Interesting Facts About the Mitsubishi Lancer CY
The Mitsubishi Lancer first hit the market as a two‑ and four‑door compact sedan in Europe and Asia, with the Lancer 1600GSR making a strong impression in its debut year. Over the decades the model has spanned multiple generations, from the early Mirage‑based versions to a sixth generation that arrived in the U.S. in 2001.
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First‑generation debut
The original Lancer launched as both a two‑door and a four‑door compact sedan in Europe and Asia, and the Lancer 1600GSR quickly dominated the market in its debut year.
Generation evolution and U.S. introduction
Mitsubishi produced five generations of the Mirage (the Lancer’s counterpart) up until 2003, with new generations released in 1983 and 1987, while the Lancer’s own timeline runs from 1988 to 2017. The sixth generation of the Lancer was finally made available in the United States in 2001, replacing the existing Mirage.
Enduring parts support
Even today, owners can source OEM Mitsubishi parts and accessories online through the official Mitsubishi Motors parts store, ensuring that replacement components remain accessible for the Lancer’s long production run.
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