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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

2003–2015 · 22 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
19
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The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2015. Over this period, the Lancer Evolution has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2009
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2009
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2008
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2008
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2006
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2006
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2005
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650172419MPG
2005
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2004
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650162319MPG
2003
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,650162319MPG

Historical Efficiency

2015
19
2014
19
2013
19
2012
19
2011
19
2010
19
2009
19
2008
19
2006
19
2005
19
2004
19
2003
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Lancer Evolution) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Lancer/Lancer Sportback/ Lancer Evolution grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
884
Total Deaths
576

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.9%
Fire Occurrence
3.2%
Speeding Involved
18.6%
DUI Involved
19.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
15%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2022
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2021
Fatal Crashes82
Fatalities
70
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2020
Fatal Crashes94
Fatalities
78
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2019
Fatal Crashes84
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2018
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2017
Fatal Crashes104
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2016
Fatal Crashes92
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes108
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2014
Fatal Crashes110
Fatalities
70
Deaths/Crash
0.64
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Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2015
1
2014
2
2009
3
2008
7
2006
1
2005
1
2004
2
2003
7
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