These are standard specifications for the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
CVT
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Price : | MSRP: $18,395 |
| Weight : | 3021 lbs | 1370.303 kg |
| MPG City : | 24 |
| MPG Highway : | 32 |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 145 Ft-Lbs (197 NM) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Redline : | 6500 RPM |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2360 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 168 HP (123.648 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 167 Ft-Lbs (226 NM) @ 4100 RPM |
| Bore : | 88.0 mm | 3.465 in. |
| Stroke : | 97.0 mm | 3.819 in. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Multi Point Fuel Injection | |
| Redline : | 6500 RPM |
CVT
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20090617 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V069000 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2012 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $263,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.55 |
| Total Car Production : | 10,335,765 |
2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has a wheelbase size of 103.70 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has a length of 180.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has a width of 69.40 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have?A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has 39.60 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have?A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback has legroom of 42.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback was a Sportback.Q: What engines did the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 145 Ft-Lbs (197 NM) @ 4200 RPM Inline 4 (2360 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 168 HP (123.648 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 167 Ft-Lbs (226 NM) @ 4100 RPM Q: What transmission did the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have? A: The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback had a CVT gearbox.