Quick answer
The 2018 Mitsubishi Lancer SportBack, the latest model year on record, is 182.7″ long, 69.3″ wide and 59.4″ tall on a 103.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,987 lb. At 15.2 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.8 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mitsubishi Lancer SportBack generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 182.3″ | 66.9″ | 55.9″ | 102.8″ | 3,020 lb |
| 2010–2018 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 59.4″ | 103.9″ | 3,336 lb |
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
Lancer SportBack year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 182.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 182.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 182.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2014 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2013 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2012 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2010 | 180.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 182.3″ | 66.9″ | 102.8″ | 1 |
ROWS 10·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
Will a Lancer SportBack fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.2 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.8 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length, the Lancer SportBack is lighter than 81%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 69.3″ | 72″ | −2.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 103.9″ | 106.7″ | −2.8″ |
| Curb weight | 2,987 lb | 3,554 lb | −567 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Lancer SportBack bigger than the 2017?
No. The 2018 and 2017 Lancer SportBack are the same size and weight.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 10 Lancer SportBack model years, 2004 to 2018. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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