2002 Mitsubishi Lancer fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 26 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 30 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 23 to 26 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 24 and 30 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,600 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
| Lancer Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Lancer Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG | $2,900 |
| Lancer Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG | $2,900 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,600 per year in fuel, versus $2,900 for the least efficient.