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2016 Mitsubishi Lancer AWD SEL 4dr Sedan

The 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer AWD SEL 4dr Sedan is a 168-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 sedan with a cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $21,995 MSRP and is rated at 26 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 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$21,995 ($29,785 *)
MSRP with Destination$22,890 ($30,997 *)
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine Type2.4L DOHC 16-valve I4 (MIVEC)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower168 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque167 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder w/ VVT
Bore and Stroke87.9 x 97.0 mm (3.46 x 3.82 in)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeFuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
TransmissionCVT
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Dimensions & Weight
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft³
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (12.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR FWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Mitsubishi LANCER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 29, 2017 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Consequence: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

NHTSA campaign 17V609000

Jul 28, 2016 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

Consequence: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

NHTSA campaign 16V563000

30 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Mitsubishi LANCER

Owner Complaints

30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Mitsubishi LANCER (1 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train21
Electrical System4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Engine3
Unknown Or Other3
Structure2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 6, 2026 · Power Train, Fuel/Propulsion System
“I bought this vehicle and few weeks later I noticed at a red light. When it turned green i hit the gas. My car took a few seconds, reved and then shot out into the lane. Since then it has had issues…”
Jul 20, 2025 · Power Train
“It’s throwing a P084A code and it feels like the transmission is about to let loose. I bought the car with 30,000 on it in 2016 and it has a hair over 136,000 and ever since I’ve had it it’s always…”
May 3, 2025 · Power Train
“Recently the transmission has started to shudder when first driving from a stop. It only happens under low acceleration. If you push the accelerator pedel firmly it will not shudder. Wondering if this…”
Feb 21, 2025 · Power Train
“The car is bucking hi low hi low and then the service transmission light is coming on. We brought the car in a couple of weeks ago and I thought this was suppose to he fixed. It is alot worse now”
Oct 7, 2024 · Power Train
“Loss of power on acceleration, rpms going up and down, hesitation in acceleration, going into limp mode won't accelerate over 25-40mph pulled code P084A shop believes it needs a complete replacement…”

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 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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