Awards & Accolades: Outlander
Edmunds.com

“...the Outlander is comfortable, available with all-wheel drive and has enough storage and cargo space to satisfy both individuals and small families”
Outlander named "Top Safety Pick" by the IIHS*
Outlander named "Top Safety Pick" by the IIHS*

Due in large part to Mitsubishi's innovative RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Engineering) unibody construction, both the Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander received the highest crash safety rating from the Institute for Highway Safety in front- and rear-impact crash tests.

*On models equipped with ASC. Excludes RALLIART.
Outlander named Dog Car of the Year
Outlander named Dog Car of the Year

With a range of dog-friendly features and benefits, including a split tailgate, ultra-low floor and large cargo area, it's no surprise that Outlander was awarded five paws out of five and named Dog Car of the Year in its category by DogCars.com.
Auto Week

“The Outlander gives you the promise of four-cylinder fuel economy and all-wheel drive for a reasonable price compared with most competitors...”
— February 28, 2008
Edmunds.com

“Magnesium paddle shifters. You won’t find those in any other compact SUV.” 

 

 
Awards & Accolades: Lancer
CarandDriver.com

“Easily the best-ever compact from Mitsubishi, the Lancer also appears to be one of the best compact sedans on the market, period.”
— February 2007
Lancer named "Top Safety Pick" by the IIHS*
Lancer named "Top Safety Pick" by the IIHS*

Due in large part to Mitsubishi's innovative RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Engineering) unibody construction, both the Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander received the highest crash safety rating from the Institute for Highway Safety in front- and rear-impact crash tests.

*On models equipped with ASC. Excludes RALLIART.
IntelliChoice.com names Lancer Ralliart "Best Overall Value"
IntelliChoice.com names Lancer Ralliart "Best Overall Value"

For delivering outstanding value and lower than expected costs, the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart took home the prestigious "Best Overall Value of the Year" (BOVY) award in the sport sedan/wagon under $38,000 category, besting a long list of competitors from the U.S. and overseas.
Competitor NorCal

“The world is full of hot-looking, fun-to-drive cars, a fraction of which are affordable to the average buyer. The new Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart sedan is one of those rare animals.”
— October 2008
The Times Autos (nwi.com)

“Mitsubishi Lancer carries a youthful demeanor with edgy styling and room to comfortably seat four adult occupants in an interior set up for five people with ample trunk space to haul their gear.”
— July 2008
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“GTS is a responsive 4-door compact sedan that is fun to drive regardless of the ground speed.”
— July 2008

MSN Autos

“The Ralliart also carves a road pleasantly with well-weighted steering, stout brakes, and a paddle-shifted transmission with quick, snag-free gear changes.”
— July 2008
Auto Week

“It's a solid contender in its class, especially for the money.”
— July 2007
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“I'm really impressed by how the car rides and drives. I didn't expect to have as much fun behind the wheel as I did.”
— July 9, 2007

Kelley Blue Book's Kbb.com

“Taller, wider and more aggressively styled than the previous-generation Lancer, the 2009 Lancer commands a much larger presence on the road.”
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“We were impressed with just how tenacious and composed the Lancer GTS proved to be on twisty roads. We also liked the fast shifts afforded by the paddle shifters and six artificial 'gears' of the optional continuously variable transmission.”


“2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The Mitsubishi Lancer's aggressive, rally-inspired looks belie a starting price of less than $15,000. The low cost of entry will leave many buyers with enough extra cash to add cool options like a hard-drive navigation system, an impressive premium audio system or perhaps a stylish spoiler.”
— April 2008

CarandDriver.com

“...along the twisty, picturesque two-laners north of Santa Barbara, California, we found that the Lancer drives as well as it looks.”
— February 2007
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“This interior is not only room by the numbers, but also fits humans well. The driving position is excellent...”
— February 2007

Motor Trend

“One extra-cost feature not to be missed is the 650-watt Rockford-Fosgate Premium Audio system, which may be best in class. It sounds strong, clear, and appropriately thumpy.”
— March 2008
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“At wide-open throttle, the engine throbs without pause, sending the car forward in a seemingly unyielding accelerative rush.”
— March 1, 2008

Popular Mechanics

“By adding another layer of performance to the Lancer mix, Mitsubishi will have a car that finally competes head-to-head with the Subaru WRX. Game on.”
— January 14, 2008

 Awards & Accolades: Galant
African Americans On Wheels

“Refreshed for 2009, the Mitsubishi Galant perks up a crowded segment. Like the proverbial onion, the 2009 Galant line improves upon inspection.”
African Americans On Wheels

“Like moths to a flame, car buyers need to look away once in a while to discover what other brands have to offer. It's worth the effort.”
Edmunds.com

“With its roomy cabin, enjoyable driving demeanor and impressive crash test scores, the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is a family sedan with spirit and style.”
Nextautos.com

“The Galant offers sportiness and comfort that you won't find in any other midsize family sedan in this price range...”
Chicago Sun-Times

“With more to offer, the 2009 Galant definitely should be on more mid-size car buyer shopping lists.”
— February 25, 2008
Carseek.com

“Great price, great standard features and a wealth of choices make the Mitsubishi Galant one of a kind.”
Kelley Blue Book's Kbb.com

“If you’re looking for a family sedan with a plush interior, a racy exterior and a nice big back seat, the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should be on your shopping list. The Ralliart trim delivers surprisingly good off-the-line performance and handling capability.”
NewCars.com

“The 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is an especially value-packed performer that’s anything but boring. Your eyes, ears and pocketbook will agree: the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant looks as good on paper as it feels on the road.”
U.S. News and World Report

“According to our analysis, the 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is a smooth and reliable drive with comfortable seating”

 

 
Awards & Accolades: Eclipse
MSN Autos

“Maybe it's the wind-in-your-hair joy of convertible driving at a relatively affordable price. Maybe it's the modestly zippy 162-horse 2.4-liter engine, or the optional and seriously zippy 265-horsepower 3.8-liter engine.”
Newcars.com

“The 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse combines brute power with exotic design, giving sports car enthusiasts the best of both worlds—at a worldly price.”
Hamilton Spectator (Ontario, Canada)

“Blend the invigorating straight-line V6 acceleration, the sexy exhaust va-roooom, curvaceous exterior and refined interior and you have a boulevard cruiser in GT style, virile and strong...”
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“This was a fun engine to row through the gears, powerful, and responsive.”


Cars.com (Kicking Tires)

“For the money, the Eclipse is a pretty stylish front-wheel-drive sports car. Even though the exterior changes are few for 2009, they do make an impact, which is more than can be said for many mid-cycle product updates.”
— February 1, 2008
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“The new grille gives the Eclipse a much more menacing shape, and it’s a look that seems likely to appeal to sports car enthusiasts.”
— February 1, 2008

Popular Mechanics

“The GT will have a much more aggressive look on the outside thanks to a larger rear spoiler, HID headlamps and Active Stability Control. The Eclipse Spyder convertible version, meanwhile, will get all the same modifications and enhancements as the GS.”
— March 2008
RoadandTrack.com

“If you don't want your car to feel old in a couple of years, Mitsubishi's futuristically retro sporty-sounding Eclipse will keep both of you feeling young.”
— March 2008
Automobile Magazine

“We must confess that looking good while driving fast is really important to us. And the Eclipse GT is a genuinely quick car, as our test results prove.”
— October 2007
Edmunds.com

“...the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT is still an entertaining partner on twisty roads thanks to eager turn-in, a short wheelbase and a general feeling of composure.”
— 2007
Motor Trend

“Everyone raves about Nissan's V-6, but Mitsu's lusty MIVEC 3.8, as tuned in this application, is every bit as good.”
— October 2006
Auto Week

“The exterior is stunning. The car drew lots of twisted-neck looks from other drivers.”
— April 2006

 

Awards & Accolades: Endeavor
Forbes.com

“Best mid-size SUV for families.”
— July 2008
Auto Week

“This very functional and perfectly comfortable crossover is well executed.”
— 2008 Buyer’s Guide
Edmunds.com

“Due to the Endeavor’s impressive 250 lb-ft of torque, the 3.8-liter engine feels responsive off the line and into the midrange.”
— 2008
Carsdirect.com

“The Mitsubishi Endeavor feels stable underway yet handles well in corners--benefits of its car-based structure.”
U.S. News and World Report

“The seats and driving positions of the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor win praise from reviewers.”
Endeavor wins AutoPacific® Vehicle Satisfaction Award

“AutoPacific, a leader in the analysis and research of the automobile industry, recognized the Mitsubishi Endeavor for highest overall customer satisfaction in the premium mid-sized sport utility category. In this 2006 study, drivers rated their vehicles across 44 specific areas including comfort, safety and overall purchase/lease experience.”