I have a 2004 lancer vrx it has 89,000 on the clock it's now done over 205,000 and still goes fine probably one of the best car I've had, would definitely but another one if I was able too

Probably the most astute purchase I ever made. Bought a '05 VRX AWD in '07 for $15,500 (almost a third of the new price!) with 59,000 km on the odo, looking & going like new, smooth powerful engine, handles any road, plenty of legroom, big boot. Only tyres & brake-pads & annual service. Now done 267,000 & finally blew the heater core. Fixed that & intend keeping it going for a while yet.

I have a 2005 TW VR-X.

I LOVE IT!

It has tons of grunt when needed and can also be a Sunday crawler when you want it to be. The interior isn't as modern as other cars of its age but who cares? It's a Magna and Magna owners know what they want out of a car.

The engine is powerful enough to tow with and the transmission doesn't change gears when not needed unlike other cars.

The headlights light up EVERYTHING on the road at night (especially the high beam) and the VR-X styling on the dash makes it look like its out of a European car.

As can be expected with a V6, fuel can be a concern but it's all in the way you drive.

I have owned my magna for almost four years now, I have done 130,000 ks, vehicle has done 220,000 ks all up.
Only replaced tyres and brakes. Easy to drive with good vision out all windows. Have towed campervan easily no problems. Highly recommended for a first car. Probably a bit thirsty for city driving as you have a big six cylinder motor. Average about 9.5 litres per 100ks country driving....just purrs along on the freeways. Not much road noise.plenty of go for passing

WHAT A CAR... I cannot seem to kill it... I put king springs and sacks shocks and just the services as req'd. I have towed my small caravan for thousands of K's. It is so good to me this car and when it dies I will replace it, I have been saying that for 3 years now... it just won't die.
It drives so well
Nothing wrong with this car believe me

Have had the car for 6 years, 130k, no issues so far, very responsive drive, safe, reliability top notch, as others have said the 5sp auto is excellent, 7 flat 0-100km, 15.5sec quarter mile, 11.5l /100 mostly around town driving. Excellent overtaking on highway, up to 140 at the drop of a hat. Handles excellent around corners, sound system is quality, good trip computer with 11 functions from memory. Climate is control is no frills (not digital) and no problems. Great aussie made vehicle, would buy one again in an instant. Huge boot space also.
Reliability, performance, economy

An exceptional car at an unbeatable price.
Performance, power, comfort, handling - I purchased my first one in 1996 and traded it in 2000 with 336,000kms on the clock it was a great car, my second one was traded in 2004 with 295,000kms and my current onepurchased in May 2004 currently has 187,000kms on it. These cars are made to last and the more you drive them the better they get - will purchase the new 380 in December- have test drove it for a weekend and loved it.
Al ot of power under the front wheels - would not recommend for new driver. Have been booked many times as if you don't turn on the cruise control the ride is so smooth you will speed.

Good car for medium trips and great handling.
Magna VR-X: Nice sporty sounding tone - good for the ego! Super responsive so great for country driving as it gives confidence for overtaking. Reliable - have been driving a new one for > 18 months.
Not as big as Commodore - boot and front cabin not as roomy and not as comfortable for 4 adults to go on long trips but then they don't clam it is a big car, only a medium. Bit more thirsty than Commodore too but then it it is more responsive!

I bought mine latest Magna in march 2010. I had previously owned one in 2003 and knew what to expect when I bought this one. They never seem to get the problems that a Ford or a Holden seem to encounter and are a pleasure to drive.
Good speed of the mark for quick takeoffs when entering traffic in the city. Speed also comes in handy when doing highway driving and you need to overtake.
The turning circle seems to be huge but if you have every driven a Toyota Camry then you will wonder what I am talking about. The paint seems to fade over time.

We have now owned out Mitsubishi Magna for over one year, but we have also owned this type of car before. We have never had any problems with this car apart from the resale price which is virtually nothing because it is a very mass produced car. The reason that we like this car is that it is bigger than a hatch back, but a slightly bit smaller than a family car which makes it easy to park anywhere. This car is very reliable and we are very happy with our decision to buy this type of car again. I would recommend it to anyone.
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I love my car. It has a huge boot, which I can fit my pram plus other baby items, and still have room for the shopping bags etc. It drives so well, feels and is incredibly safe on the roads.
I have the AWD model - and it is the best car I have driven. You cannot feel more safe on the roads, I don't believe there is a safer car to drive - well certainly not in the price range anyway. Drives brilliantly - and is a fast car.
The rear break like on the rear window kept falling down, had the glass replaced and it still kept doing it. I think it took 3 times being replaced before it stayed up and no more problems.

Great Power! Love it.
2005 model is Great to thrash around in! Lots of power! I like to take it to about 5000rpm normally but revving to the redline is the highlight of this car! I bet a commodore once too!
Nothing I can pick!