2010 Mitsubishi

Lancer Evolution

Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain: All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission: Manual 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain: GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 291
Axle ratio: 4.69
Cyl: 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City: 16 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb: 18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr: $4,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score: 5/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol: 93 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol: 7 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 5
Owner complaints: 79
Reported injuries: 4

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

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

83 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

Mar 19, 2024POWER TRAINTSB-24-27-001
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the replacement procedure for the Differential Mount Bracket Bush of the Rear Axle Differential Carrier Assembly in the applicable Service Manual sections.
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.
Apr 7, 2022UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB-22-54-003
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
Nov 26, 2019EQUIPMENTTT253
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Jul 30, 2019EQUIPMENTTSB-19-00-008
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
and 75 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.