Question "Lancer 10 how much does it weigh?» arises among owners and potential buyers Mitsubishi Lancer X for various reasons: from planning tuning to calculating the load on the suspension or choosing a tow truck. The weight of the car affects dynamics, fuel consumption, brake pad wear and even the cost of insurance. However, it can be difficult to find exact figures - technical specifications often indicate “dry weight” (without liquids and passengers), and the actual weight with a filled tank and driver can differ by 100-150 kg.

In this article we have collected detailed data on the weight of all modifications Lancer X (2007–2017) - from basic 1.5 MT to top 2.4 AWD. You will learn how weight depends on body type, engine, gearbox and equipment, and why the weight of front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions can differ by 80–120 kg even with the same engine size. For convenience, we have summarized all the data in a table and added a comparison with competitors - Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic and Ford Focus.

Official data: dry weight vs. curb weight

Manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors The technical documentation indicates two key parameters:

  • 🔧 Dry weight — the weight of the vehicle without fuel, oil, coolant and passengers. This indicator is important for calculating load capacity and tuning.
  • ⛽ Curb weight — weight with a full tank of fuel (59 l), all technical fluids and a standard set of tools, but without driver and passengers.

The difference between these values for Lancer X amounts to 80–100 kg. For example, dry weight 1.6 MT - 1230 kg, and curb weight - 1310 kg. Moreover, in real conditions (with driver, passenger and luggage) the car weighs already 1450–1500 kg. This is critical to consider when:

  • 🚗 Towing - exceeding the permissible weight of the trailer (for Lancer X without brakes - up to 500 kg, with brakes - up to 1000 kg).
  • 🔧 Replacing suspension elements - shock absorbers and springs are selected for a specific weight.
  • ⚡ Engine tuning - increase power by 20–30 hp. not taking into account mass can lead to imbalance.
⚠️ Attention: The PTS and STS indicate permissible maximum weight (RMM), which for Lancer X amounts to 1800–1850 kg depending on modification. Exceeding this value (for example, when the trunk is overloaded) leads to a fine Art. 12.21 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation — 500–1000 rubles.

Weight of Mitsubishi Lancer 10 by engines and gearboxes (table)

Below is the data for all modifications officially supplied to Russia Lancer X (2007–2017). Weight is for basic configuration Instyle without additional options (sunroof, xenon, leather interior, etc.) that can add 20–50 kg.

Modification Engine Box Drive Dry weight, kg Curb weight, kg
1.5 MT 1.5 l (109 hp) Mechanics FWD 1190 1270
1.6 MT 1.6 l (117 hp) Mechanics FWD 1230 1310
1.6 AT 1.6 l (117 hp) Automatic FWD 1250 1330
1.8 MT 1.8 l (143 hp) Mechanics FWD 1260 1340
2.0 MT 2.0 l (150 hp) Mechanics FWD/AWD* 1280 / 1360 1360 / 1440
2.0 AT 2.0 l (150 hp) Automatic FWD/AWD* 1300 / 1380 1380 / 1460
2.4 MT 2.4 l (170 hp) Mechanics AWD 1400 1480

* All-wheel drive versions (4WD/AWD) heavier than front-wheel drive 80–100 kg due to the transfer case and driveshaft.

📊 What engine does your Lancer X have?
1.5 l
1.6 l
1.8 l
2.0 l
2.4 l
Other

Why does the weight differ even for identical engines?

To ground Lancer X affects not only the engine size, but also:

  1. Gearbox type — automatic transmission (INVECS-III) heavier than mechanics by 20–40 kg.
  2. Drive - all-wheel drive versions (AWD) are equipped with a transfer case and rear gearbox, which adds 80–120 kg.
  3. Equipment:
    • 🔦 Xenon headlights (+3 kg per pair).
    • 🪑 Leather interior (+15–20 kg).
    • 🌞 Luke (+10–12 kg).
    • 🎵 Premium audio system (+5–8 kg).
  • Year of manufacture — after restyling in 2012, safety reinforcements were added to the body, which increased the weight by 10–15 kg.

    • For example, Lancer X 2.0 MT 2008 in the basic configuration weighs 1280 kg, and the same model of 2015 in the top version Instyle Plus - already 1350 kg. The difference is 70 kg may seem insignificant, but it affects acceleration to 100 km/h (in the heavy version it is slower by 0.3–0.5 sec).

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    To accurately find out your weight Lancer X, check the sticker on the driver's door pillar - it shows the maximum permissible weight (GMM) and curb weight for your specific modification.

    Comparison with competitors: who is lighter?

    In class C-sedans Mitsubishi Lancer X It wasn't the easiest, but it wasn't the hardest either. For comparison, let's take models of the same year of production (2010–2015) with engines 1.6–2.0 l:

    Model Engine Curb weight, kg Difference from Lancer 1.6, kg
    Toyota Corolla E150 1.6 l (124 hp) 1260 –50
    Honda Civic 8/9 1.8 l (140 hp) 1270 –40
    Ford Focus 2 rest. 1.6 l (115 hp) 1330 +20
    Kia Cerato 2 1.6 l (126 hp) 1280 –30
    Subaru Impreza 3 2.0 l (150 hp) 1420 +110

    Lancer X loses Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic in weight, but outperforms Ford Focus and Subaru Impreza. At the same time, all-wheel drive versions Lancer 2.0 AWD and 2.4 AWD heavier than most competitors - this is a system fee S-AWC (Super All-Wheel Control), which improves handling but adds weight.

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    Lancer 10 with a 1.6 liter engine is one of the lightest in the line, but even it is heavier Toyota Corolla by 50 kg. This is due to a more durable body and reinforced suspensions, which has a positive effect on safety, but slightly worsens dynamics.

    How does weight affect operation?

    The mass of the vehicle is directly related to:

    • 🚀 Acceleration dynamics — every extra kilogram requires additional energy. For example, Lancer 1.6 MT (1310 kg) accelerates to 100 km/h in 10.5 sec, and 2.0 AWD (1460 kg) - for 11.2 sec, despite the more powerful engine.
    • ⛽ Fuel consumption — an increase in weight by 100 kg increases consumption by 0.3–0.5 l/100 km. Therefore, all-wheel drive versions Lancer X “eat” more gasoline than front-wheel drive ones.
    • 🛑 Braking way - a heavy car is more difficult to stop. For example, during emergency braking from 100 km/h Lancer 1.5 (1270 kg) stops at 3–4 meters earlierthan 2.4 AWD (1480 kg).
    • 🔧 Suspension wear - shock absorbers and struts on all-wheel drive versions fail on 15–20 thousand km earlierthan on front-wheel drive.

    However, there are also advantages:

    • 🛡️ Stability on the track — a heavy car is less likely to be blown away by side winds.
    • 🌧️ Patency - All-wheel drive versions cope better off-road due to their weight, which improves traction.
    ⚠️ Attention: When tuning the engine (chip tuning, installing a turbine) for every +30 hp It is recommended to reduce the vehicle weight by 50–70 kg (for example, replace stamped wheels with light-alloy ones, remove the rear seat). Otherwise, the load on the transmission increases and the clutch life is reduced.

    How to reduce the weight of the Lancer X without losing reliability?

    If you are looking to improve performance or reduce fuel consumption, you can safely reset 30–80 kg without compromising safety. Here are proven methods:

    ☑️ Safe weight loss Lancer 10

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    However, there is also dangerous methodswhich can lead to breakdowns:

    • ❌ Removal of body reinforcements (impairs rigidity and safety).
    • ❌ Replacement of standard brake discs with perforated ones without modification of the cooling system.
    • ❌ Removing sound insulation (increases the noise level to 75–80 dB at a speed of 100 km/h).

    Optimal balance - reset 40–50 kg due to wheels, battery and unnecessary interior elements. This will give:

    • 🚗 Improved acceleration to 100 km/h by 0.2–0.4 sec.
    • ⛽ Reduced fuel consumption by 0.2–0.3 l/100 km.
    • 🔧 Reducing the load on the suspension and increasing the life of shock absorbers by 10–15 thousand km.
    What happens if Lancer X is greatly lightened?

    Reducing weight by more than 100 kg without modifying the suspension will lead to deterioration in handling - the car will become “nervous” on uneven surfaces and will hold its trajectory worse at high speeds. In addition, the body will lose rigidity, which will increase the risk of corrosion at the welds.

    Frequently asked questions about Lancer X weight

    ❓ How much does Lancer X weigh with a full tank and driver?

    Curb weight (with fuel and liquids) plus the weight of the driver (average 75 kg) and luggage (10–20 kg) gives:

    • 1.6 MT: 1310 + 75 + 15 = 1400 kg.
    • 2.0 AWD AT: 1460 + 75 + 15 = 1550 kg.

    Maximum permissible weight (with 4 passengers and luggage) - 1800–1850 kg (indicated in the PTS).

    ❓ Why are the weight in the PTS and the real weight different?

    In the PTS it is indicated permissible maximum weight (RMM)which includes:

    • Vehicle weight with fuel and liquids.
    • Weight of the driver and passengers (75 kg per person).
    • Cargo in the trunk (up to 50–100 kg).

    The actual weight of the “empty” car (curb weight) is 300–400 kg lessthan RMM.

    ❓ How does weight affect fuel consumption?

    According to Mitsubishi Motors, increase in mass by 100 kg increases fuel consumption:

    • In the city: on 0.4–0.6 l/100 km.
    • On the track: on 0.2–0.3 l/100 km.

    For example, if you constantly carry 50 kg of cargo in the trunk, Lancer 1.6 MT will not consume 7.5 l/100 km (according to passport), and 7.8–8.0 l/100 km.

    ❓ Is it possible to tow a Lancer X with automatic transmission?

    Yes, but with reservations:

    • 🔹 Front-wheel drive versions — towing is possible at speeds up to 50 km/h for a distance of up to 50 km (automatic transmission selector in position N).
    • 🔹 All-wheel drive versions (AWD) - towing prohibited without lifting the front or rear axle (risk of damage to the transfer case).

    In both cases, the weight of the towed vehicle should not exceed 1.5 tons.

    ❓ What is the weight of Lancer X Sportback?

    Hatchback Lancer X Sportback (2010–2017) heavier than the sedan by 20–30 kg due to the extended body and rear door:

    • 1.6 MT: 1330 kg (vs 1310 kg for the sedan).
    • 2.0 AWD AT: 1480 kg (vs 1460 kg for the sedan).