Mitsubishi prices 2008 Lancer from $14,615*

The rapidly rebounding Mitsubishi has just announced pricing for its new 2008 Lancer that could help solidify the automakers return to solvency in the U.S. market. The next Lancer will carry a base price of $14,615 for the base DE model with a 5-speed manual and the only engine being offered at the moment, a 2.0L MIVEC four-cylinder producing 152 horsepower. Stepping up to the optional CVT tranny will cost an additional $900 on DE and midlevel ES, but on the uplevel GTS it will cost a cool thousand extra thanks to a set of 6-Step Sportronic paddle-shifters.

Three packages will be offered including the A/C and Power Package ($1,100), Sun & Sound Package ($1,500) and the Navigation & Technology Package ($2,000), the last of which includes a 30GB hard drive and nav system with a 7-inch screen.

It should be noted that the new Lancer's base price is a full $589 less than a 2006 Lancer ES, the current base model with a manual transmission. Pricing for each new model appears lower than their 2006 counterparts across the board.

Check out the complete list of prices* below.

• Lancer DE (2.0L/5M) $14,615
  
• Lancer DE (2.0L/CVT) $15,515
• Lancer ES (2.0L/5M) $16,615
  
• Lancer ES (2.0L/CVT) $17,515
  
• Lancer GTS (2.0L/5M) $18,115
  
• Lancer GTS (2.0L/CVT) $19,115

*All prices include an extra $625 for shipping.

Check out the pricing for every option and feature after the jump.

Options
Suggested Retail Price
Lancer DE 4-Door
Lancer ES 4-Door
Lancer GTS 4-Door

A/C and Power Package:
Manual Air Conditioning w/ Micron Filter, Anti-Lock Brakes w/ EBD, Power Door Locks, Auto Up/Down Driver Window
$1,100.00
OPT
NA
NA

Sun & Sound Package:
650 Watt (Max) Rockford-Fosgate(R) PUNCH Premium Sound System, SIRIUS Satellite Radio w/ 6-months of pre-paid subscription, 6CD/MP3 In-Dash Head Unit, Power Glass Sunroof, Auxiliary Audio Input Jacks
* Replaces Standard Audio Head Unit
$1,500.00
NA
OPT
OPT

Navigation & Technology Package:
FAST-Key Entry System, 30GB HDD Navigation System w/ Digital Music Server & CD/DVD Capablility, 7" Touch Screen Panel Display, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System, Maintenance Recorder, ETACS Customized Setting, Calendar,
Trip Computer, Environmental In
* Replaces Standard Audio Head Unit
$2,000.00
NA
NA
OPT


Accessories
Suggested Retail Price
Lancer DE 4-Door
Lancer ES 4-Door
Lancer GTS 4-Door

Accessory HFP Bluetooth(R) Phone Link with Voice Recognition
$250.00
NA
ACY
NA

Accessory Navigation Package:
30GB HDD Navigation w/ Digital Music Server & CD/DVD Capability
* Replaces Standard Audio Head Unit
$2,190.00
NA
ACY
ACY

Accessory Fog Lights
$280.00
ACY
ACY
NA

Accessory Floor Mats
$60.00
ACY
NA
NA

Accessory Appearance Package: Exhaust Tip, Mudguards, Scuff Plates
$210.00
ACY
ACY
NA

Accessory 6CD Audio Head Unit Package: In-Dash 6CD/MP3 Audio Head Unit
* Replaces Standard Audio Head Unit
$350.00
ACY
ACY
ACY

Accessory Keyless Entry
$150.00
ACY
NA
NA

Accessory Cargo Organizer
$50.00
ACY
ACY
ACY

Accessory Wheel Locks
$40.00
NA
ACY
ACY

Accessory Trunk Mat without Subwoofer
$80.00
ACY
ACY
ACY

Accessory Trunk Mat with Subwoofer
$80.00
NA
ACY
ACY

Accessory Side Wind Deflectors
$85.00
ACY
ACY
ACY