To say that the tenth-generation Mitsubishi Lancer
looks dated would be a major understatement. Believe it or not, it was
launched in 2007 and is still on sale in some markets like Brazil, Egypt and
Taiwan. While it is no longer available
in the rest of the world, the Lancer nameplate could return as a global model
in the future. Recently, a report claimed that Mitsubishi is planning to bring
back the Lancer Evolution for an eleventh generation.
If that were to happen, then surely the automaker
should first launch a new regular Lancer, right? Following this logic, the
folks from Kolesa tried to anticipate how the 11th-generation would look like
if it were to use the brand’s latest Dynamic Shield design language.
The first step was to apply the typical Mitsubishi
grille with chrome moldings on the sides to the body of the Renault Megane Sedan. The designer
then opted for sleek LED headlights and chunky DRLs — both also familiar from
the latest Mitsubishi concepts and production models.
The two-tone bodywork with dark grey roof and A
pillars provides a nice contrast to the rest of the car that’s painted white;
it also makes the Lancer look more dynamic thanks to the “floating roof” trick
applied to the C pillars. Actually, this is inspired by the Mitsubishi
Engelberg Tourer Concept.
Moving on to the rear, the hypothetical Mitsubishi
Lancer adopts horizontal LED taillights united by a light bar according to the
latest trends in car design. There’s also a sporty bumper with a diffuser-like
insert in the middle and concealed tailpipes. Choosing the Renault Megane Sedan
as a basis for these renderings is not fortuitous as the aforementioned report
claimed the next-generation Lancer would share underpinnings with the upcoming
Megane.
