2009 Mitsubishi Lancer fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 30 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 20 to 25 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 22 and 30 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,700 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 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Lancer Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
| Lancer Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG | $2,900 |
| Lancer Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 MPG | $2,900 |
| Lancer Automatic (S6) | 4-cyl 2.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4,100 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,700 per year in fuel, versus $4,100 for the least efficient.