Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 5 complaints for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 5 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other,service brakes problems are the most common for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other,service Brakes1

02Unknown Or Other1

03Power Train,engine1

04Air Bags,electronic Stability Control (esc),engine1

05Power Train1

5 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mitsubishi Lancer Fuel Economy

19–28mpg combined

17-25city

22-33hwy

$1,550-$3,050/yr

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer delivers 19 to 28 MPG combined across 10 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Lancer - Automatic (AV-S6)

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr8/10 Clean

Lancer - Manual 5-spd

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean

Lancer Sportback - Automatic (AV-S6)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city32 hwy~$1,600/yr7/10 Clean

Lancer - Automatic (AV-S6)

26mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean

Lancer - Manual 5-spd

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr7/10 Clean

Lancer AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

22 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Lancer Sportback - Automatic (AV-S6)

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Lancer - Automatic (AM6)

20mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr5/10 Average

Lancer Evolution - Automatic (AM6)

19mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city22 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Lancer Evolution - Manual 5-spd

19mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer

26States

29%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 26 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

912%

OHOhio

79%

NYNew York

68%

COColorado

68%

FLFlorida

68%

PAPennsylvania

56%

NJNew Jersey

45%

MOMissouri

45%

MNMinnesota

34%

ILIllinois

34%

GAGeorgia

34%

DEDelaware

23%

AZArizona

23%

NVNevada

23%

OKOklahoma

23%

OROregon

23%

CACalifornia

23%

UT1

IN1

VA1

NC1

NE1

RI1

NH1

WA1

DC1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer a good car to buy?

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is unknown or other,service brakes, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Depending on configuration, the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer delivers 19–28 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES is the number-one complaint area for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer, based on 5 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.