2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has 2 model options: Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L and Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L.

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Compact Cars car class.

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Compact Cars car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is 19 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L181622
Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L191722

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is $4,000.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $8,500 more on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L$4,100spend $9,000 more
Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L$3,900spend $8,000 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will consume in one year is 17 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L17
Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L16

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Emit?

The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will emit an average of about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution model options.

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.0 L:

City MPG16
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG18
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $9,000
Fuel Cost$4,100
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum17
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassCompact Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?Yes

Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Automatic (S6) 4-cyl, 2.0 L:

City MPG17
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG19
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $8,000
Fuel Cost$3,900
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum16
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Vehicle ClassCompact Cars
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?Yes

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