Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
16 -23 City / 22 -30 HWY
Horsepower
152 -291
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Angelica B
Mitsubishi Lancer honest review
Very reliable, comfortable seats, and durable. Love the feel of it when you drive. It drives very smoothly. I've been having it for nearly 10 years and didn't need hardly any work on it. Can fit groceries and up to five people comfortably. Would recommend this car to anyone looking to own a small vehicle.
accountCircle Michael R
I treat my car like a child. With regular maintenance, car washes and cleanings.
My vehicle is a blue mitsubishi lancer. It's has a 4 cylinder engine, yet I wish it had at least a V6 engine. It does the necessary job of getting me to and from work. I take care of my car so I have no complaints.
accountCircle Andres J
Great to drive and cheap of gas
The vehicle is great, cheap on gas and easy to feel comfortable in it. The acceleration process is kind of slow and sometimes you can feel it lazy. Always have the tire sensor on with already check and is a manufacturer's problem that always happen with this type of car. Great on the long run. Cheap parts and easy to find them. Who doesn't love a detailed black car on the road. AC is great never had a problem with it. I rather add some features to the wheel like volume or cruise control and maybe a sunroof.
accountCircle Rachel B
My dog loves my car as well.
It has some issues with recall work that needs to be done. But overall I love the car. It rides smooth it is a stick shift which I am comfortable with. I have had to replace the whole radio system which is a bummer but I absolutely love this car. My family is pushing me to get a new car as the car is already 10 years old and I just cannot.
accountCircle Stefan G
Gas mileage is amazing, the looks are incredible
My lancer is fuel efficient and the looks are very sharp but the low profile tires make for a very bumpy ride. It looks small on the outside but very spacious on the inside. Great upgraded sound system comes stock in the gts version
accountCircle Ryan A
The multipurpose lancer, fun for you with space for the kids.
No problems with the car, it is fun and easy to drive. It has decent power and room for kids and storage for luggage.
accountCircle Sean F
If you can't afford to spend 200 dollars every 20000 miles for the trans fluid change do not buy this car.
Ralliart performs great in the snow which is why I wanted that specific vehicle, gotta make it to work. Interior is nice but a little lacking in some areas. Only major issue is transmission is expensive to maintain, but an absolute death sentence for your savings if it fails.
accountCircle Oscar P
Great looking value sports car.
Vehicle drives well, no problems only work done has been maintenance. It does drive a little slow when in normal mode but does pick up well when switched to manual shifting. Hands free calling, nice 18in wheels, good amount of space with seats down and option to add a roof rack.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle David M
Lancer review after 10 years.
My Mitsubishi lancer is extremely slow. It has a cut transmission which is reliable and last very long but contributes to how slow it is. My lancer gets great gas mileage and has not needed any major repairs in the 130,000 miles I have put on it. The handling is nice and tight and it is not a bad looking vehicle in my opinion.
accountCircle Delilah J
2010 lancer, pros & cons.
The ac doesn't blow as well anymore, also if I am driving a far distance and it is hot outside it tends to overheat. I have to pull over & let it rest for 15-20 mins. But the gas mileage is great, and it is very economical. Spacious and comfortable. Wouldn't buy again. Also it is 10 years old.
accountCircle Aaron S
Low budget great bangs for your bucks
I had my car since 2010 and the only problems I had were minor ones. The car has been very responsive and secure for me. The performance is average but good enough for the daily driver. The features are alright. Heaters for seat. Audio is very good if you love listening to music on the road.
accountCircle Elizabeth S
Great gas mileage, long lasting, bad interior.
There are not really any problems with it that I have come across. The parts are pretty expensive as they have to be imported into the states through. I do not like how difficult it is to keep leather in good condition. The seats look pretty rough since we've had it for 10 years, but I honestly cannot complain. The only issues I have had with it are normal problems every car has. It rides very well and has great gas mileage. I just prefer bigger vehicles.
accountCircle Donna W
Small, fast, comfortable, but expensive to repair.
Performance wise my car is pretty good. It is basically still more or less a good ride for the age of it I believe the speed is above 100. It is a powerful car. I have had the car for about eight years. I have not had any problems with it actually breaking down on the highway or on any long drives. It is a small car that can seat 5 people. The only real problem I would say is when I have had to have some things replaced or repaired it can be expensive. It is a foreign car. That would be my major complaint.
accountCircle Robin M
Fun to drive, but uncomfortable and a little dangerous.
It handles well and can easily switch back and forth from automatic to semi automatic, which makes it a joy to drive. Although the seating is comfortable, the ride is rough, with every bump in the road a jolt. Also, there is a significant blind spots to the front on the right due to the width and placement of the windshield frame. This has caused quite a few near misses, and no amount if driver's seat adjustment - forward/backward or up/down - has fixed the issue. Overall, I am afraid I could not recommend this car.
accountCircle Duy N
Affordable good looking car.
A few recalls. A bit weak engine. Does the job and it looks nice. Good sound system which I like. I could have gotten better model with better engine but it works. I do not see many of them on the street which I like. Comes with leather seats. Miles per gallon is not bad.
accountCircle Chandra S
Base model, good for town not good for long distances.
Base model, so there is no cruise control or adjustable steering wheel. Makes for sore drives when long distance. Poor performance in snow. It gets hardly any traction, and the brakes lock up easy. I also don't like how you can't see your mileage or any other functions on the display screen if even one thing is wrong, like low tire pressure or icy roads.

Mitsubishi Lancer Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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DE
152 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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ES
152 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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GTS
168 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Ralliart
237 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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Evolution GSR
291 HP 18 MPG 5 Seats
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Evolution SE
291 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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Evolution MR
291 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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Evolution MR Touring
291 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Owner Reviews

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5 stars 47%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 13%
2 stars 2%
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accountCircle Elizabeth S on June 21, 2021
Great gas mileage, long lasting, bad interior.
There are not really any problems with it that I have come across. The parts are pretty expensive as they have to be imported into the states through. I do not like how difficult it is to keep leather in good condition. The seats look pretty rough since we've had it for 10 years, but I honestly cannot complain. The only issues I have had with it are normal problems every car has. It rides very well and has great gas mileage. I just prefer bigger vehicles.
accountCircle Chandra S on June 10, 2021
Base model, good for town not good for long distances.
Base model, so there is no cruise control or adjustable steering wheel. Makes for sore drives when long distance. Poor performance in snow. It gets hardly any traction, and the brakes lock up easy. I also don't like how you can't see your mileage or any other functions on the display screen if even one thing is wrong, like low tire pressure or icy roads.

Ranks #6 Small Cars by Owners

The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has an average owner rating of 4.29 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 29 other Small Cars.

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4.51
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4.48
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4.29

Ranks #8 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has a combined MPG of 36 which ranks it #8 of 29 other Small Cars.

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42 MPG
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42 MPG
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30 MPG

Is The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer A Good Car?

Yes, it is easily drivable and has all the needed features. However, the car is made of plastic and cheap parts
Susan A.
Yes this vehicle is reliable and informative on safe driving when the temperatures are low and remind you to watch out for ice. The seats are also very comfortable for long drives.
Jennifer P.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Yes this is one of the most reliable cars. It was crashed and it no longer running however due to insurance claims
Martin D.
If you keep up with regular maintenance the problems are minimal. One problem could be when you are speeding for too long and it slows down your car on the highway.
Lisa M.

Is The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer A Good Value?

$8000; it is a great value considering how long it can last and the features inside. The parts are a little expensive to replace given the total cost of the car.
Lyndsey M.
It’s a good value at about $5,000.00. Considering when I bought the car on it’s kept a great value through the years.
Megan H.

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Safety & Reliability

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