2013 Mitsubishi Lancer problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer worth?

Comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer listings run roughly $7,500–$11,800, typically around $9,788 (from 257 vehicles).

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints5

Overall safety4 / 5 ★

Combined25 mpg

Typical price$9,788

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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City22 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer worth?

Low

$7,500

Typical price

$9,788

High

$11,800

From 257 comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000

Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,250

Total$18,250

Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,788) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,550), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.