2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD gets an EPA-estimated 23/30 MPG (city/highway) and 26 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,350/year fuel cost and 343 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2.4 L 4-cyl.
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD with the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway, for a combined 26 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2.4 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S6) |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Compact Cars |
| MPG — city | 23 |
| MPG — highway | 30 |
| MPG — combined | 26 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,350 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 343 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 6/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 26 MPG, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Compact Cars, 25 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,350 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD. Over five years that is roughly $11,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4WD emits approximately 343 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 6 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.