Model year guide

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints16
Combined19 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 2

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #16V458000 · 23/06/2016

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,…

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These rep…

Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings NHTSA Campaign #05V335000 · 27/07/2005

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE TURBO CHARGER COOLANT HOSE WAS INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED, AND MAY ALLOW COOLANT LEAKAGE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBO CHARGER COOLANT HOSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 888-648-7820.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionManual 5-spd or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume95 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Fuel only$21,750
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record

Trims
VIII
Engines
2.0L

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIIIJA3AH86D05U030197 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIIIJA3AH86D75U012716

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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, steering, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution get?

The 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.