Mitsubishi Lancer Review
2016-2020
The Mitsubishi Lancer (Lancer EX and Grand Lancer facelift) is a traditional sedan platform focusing on mechanical longevity in Kenya. Landed prices range from KSh 1.4M to KSh 2.0M.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- High mechanical longevity with simple MIVEC engine design.
- Sub-1,800 cc low KRA import duty rate.
- Spacious rear cabin legroom.
What’s not so good
- Dated dashboard instrument cluster layout.
- Discontinued global production limits body styling updates.
Most popular: Lancer EX 1.6 / 1.8 / Grand Lancer 1.8
4 doorsPetrolAutomatic, Manual, CVT
At a glance
- Model
- Mitsubishi Lancer EX / Grand Lancer
- Production years
- 2016–2020
- Body type
- 4-Door Compact Executive Saloon
- Seating capacity
- 5
- Fuel types
- Petrol
- Engine sizes
- 1,590 cc (1.6L) / 1,798 cc (1.8L MIVEC)
- Transmission
- CVT / Manual Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Source market
- UK / Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 15.2 km/L. Tank: 59 L (about 897 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 1,816 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,261 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 14,932
- Full tank (59 L)
- KES 13,391
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
- Setup
1.8L MIVEC (140 hp / 176 Nm), INVECS-III CVT, FWD, 15.2 km/L.
Package tiers
Lancer packages range from basic commuter trims to sport-styled Grand Lancer editions.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| GLS / Exceed | Base executive | Fabric seats, dual climate control, keyless entry, 16-inch alloy wheels. |
| Sport / Smart Package | Sport saloon | Leather upholstery, digital instrument cluster, sports body kit, 18-inch dark alloys. |
About the Mitsubishi Lancer
Powered by the 1.6L 4A92 (1,590 cc) or 1.8L 4J10 MIVEC (1,798 cc) engines, all variants stay well below 2,000 cc, keeping KRA import duty low.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
