Sixth generation (1991-1995)

1993–1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (CC) Executive sedan (Australia)

1995–1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (CC) GLXi coupe (Australia)

It was only in 1991 that there was greater differentiation between the Mirage and Lancer. Although both were on the same platform, the Lancer sedan received different sheetmetal from the Mirage four-door. The Mirage variant was sold in North America under the Eagle Summit name. Minivan models, such as the Mitsubishi Space Runner and Mitsubishi Chariot, were mechanically related. In 1993, the Lancer wagon, named the Libero in Japan, was launched.
An electric version was also released named the Libero EV that ran on NiCd batteries. A V6 variant was also introduced with only 1.6 L, making it the smallest mass-produced V6. The high-performance, turbocharged GSR version formed the basis of the contemporary Lancer Evolution (or 'Lancer Evo') from September 1993, using the drivetrain of the successful Galant VR-4 rally car.
The Mirage Asti Coupé in Japan was offered as the Lancer Coupé in many export markets.
The sixth generation Lancer was rebadged as the Proton Wira as a 4-door sedan (and a locally developed 5-door hatchback) in Malaysia. The Lancer Coupé was available as the Putra. Production there began in 1993, and 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, or 1.8 L engines were available. A short-lived 2.0 L diesel model also appeared. Currently, the car has stopped production as one of the longest running Proton models in Malaysia after the Proton Saga, which is also based on a previous Lancer model. The Proton Wira was recently replaced by the Proton Persona.