2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution SE
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The 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution SE is a 286-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and all-wheel drive. It starts at $33,249 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 286 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 289 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Lancer Evolution measures 176.8 inches long on a 103.3-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,249 ($53,601 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4G63, turbocharged inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 286 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 289 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 85.0 x 88.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection, turbocharged and intercooled, MIVEC |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-wheel drive |
| Differential Type | ACD + mechanical LSD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 2.857 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.95 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.444 |
| 4th Gear | 1.096 |
| 5th Gear | 0.761 |
| Reverse | 2.892 |
| Final Drive | 4.529 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, Brembo |
| Rear Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, Brembo |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 8 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8 in. |
| Tires Front | 235/45 R17 |
| Tires Rear | 235/45 R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in |
| Front Track | 59.65 in |
| Rear Track | 59.65 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 4-DR).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi LANCER EVOLUTION. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 23, 2016 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.
NHTSA campaign 16V458000
May 23, 2016 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured June 29, 2005, to June 19, 2007, equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-002.
NHTSA campaign 16V334000
34 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi LANCER EVOLUTION
Owner Complaints
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Mitsubishi LANCER EVOLUTION. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.