The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG CVT-Automatic (09 - 11) vs. VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI DSG (09 - 13)
€ 24,100
€ 25,600
€ 24,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. Both cars are the same width, but the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG is 15 inches longer and 4.2 inches lower.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
59.6
69.3
80.5
63.8
69.3
76.6
69.3 in
Width
69.3 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.6 in
59.6 in
Height
63.8 in
103.7
180.5
101.5
165.5
180.5 in
Length
165.5 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
3219 lb
Curb Weight
3234 lb
4189 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4475 lb
Weight Difference:
15 lb
0.46 %
General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
CY0
Generation
1KP
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
141 hp
104 hp
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
131 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
114 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
11.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
548 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
22.83 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
31.1 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
22.83 lb/hp
31.1 lb/hp
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
48 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
25 mpg
48 mpg
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
18 mpg
city
41 mpg
31 mpg
highway
53 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
360 mi
Range
697 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
360 mi
697 mi
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
140 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).
100.7 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
140 kWh
100.7 kWh
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
319 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
208 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Golf Plus 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
970 lb
Maximum Payload
1241 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.2 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
41.1 cu ft
