2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

$2,998
from
2
listings
$3K–$3K
price range
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Low$2,998
High$2,998
From$2,998
Avg Mileage100,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 2 active dealer listings as of

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,998
$3K–$3K
2 listings100,000 avg miles
ES
From$775
58 listings|$775–$17K
GT
From$10,888
6 listings|$11K–$18K
GTS
From$2,800
6 listings|$3K–$7K
LE
From$6,995
5 listings|$7K–$14K
Ralliart
From$8,600
5 listings|$9K–$18K
SE
From$4,995
9 listings|$5K–$12K
SEL
From$6,000
4 listings|$6K–$14K

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Pricing

Price Trend

1 data point
$2,995
as of Mar 26

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Mitsubishi Lancer Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 2 recalls and 24 complaints, the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
24
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
17V5690002017-14-09
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles and 2004 Lancer Sportback vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

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18V2200002018-05-04
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles that previously received a like-for-like passenger side frontal air bag inflator under recall 15V321 as interim remedy. Also recalled are 2004-2006 Lancer vehicles located in Guam or Saipan that previously received or never received a new inflator under 15V321 or 17V569. These passenger side frontal air bag inflators may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to explode in the event of an air bag deployment.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 24 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags9
02Electrical System2
03Vehicle Speed Control2
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
05Steering1
24 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mitsubishi Lancer Fuel Economy

19–26mpg combined
·
17-24city
·
23-31hwy
·
$1,700-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer ranges from 19 to 26 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Lancer - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Sportback - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Evolution - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Evolution - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

26States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 25 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

Buying a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer a good car to buy?

The 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer?

You'll get between 19 and 26 MPG combined from the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Out of 24 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2005 compare to other Mitsubishi Lancer years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Mitsubishi Lancer model years. Visit the Mitsubishi Lancer buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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