Model year guide

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 22 on record.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints45
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$22,934

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

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 3

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:belts And Associated Pulleys NHTSA Campaign #14V562000 · 12/09/2014

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if …

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-…

Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System:fan/motor NHTSA Campaign #15V233000 · 20/04/2015

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outla…

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.

Power Train:manual Transmission NHTSA Campaign #13V446000 · 19/09/2013

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail.

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. 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.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350

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.

What's a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?

Low
$20,100
Typical price
$22,934
High
$25,250

From 22 comparable 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,250
Total$30,000
Per mile$0.40

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($22,934) with the same model 5 model-years older ($14,683), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record

Trims
GSR · MR
Engines
2.0L

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record

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Other Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution model years

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2011 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

Across all 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution get?

The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?

Comparable 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution listings run roughly $20,100–$25,250, typically around $22,934 (from 22 vehicles).

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