Kia Spectra vs Mitsubishi Lancer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
Overview
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | ES |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,550 (best) | $17,795 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 15.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 148 hp (best) |
| Torque | 136 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.2 cu ft | 12.3 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,081 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,701 lbs (best) | 2,888 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 103.7 in (best) |
| Length | 177.2 in | 182.1 in (best) |
| Width | 68.3 in | 69.4 in (best) |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SpectraLX | Mitsubishi LancerES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Spectra | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $13,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $14,550 MSRP | ES $18,795 MSRP |
| 3 | EX $15,550 MSRP | ES $20,295 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $16,550 MSRP | SE $21,095 MSRP |
| 5 | SX $16,450 MSRP | SEL $22,095 MSRP |
| 6 | SX $17,450 MSRP | — |