Model year guide

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints4
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$27,955

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

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls 1

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.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 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.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
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.

2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?

Low
$25,400
Typical price
$27,955
High
$31,100

From 32 comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,200
Total$29,950
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 ($27,955) with the same model 5 model-years older ($19,772), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution trims & engines on record

Trims
GSR · MR
Engines
2.0L

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles on record

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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, suspension, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution get?

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution worth?

Comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution listings run roughly $25,400–$31,100, typically around $27,955 (from 32 vehicles).

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