2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer ES — 2.0L SOHC 16-valve I4

The 2006 Lancer ES is a compact, practical four-door sedan powered by a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated inline-4 with a single overhead cam and 16 valves. It was designed to provide straightforward, efficient everyday transportation with a focus on reliability and simple operation.

Factory standard features (typical equipment)
- Powertrain and drivetrain:
- 2.0L SOHC 16-valve inline-4 engine (naturally aspirated).
- Front-wheel drive layout.
- Manual transmission or automatic: typically offered with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission from the factory.

- Exterior:
- Halogen headlamps.
- Body-colored door handles and bumpers on most examples.
- Heated power side mirrors.
- Steel wheels with wheel covers (alloy wheels were available on higher trims or as options).
- Intermittent windshield wipers and rear window defroster.

- Interior and comfort:
- Cloth seating surfaces with manually adjustable front seats and a height-adjustable driver’s seat on many models.
- 60/40 split-folding rear seatback for added cargo flexibility.
- Manual air conditioning/heating with dash-mounted controls.
- Power windows with driver’s one-touch down on many units and power door locks.
- Remote keyless entry for the driver’s convenience.
- Tilt steering column.
- Interior storage: center console with cupholders, glovebox and door pockets.

- Audio and connectivity:
- AM/FM radio with single-disc CD player and multiple speakers (4 speakers common).
- Steering wheel audio controls were not standard on base ES; auxiliary connectivity varied by market and model year options.

- Safety and security:
- Dual front airbags as standard.
- Driver and front passenger three-point seat belts, and three-point belts for rear outboard seats.
- Front-seat side-impact airbags were standard on many US-market ES models; other airbag configurations (side curtain airbags) and electronic stability aids could be optional or dependent on market/trim.
- Child seat anchors (LATCH) for rear seats.
- Engine immobilizer/anti-theft system.

- Chassis and brakes:
- Independent front suspension and a conventional rear suspension setup tuned for comfort and predictable handling (specific suspension design varies by market).
- Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes on many standard ES builds; anti-lock brakes (ABS) were available or included on certain option packages.

The 2006 Lancer ES is positioned as a no-frills, economical compact sedan that emphasizes straightforward features and practical interior space. Exact standard and optional equipment can vary by production region and original factory packages, so individual vehicle equipment should be confirmed for a specific car.