbs. (GTS w/ CVT)

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing and research and development operations of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in the United States. Mitsubishi Motors sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, a mid-size pickup truck and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 520 dealers.

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