Model year guide

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

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

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback at a glance

Owner complaints3
Combined25–27 mpg
Typical price$9,679

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

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 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.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback MPG & running costs

Combined25–27 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

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 Sportback worth?

Low
$5,600
Typical price
$9,679
High
$12,500

From 5 comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

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

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Fuel only$13,000
Per mile$0.17

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.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback trims & engines on record

Trims
ES · GT
Engines
2.0L · 2.4L

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback vehicles on record

Other Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback model years

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback get?

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback worth?

Comparable 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback listings run roughly $5,600–$12,500, typically around $9,679 (from 5 vehicles).

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