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Mitsubishi Lancer

2002-06 models

MODERATE OVERLAP FRONT TEST

OVERALL EVALUATION: Good

Structure/safety cage	Injury measures				Restraints/dummy kinematics
Structure/safety cage	Head/neck	Chest	Leg/foot, left	Leg/foot, right	Restraints/dummy kinematics

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Test details:

The Mitsubishi Lancer was introduced in the 2002 model year. No 2007 models were produced, and the redesigned 2008 models will be introduced in spring 2007.

Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was reasonably well controlled. The driver's seat tipped toward the B-pillar. During rebound, the dummy's head hit the B-pillar.

Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity. Head acceleration from the B-pillar hit was low.

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Left to right:

Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test.
The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates the driver's survival space was maintained well.
Smeared greasepaint indicates where the dummy's head hit the B-pillar and head restraint during rebound. Head acceleration from these hits was low.
The dummy's left knee and shin pressed into and deformed the knee bolster to the left of the steering column. Leg injury risk was low.

Additional features:

Side airbags: front seat-mounted torso airbags (optional)
Antilock brakes (optional)

Tested vehicle specifications:

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer LS 4-door
Class: Small car
Weight: 2,751 lbs.
Side airbags: none
Wheelbase: 102 in.
Length: 178 in.
Width: 67 in.
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
EPA ratings: 24 mpg city | 30 mpg highway

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Last updated: March 8, 2007