Awards and Accolades

Mitsubishi Motors named "Company of the Year"

Mitsubishi Motors North America's Manufacturing Division was recently honored as "Company of the Year" at the 13th annual Urban Wheel Awards for its achievements in promoting diversity within the automotive industry.

Lancer's navigation system ranked highest in
J.D. Power and Associates study

In a recent J.D. Power and Associates study that ranked the navigation systems of a wide variety of domestic and imported vehicles, only one ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Factory-Installed Navigation Systems": The Mitsubishi Lancer.

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"

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.

Lancer Evolution a finalist for World Performance Car of the Year

A distinguished jury of 59 international automotive journalists recently named the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution one of the 10 finalists in the 2009 World Performance Car of the Year awards-the only four-door sedan to make the top 10.

Mitsubishi's Super All-Wheel Control System named "Best New Technology"

Mitsubishi Motors' latest award for technological innovation came courtesy of the Automobile Journalist Association of Canada, who judged Lancer Evolution's groundbreaking Super All-Wheel Control system "Best New Technology" for 2009.

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

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.

Lancer's navigation system ranked highest in
J.D. Power and Associates study

In a recent J.D. Power and Associates study that ranked the navigation systems of a wide variety of domestic and imported vehicles, only one ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Factory-Installed Navigation Systems": The Mitsubishi Lancer.

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"

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.

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

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

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

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."

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

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

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"

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..."

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

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

Carsdirect.com

"The Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is a fun, sporty convertible that offers all the pleasures of open-air motoring without carrying a hefty price tag."

Newcars.com

"Put the top down, crank up the music and let the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder make all of your driving summertime driving."
- March 2008

Automobile Magazine

"It looks as if Mitsubishi has found the sweet spot for sporty convertibles."
- April 2006

Lancer Evolution a finalist for World Performance Car of the Year

A distinguished jury of 59 international automotive journalists recently named the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution one of the 10 finalists in the 2009 World Performance Car of the Year awards-the only four-door sedan to make the top 10.

Mitsubishi's Super All-Wheel Control System named "Best New Technology"

Mitsubishi Motors' latest award for technological innovation came courtesy of the Automobile Journalist Association of Canada, who judged Lancer Evolution's groundbreaking Super All-Wheel Control system "Best New Technology" for 2009.

Edmunds' Inside Line

"It flat spanked the $85,000 Porsche and walked all over the little Lotus."
- May 2008

Everydaydriver.com

"This is a shocking amount of performance for the money."

Autonet.ca

"Gear changes are quick and keep the fun going from first to sixth."

The Nugget (Ontario, Canada)

"There's no question the Lancer Evolution GSR is a blast to drive - and that its cold-weather performance is almost as stellar as its warm-weather fun factor."

Chronicle Herald

"When it comes to traction at the limits, Mitsubishi's Lancer EVO is one of the best."

Autotropolis.com

"I've driven lots of cars, but I've never driven anything like this super-tuned sports car."

Popular Mechanics

"The up-shifts are Ferrari-quick and the downshifts happen precisely when you need them, every time. On a trip from LA to San Francisco, the MR provided what no other hot-blooded Evo has before: ride comfort. We averaged 23 mpg too - not bad for a 291 hp rocket."
- November 2008

Automobile Magazine

"The Evo X has a completely revamped interior. The wing-backed Recaro seats are the only familiar touches; everything else, from the dashboard to the door panels, has gone decidedly up-market."
- November 2007

Bloomberg.com

"The Evo's purpose has always been about its X-Acto-like ability to slice up winding mountain roads. The all-wheel-drive system is as keen as they come, and every system, including the new active yaw control, is dialed for at-the-edge performance."
- August 2008

Detroit Free Press

"The new Evo looks sophisticated and fast, while playing the role of the unassuming sedan -- though the curvy spoiler on the back does serve as reminder to this car's heritage and continues to block half of your vision through the rearview mirror - an Evo tradition."
- August 2008

Motor Trend

"The Evo has the best version of this kind of transmission to date. The 135i's auto isn't bad. Probably the best currently in a BMW, but the Evo's TC-SST is just amazing."
- August 2008

Modified Mag

"The Evo X is by far the most capable, forgiving and fun off-the-showroom-floor you can buy today."
- April 2008

Road & Track

"U.S.-spec models finally get AYC (Active Yaw Control). Previously reserved for Japan-spec models only, this new technology makes the Evo X one of the best-handling sports sedans in the world."
- November 2007

Winding Road Magazine

"Mitsu's upcoming Sportback gives North America's best looking small car its hottest variant."

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.