Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will present the first International Exhibition of Cars, Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback at Le Mondial de l'Automobile 2008 (Paris Motor Show 2008) held in Halls 1.8 Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from October 2 (October 4, the general public ) on October 19. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback will start this autumn as part of a gradual introduction of different countries in the region.
The company will also display the Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart and Lancer Sportback Ralliart models that are based on the Lancer sports sedan and Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback. These models are powered by a turbocharged engine mated to Mitsubishi's twin-clutch SST (sport shift transmission) and delivering power to all four wheels through an active center differential.

With its sloping nose, inverted trapezoidal grille that defines the Mitsubishi Motors design identity the sport Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is a 5-door sports sedan, a body type that is very popular in Europe. The model is available in versions powered by 1.5 liter (109P) or 1.8-liter (143PS) engine or petrol engines of 2.0 liters (140 hp) turbo diesel. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback offers an "auto-folding function" which enhances luggage compartment convenience through adjustable rear floor height and backrest can be tilted by a lever in the trunk. The series should be joined by a model powered by Mitsubishi Motors new diesel engine in spring 2009.

The Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart and Lancer Sportback Ralliart models use a new turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder DOHC MIVEC [maximum output 177 kW (240P), maximum torque 343 Nm (35 kgm)]. This engine is mated to Mitsubishi's high-efficiency dual-clutch SST transmission with an Active Center Differential, for extremely sensitive steering and traction through adjusting the amount of torque fed to each wheel to optimally according to driving conditions. It also helps to significantly increase the performance attributes of these cars based on the Lancer base model are 2-pot caliper front brake master cylinder and brake master.