Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback model year from 2004 to 2014 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Lancer Sportback has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2014 (up to 27 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 25–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 25–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 25–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 20–23 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 22 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2014 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2013 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2012 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2011 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2010 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2009 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2006 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2005 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback: engines & MPG
The 2004 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Lancer Sportback range from 22 to 27 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2014 model year.
What engines does the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have?
The 2014 Lancer Sportback was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl engines — see the 2014 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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