2010 Mitsubishi

Lancer Evolution

Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic (AM6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 291
Axle ratio: 4.06
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $4,050EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 5/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG: 22 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 3 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol: 93 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol: 7 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 5
Owner complaints: 79
Reported injuries: 4

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

POWER TRAIN22%
ENGINE13%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING10%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)9%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%
SERVICE BRAKES6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 109 total.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: best and worst years

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Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice.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.