Mitsubishi Colt - Wikipedia The Mitsubishi Colt is a nameplate from Mitsubishi Motors that has been applied to a number of automobiles since 1962. It was first introduced with a series of kei and subcompact cars in the 1960s, and then for the export version of the subcompact Mirage between 1978 and 2002. Chrysler, Mitsubishi's longtime partner, also used the name when applying its long-running Mitsubishi Lancer cars for sale in South Africa - AutoTrader More about Mitsubishi Lancer The first appearance of the Lancer was seen back in 1973 in the guise of the Lancer 1600 GSR. It was driven by a powerful 1.6-litre with a lightweight body and partook in rally events whereby it raced against the likes