The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec (10 - 11) vs. VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI DSG (10 - 13)
€ 20,000

€ 29,800

€ 20,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 29,800
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ significantly. The Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec is 14.3 inches longer, 0.6 inches narrower and 5.1 inches lower than the VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
59.6
69.3
80.5
64.8
69.9
76.6
69.3 in
Width
69.9 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.6 in
59.6 in
Height
64.8 in
103.7
180.5
101.5
166.2
180.5 in
Length
166.2 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
3395 lb
Curb Weight
3280 lb
4343 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb

Weight Difference:
115 lb
3.39 %

General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
CY0
Generation
1KP
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with gas turbine compressor
Engine Code
*CTH*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
114 hp
at 3750 rpm
Power
158 hp
at 5800 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
114 hp
158 hp
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
177 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
221 lb‑ft
177 lb‑ft
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
117 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
10.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
482 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
390 ft
0.000 sec

VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
▶ REPLAY
29.78 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.76 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
29.78 lb/hp
20.76 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
combined
35 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
44 mpg
35 mpg
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
36 mpg
city
28 mpg
51 mpg
highway
41 mpg
15.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
692 mi
Range
503 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
692 mi
503 mi
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Environmental Impact
109.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
128.7 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
109.1 kWh
128.7 kWh
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
224 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
253 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D ClearTec
VW CrossGolf 1.4 TSI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
948 lb
Maximum Payload
1129 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.2 cu ft







38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
41.1 cu ft