Mitsubishi Lancer 2004–2008 Tuning — Page 43

The Mitsubishi Lancer 9 2004–2008 (IX body) was produced as both a sedan and a wagon, and tuning for this model usually comes down to three things: a bit of chrome on the exterior, a neat spoiler, and proper mats for the cabin and trunk. This page contains accessories selected specifically for the Lancer 9, as well as universal parts that fit by size. Vehicle-specific items include “Mitsubishi Lancer 9 2004-2008” in the product name; universal items include the word “Universal”.

Sedan or wagon: what to check before ordering

For some products, the body type matters. HIC window deflectors and trunk mats are sold separately for the sedan (SD marking) and for the wagon (SW marking), because the window and trunk shapes are different. If there is no such marking in the product name and you have a wagon, it’s best to confirm compatibility with a manager. One more thing: don’t confuse the Lancer 9 with the next generation—there is a separate page for Mitsubishi Lancer X 2008-. Parts are not interchangeable between these bodies, even if they look similar: the X has different rear glass, different bumpers, and different grilles.

Lancer 9 exterior tuning

• Chrome trim — window surrounds, trunk edge strip, mirror and door-handle covers, and turn-signal repeater grilles. For mirrors, handles, and window surrounds you can choose the material: Italian OmsaLine stainless steel, Turkish Carmos steel, or chrome-plated plastic. The window surrounds are four pieces that stick over the lower edge of the windows: this is decorative trim and does not replace the rubber window seal. The trunk edge strip is a flat strip for the trunk lid, not a cover for the rear bumper.
• Door sill plates — several vehicle-specific 4-piece sets: Carmos V1 and V3 stainless steel and OmsaLine (Italian stainless steel with a more precise fit), plus Flexill made from aluminum and plastic. They differ by manufacturer, design, and dimensions—see the specs of each set.
• Trunk lid spoiler — fiberglass, intended for painting to match the body color. Like any fiberglass part, it should be test-fitted first, then sanded, primed, and painted, and installed using automotive glass adhesive-sealant—more reliable than using double-sided tape only. Other spoilers are universal.
• Window deflectors HIC — polycarbonate, a set of four tape-on deflectors, available separately for sedan and wagon.
• Roof rack for a smooth roof — crossbars mount on a smooth roof; before choosing, compare your roof’s maximum width with the kit specifications.
• Fog lights — a vehicle-specific set of halogen lamps for OEM mounting locations. Match it to the bumper that is actually installed on the car: after a bumper swap, the mounting points may be different.

In the body kits section, front bumper lip add-ons, rear diffusers, and side skirt add-ons are mostly universal. They do not replicate the Lancer 9 bumper shape 1:1, so before ordering, compare the add-on length to your bumper width and test-fit the part before installation.

Interior: mats and dash trims

Mats for the Lancer 9 are available in three materials:

• EVA — Digital Designs in-house production, a 5-piece cabin set in several colors, plus separate trunk mats for sedan and wagon. EVA is not rubber; it’s a lightweight honeycomb material that does not let moisture through, while dirt and snow stay in the cells. Care is simple: shake out, rinse, brush the cells if needed, and dry; avoid sharply bending the mat.
• Rubber and polyurethane — Stingray Premium, Polytep, Carsuit, as well as Stingray 3D polyurethane. Softer and more flexible than EVA.
• Textile — Classic, Premium, and Deluxe lines for the cabin, plus textile trunk mats for SD and SW.

Many customers choose EVA or textile for the cabin, and a separate rubber or EVA trunk mat. For the dashboard, there are Meric dash trim covers in two versions: V1 in several finishes (titanium, wood, carbon, aluminum) and V2 in a wood finish. The trim matches a specific dashboard configuration, so before ordering, check yours: manual or automatic, 1-DIN or 2-DIN head unit, and the type of climate control module. The covers are applied over the factory plastic without removal. In the interior accessories section you’ll find armrests, shifter boots, organizers, and other small items.

Installation: what to pay attention to

Chrome trim, door sill plates, dash trims, and window deflectors are mounted with double-sided tape: the surface should be washed, degreased, and installed in warm conditions so the adhesive doesn’t lift. Adhesive-sealant for the spoiler is not always included—check the product contents.

This description was prepared with the help of AI based on an analysis of over 1 million phone conversations between DD Tuning managers and customers, plus the company knowledge base. We collected the questions customers ask most often and practical, field-tested answers.