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2010 Mitsubishi

Lancer

Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Mitsubishi Lancer: best and worst years
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer

Closest available photo (2008 model year); you're viewing the 2010.

2008 photoJeremy from Sydney, AustraliaCC BY 2.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AV-S6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
180 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
104 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,097 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
93 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
10 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
6
Owner complaints
85
Reported injuries
4
Theft rate
0.7 per 1,000 produced (CY 2010 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN24%
  • ENGINE12%
  • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)9%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING9%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5%
  • SERVICE BRAKES5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 117 total.

Mitsubishi Lancer: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

106 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Nov 21, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECH TALK 289

    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

  • Jul 21, 2023POWER TRAINTSB-23-22-001

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the transaxle assembly removal and installation of the roll stopper bracket.

  • Jul 21, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALDEALER LETTER

    This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

  • Apr 24, 2023STRUCTURETSB-23-00-004

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.

  • Apr 24, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALTSB-23-00-001

    This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.

  • Mar 7, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGTSB-11-66-001REV

    This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.

  • Mar 7, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGTIN-23-66-001

    This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.

  • Jan 12, 2023ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGTSB-23-11-001

    This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision)

  • and 98 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.