Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -25 City / 22 -34 HWY
Horsepower
148 -291
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Ariana C
Small but unexpectedly spacious and comfortable.
Ever since I bought my Mitsubishi lancer I have had no mechanical problems with it. I take it to get the necessary mechanical checkups but honestly haven't had any problems with it. The performance of the car I would say is at a high level. The interior is very comfortable and trunk is very spacious. Although the car may seem small you will be surprised how much room and comfort it provides. I just love everything about it. I connect my phone via Bluetooth and just put my music full blast. There is really nothing I would change about my car and have no intentions of getting rid of it.
accountCircle Owen W
Very reliable transportation. It never has a problem starting.
Very dependable. I never worry about. It starting. The looks are appealing. I don't like the material on the seats. Moderately gas efficient.
accountCircle Jacob L
Fantastic Japanese made dream car.
Very reliable car. Holds about 400 miles worth of gas per tank fill up. Performance has not tapered over the 7 years I have had the car. Very comfortable seating. Holds 5 people and a lot of cargo room. Very durable car and engine. Overall for the 7 years I have had the car I would highly recommend because it is a fairly cheap and reliable vehicle.
accountCircle Dustin M
I like how the seats hug your body.
Super reliable vehicle with a smooth handle and comfortable seating. The air conditioning is cold and it feels like you are slipping around in a tiny spaceship when you hit curves in the road. Ample space in the backseat as well as in the trunk. Plenty of space to fit a subwoofer. Beautiful experience.
accountCircle Brenda G
Fun to drive, even as a mom feels like I'm a racecar driver. Kids love it.
Very reliable, fun to drive. I have almost 100,00 miles and no major issues yet. Works well to transport children. Not the greatest but also not the worst on gas mileage. Inside is very spacious and comfortable. Trunk space it's small but you have enough room to fit a stroller and a few grocery bags.
accountCircle Rosanna C
GREAT for teenagers to use and learn on!
Very reliable car. Roomy and very good on gas. The car has a hands free calling feature and Bluetooth that allows you to play music from your phone easily.
accountCircle Sarah J
Don't buy stock, if you must always modify.
Comfortable, fast, smooth drive. The specific detail is a reliant. I love that the parts are interchangeable with the Evo since our household owns both Evo and reliant.
accountCircle Amber M
Long mileage and Reliable Lancer
I love my car. It is fast and very reliable. I have had my car for 5 years and love it! It just has the bare minimum stuff, but it has taken me on a lot of trips and safely back and forth to work 60 miles a day!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Joanna M
I love the color it looks real cute also runs great even after 7 years of use.
The car runs fine its just the air conditioning stopped working almost right after the year guarantee did, also to low to the ground when hit bumps it hits bottom of car, seats sit really low.. I am a short person this does not help me see as clearly through front and back window which could cause me to get in an accident.
accountCircle Jamal P
Do not recommend buying this vehicle.
Very economic car but not very comfortable, ride quality can be better, manufacture parts are extremely expensive and difficult to replace, and build quality is not the best for the money spent on the vehicle, car is only good for being a point a to point b car.
accountCircle Megan K
The engine has a lot of giddy-up and go, as my mother says. She loves driving it because it's well-suited for crazy Atlanta traffic.
It is too small for our family's needs (two wheelchair users) but it has a good engine and is fairly reliable. It's just very ill suited for disabled people, but it's what we could afford.
accountCircle Meagan J
That it's safe. Very good on gas.
It sits too low to the ground, has no rearview camera. It is not technologically up to date. It runs okay.
accountCircle Abigail T
I like my Mitsubishi since its reliable and gas friendly.
I have had a couple of problems with the spark plugs. It does okay with gas. Personally I think you can save more gas with other cars, but overall haven't had a lot of issues if I do my maintenance on time. I have had problem with the driver belt and also with the battery frequently. It is very comfortable. I do not think it has many unique features but I like the eco button and helps me on the mileage. It has been very reliable maybe only had a problem two times.
accountCircle Rhonda P
Mitsubishi Evo. . . Fast but basic.
Cheaply made interior. Bad gas mileage. However does keep value. Basic interior. . . No Bluetooth, audio port, etc.
accountCircle April C
How much gas per mile the car takes.
I like the size of the car. I like having four doors. I dislike that the radio lights do broke. Other than the lights not working, I have no other dislikes or complaints.
accountCircle Ellen W
It runs good and gets good gas mileage.
It to small for a family of five. It stays on low tire pressure. Pretty good on gas.

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
148 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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ES Sport
148 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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ES
148 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
168 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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GT Sport
168 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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GT
168 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Ralliart
237 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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GSR
291 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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MR
291 HP 19 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Owner Reviews

4.02
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5 stars 38%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 22%
2 stars 5%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Betty J on June 25, 2021
Fun car and good on gas when traveling.
My car is great on gas and has not had any issues with it. Very quiet car that you don't even hear when you crank it. Very easy to work on and the seating is very comfortable to sit on It has a very good sized trunk to carry stuff when traveling. Fun car to drive.
accountCircle Tasha S on June 15, 2021
It is a beast! Love it! Wouldn't trade it for anything.
Great on gas mileage and handles well. I have not had really any problems with my car. I am the owner of this car and even if I get another vehicle I will keep this one. My children have drove my car and all 3 have enjoyed it. With being able to put the seats down I have even been able to haul wood, building materials, etc. Do not let the size fool you it is definitely a work horse.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Amanda U.

I like the interior, it is small and fast. Ok plenty of room. Large trunk. The color is good and gas mileage is great. 3 Seats in the rear large enough for my large car seat. I am short and can easily reach the pedals.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Amanda U.

Not many cons. The speaker system is poor the radio has to be on 25 before you can even hear it. My hands free does not always link as its supposed to. For tall people there is not much room. My husband is very crammed almost to the ceiling.

Ranks #30 Small Cars by Owners

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer has an average owner rating of 4.10 out of 5 which ranks it #30 of 39 other Small Cars.

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4.74
2
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4.68
30
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4.02

Ranks #11 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer has a combined MPG of 39 which ranks it #11 of 38 other Small Cars.

1
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122 MPG
2
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48 MPG
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Tie
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34 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer transmission fluid type?

Answer: The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer's 2.4 liter 4Cylinder engine is equipped with a CVT transmission that useS7.5 quarts of CVT fluid. A transmission flush and filter change is needed every 30,000-50,000 miles. Problems...

What are some of the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer cvt transmission problems?

Answer: As the new owner of a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer, You may be concerned about any potential problems that could occur with the controlled variable transmission. This is also referred to as the CVT. There have been...

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Safety & Reliability

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety