Safety

Standard safety features include antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags for both rows, a knee airbag for the driver, and an electronic stability system. For additional safety-feature information, check out the Standard Equipment & Specs page.
Lancer Sportback in the Market

What's likely going to draw shoppers to the Sportback is its styling, which notably departs from the hatchback norm. There's a lot more to the car than looks, though, which is why it compares favorably with the Mazda3 and Impreza hatchbacks. On the whole, it's a well-executed addition to Mitsubishi's Lancer lineup.