2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (18–26 MPG combined) across 7 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars, Small Station Wagons
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.0 L; 4-cyl, 2.4 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 18–26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,600–$4,550
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$10,750 to −$1,000 more than average
- Configurations
- 7
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16–17 | 22–23 | 18–19 | $4,350–$4,550 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 22–23 | 29–31 | 25–26 | $2,600–$2,700 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.4 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26–27 | 22–23 | $2,900–$3,050 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 | −$1,500 | — | — |
| Lancer | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 | −$3,250 | — | — |
| Lancer | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 | −$1,000 | — | — |
| Lancer | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 | −$2,500 | — | — |
| Lancer Evolution | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 | −$9,750 | — | — |
| Lancer Evolution | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 | −$10,750 | — | — |
| Lancer Sportback | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.4 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 | −$3,250 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer?
According to EPA data, the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is rated at 18–26 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,600 to $4,550.
How much will the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$10,750 to −$1,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).