Trim Report

Mitsubishi Lancer SEL2012

Includes:LANCERMITS|SEL
$6,000
Starting From
4
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 active dealer listings as of

Min $6,000
Max $14,195
From $6,000
Fresh

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,990
$3K–$8K
5 listings115,000 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

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Mitsubishi Lancer SEL

Location data for all 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer trims combined

26States

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

Mitsubishi Lancer Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer trims

Low Concern

With 0 recalls and 19 complaints, the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
19
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 19 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine4
02Power Train2
03Visibility/wiper2
04Steering,power Train,wheels1
05Structure1
19 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mitsubishi Lancer Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer trims

19–28mpg combined
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17-25city
·
22-33hwy
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$1,550-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer ranges from 19 to 28 MPG combined across 10 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Lancer - Automatic (AV-S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Sportback - Automatic (AV-S6)
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$1,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Automatic (AV-S6)
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Sportback - Automatic (AV-S6)
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer - Automatic (AM6)
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Evolution - Automatic (AM6)
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city22 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Lancer Evolution - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Mitsubishi Lancer trims?

Every Mitsubishi Lancer trim targets a different buyer. The 2012 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Mitsubishi Lancer ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Lancer SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Mitsubishi Lancer SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Mitsubishi Lancer overview compares all years side by side.

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