Within its sector of the market the Lancer has about average interior space. Rear seating is a little tight with the seat in position for the average driver. Boot space seems about average for the sector. The interior styling is simple, clear and easy to use, while reflecting the modern external design.

The Lancer comes with a standard package, which includes 16" alloy wheels, blue tooth connectivity with voice recognition, multi function leather steering wheel and air conditioning. Mitsubishi claims the car has been built to secure a five star EuroNCAP safety rating but we will have to wait and see on that front. The car is well equipped on the safety front with nine airbags, including one to protect the driver's knees, hence the Mitsubishi confidence for the EuroNCAP rating.

The new Mitsubishi Lancer has most of all outstanding style in a power sort of way. The car can compete with some of the more expensive makes on appearance alone, because its performance is good enough for any comer in the 1.5/1.6-litre category. It has shades of the Volvo S40 design while matching its acceleration performance and beating it well in terms of economy, emissions and price.

Mitsubishi has placed the new Lancer at a competitive price band in the market with a starting price of €22,495 before delivery charges. That's marginally more expensive than a 1.6-litre Ford Focus or 1.4-litre Toyota Corolla, while cheaper than a 1.6-litre Renault Megane or Volkswagen Jetta. But look at what style the Lancer offers, even if you expect it to go that bit faster.

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