Mitsubishi Lancer Hatchback - Pictures

The Lancer will be competing with the Skoda Octavia and the Chevrolet Cruze.

Mitsubishi have designed a spacious cabin with generous equipment levels.

The chassis of the standard Lancer is shared with the Evo X super saloon.

Mitsubishi offer a range of engines with a 1.8 litre petrol or a 2.0 litre diesel.

The Lancer lacks in driving dynamics suffering from excessive body roll.

The 2.0 litre diesel engine is economical returning 45.6 MPG.

Despite being a hatchback the boot isn't large at 344 litres.