2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS 4dr Hatchback 5M
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- Photo: Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec Invite (VIII) – Frontansicht, 23. September 2012, Hilden by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (CJ MY12) ES Sportback hatchback (2018-11-26) 01 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (CJ MY12) ES Sportback hatchback (2018-11-26) 02 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec Invite (VIII) – Heckansicht, 23. September 2012, Hilden by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Cockpit Interieur Modelljahr 2013 by Kickaffe (Mario von Berg), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS 4dr Hatchback 5M is a 168-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $19,895 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 168 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 167 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $19,895 ($28,750 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L DOHC 16-valve I4 (MIVEC) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 167 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder w/ VVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.9 x 97.0 mm (3.46 x 3.82 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft³ |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 5 HB FWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Mitsubishi LANCER SPORTBACK. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 26, 2018 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Consequence: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
NHTSA campaign 18V069000
Apr 20, 2015 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.
Consequence: Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.
NHTSA campaign 15V233000
Sep 12, 2014 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
Consequence: If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
NHTSA campaign 14V562000
49 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Mitsubishi LANCER
Owner Complaints
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Mitsubishi LANCER (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 16 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
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 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.