Used 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2013 Lancer, so we've included reviews for other years of the Lancer since its last redesign.
Pros and Cons
jacks74, 03/17/2013
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
This was my first brand new car. A couple months into purchasing it, I had an issue starting it. I took it in and they said that it was a computer glitch with my line of car and that they couldn't fix and to press on the gas to start it when it happens. Currently battling the dealership with that but looking at others comments, it seems it'll likely always do this. Other than that I love it. I would be more satisfied if the dealership could fix the starting issue. I wish I would have purchased it used because the used price of the car would definitely be worth it.
It is average, just having issues
Timothy Mellender, 08/16/2016
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2013 Lancer a year and a half ago and about 6 months in I start having issues with my car saying it is overheating and kicking into safety mode, where it slows my car down until it comes to a complete stop and then it cools down, yet my temperature gauge sits halfway like normal every time, and I've taken my car to4 different mechanics over the past year and they all say nothing is wrong with my car. Even a Mitsubishi dealership mechanic said the same thing, yet my car still continues to have this issue. I would give this car a 4+ star rating but unfortunately I cannot because there is something wrong with my car yet nobody seems to know what it is.
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2013 Lancer SE AWC
955imarko, 03/07/2014
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer SE 4dr Sedan AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
Bought a new 2013 in June, and have done 15000 trouble free kilometers in the coldest Canadian winter for 50 years! Car is used mainly for longer trips, including trip to Kelowna BC from Manitoba over Christmas. AWC system is excellent, sure footed, and goes through snow when you would not think possible ( winter tyres fitted) I love the flappy paddles to help select the right "gear" for the situation, or for that extra burst of acceleration. Heated seats are fantastic and very comfortable for a 12 hour drive, with plenty of support. The heater system is bionic !! The car looks fresh despite how long the body style has been around, and that big spoiler makes parking easy.
The Lancer is an excellent car
lynx2, 04/21/2012
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 21 people found this review helpful
The editor's review does not do the Lancer justice - it is an excellent car for the money, in almost all respects. I am particularly perplexed by their commend regarding the engine/CVT transmission combination, which in reality is smooth, quiet and powerful considering the excellent gas mileage (over 33 on the highway). You can buy cars with better mpg, but it will come at the expense of power. I have not problem going up steep hills at speed, with very little noise coming from the engine/transmission.
I miss this car
Peter, 07/16/2017
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used the day before Halloween 2015, and had it until it was totaled on June 3, '17. I loved it, and I miss it very much. Gas mileage was better than advertised, rarely got worse than 30 mpg in combined driving and regularly got 36-37 on the highway. I'm 5'11" and there was plenty of leg room. Good stereo, though nothing special. Didn't have to perform any maintenance on it other than oil changes, which are only needed every 7500 miles. No problems whatsoever. I got hit by someone probably going 40 and I was not hurt, other than my pride. (accident was my fault.) I highly recommend the Lancer to anyone looking for a good, reliable car with great gas mileage. I'm seriously considering buying another Lancer myself.
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