The dash isn’t particularly striking. Its disarming simplicity clashes with numerous modern cars (Accord and Taurus, among others) that overwhelm you with a landslide of buttons of all sizes. This voluntary (or accidental?) simplicity has its good side. Where it fails to impress, it proves quite practical, as you can quickly and easily locate the button you need.
As for sound insulation, like its sedan sibling, this Lancer does let some tire noise through – there’s room for improvement here.
Obviously, I loved driving this Mitsubishi. It’s a true delight. I also loved its spacious, practical trunk. Now this is a car that would be great for hauling around all that Cub Scout paraphernalia!
However, I have trouble understanding the substantial price difference compared to the 2009 Impreza 2.5i ($1,603), especially since the Subaru comes equipped with all-wheel drive for no extra charge. Naturally, if I had to choose between these two hatchback sedans, the Subaru would have the upper hand.
photo:Matthieu Lambert
As for sound insulation, like its sedan sibling, this Lancer does let some tire noise through – there’s room for improvement here.
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| The Japanese automaker decided on a round, almost stocky look that has nothing to do with the angular profile typical of the Sportback sedan. |
Obviously, I loved driving this Mitsubishi. It’s a true delight. I also loved its spacious, practical trunk. Now this is a car that would be great for hauling around all that Cub Scout paraphernalia!
However, I have trouble understanding the substantial price difference compared to the 2009 Impreza 2.5i ($1,603), especially since the Subaru comes equipped with all-wheel drive for no extra charge. Naturally, if I had to choose between these two hatchback sedans, the Subaru would have the upper hand.
photo:Matthieu Lambert
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