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Mitsubishi Lancer Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Mitsubishi Lancer — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

CY (2007–2017)1.5 MIVEC, 1.6 MIVEC, 1.8 MIVEC, 1.8 DI-D
Evo X (2008–2016)2.0 Turbo

Mitsubishi Lancer service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 9,000 miles or 12 months.
CJ/CY, Evo X
 9,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
Air filter
Standard interval is 18,000 miles. Evo X may require more frequent changes depending on driving conditions. Clogged filter affects MIVEC valve timing operation.
CJ/CY, Evo X
 18,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £40–£70

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Spark plugs
Manufacturer interval 60,000 miles. Evo X specialists recommend 30,000 miles due to turbo stress. Use iridium plugs. Failing plugs cause rough idle and can damage catalytic converter.
CJ/CY, Evo X
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200
Brake fluid
Two year interval regardless of mileage. Critical for ABS and ESP operation. Use DOT 3 or DOT 4. Contaminated fluid causes brake fade and expensive ABS pump failure.
CJ/CY, Evo X
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£140
Coolant flush
60,000 mile or 5 year interval. Use Mitsubishi Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent OAT coolant. Old coolant corrodes aluminium components and causes water pump failure.
CJ/CY, Evo X
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £140–£200

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Mitsubishi Lancer, ranked by severity.

dangerous
SST gearbox issues (Evo X)
The SST (Sports Shift Transmission) is Mitsubishi's twin-clutch automated manual gearbox fitted to all UK Evo X models.
major
Turbo failure (Evo X)
The IHI turbocharger on the 4B11T engine is prone to bearing failure and compressor wheel damage, particularly on cars that have been modified or driven hard.
major
Transfer case wear (Evo X)
The AYC (Active Yaw Control) transfer case distributes torque between the rear wheels and is integral to the Evo's handling characteristics.
major
Suspension component failure (CJ/CY)
The CJ/CY Lancer suffers from premature failure of suspension bushes, particularly the front lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushes.

5 more known issues tracked. Check a specific car's history to see what matters for its age and mileage.

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Mitsubishi Lancer service FAQs

How often should a Mitsubishi Lancer be serviced?

A Mitsubishi Lancer should have an oil service every 9,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 9,000 miles or 12 months.

How much does a Mitsubishi Lancer service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Mitsubishi Lancer at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.