We've been waiting for it for a long time. It's finally here.
Said to be the most sophisticated version of the Evolution series, the high-performance Lancer is motivated by a turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter engine, good for 291 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque. The previous Evo offered 286 hp and 289 lb-ft.
The car also features S-AWC, which stands for Super-All Wheel Control. The system offers a great level of control at each wheel which, according to Mitsubishi, goes well beyond the capabilities of other all-wheel drive systems.
A host of other dynamic handling technologies are on board, including Active Center Differential (ACD) all-wheel drive, Active Yaw Control (AYC) rear differential, Active Stability Control (ASC) and Sport ABS brakes.
Two versions of the Evo X will be available for the US market, which will probably also be offered in Canada. The GSR gets a 5-speed manual transmission while the MR hosts a 6-speed, twin-clutch Sportronic Shift (TC-SST) sequential transmission.
The Evolution will include a great deal of new-age gadgets. The MR model gets xenon headlights and an optional Technology Package that includes a 650-watt Rockford-Fosgate sound system with 6-CD changer, 9 speakers and DVD-Video playback, a navigation system, a 30-gigabyte hard disc drive, SIRIUS satellite radio and an intelligent key system.
The GSR model gets an optional Sight, Sound and Spoiler package that includes the Rockford-Fosgate sound system, xenon headlights and the rear wing that is standard on the MR. The standard-equipment radio is a 140-watt unit with a CD player, MP3 file playback and 6 speakers.
Compared to the Evolution IX, the Evo X is wider and rides on a slightly longer wheelbase (2,649 mm versus 2,624). For better weight distribution, the battery and windshield washer fluid tank have been relocated to the trunk, and the new car's chassis is stiffer than the old one's. Wheel size has gone up an inch, as both versions of the Evo X are shod with 245/40R18 performance tires.
The tenth version of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will go on sale in early winter.
photo:Mitsubishi
Said to be the most sophisticated version of the Evolution series, the high-performance Lancer is motivated by a turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter engine, good for 291 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque. The previous Evo offered 286 hp and 289 lb-ft.
The car also features S-AWC, which stands for Super-All Wheel Control. The system offers a great level of control at each wheel which, according to Mitsubishi, goes well beyond the capabilities of other all-wheel drive systems.
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A host of other dynamic handling technologies are on board, including Active Center Differential (ACD) all-wheel drive, Active Yaw Control (AYC) rear differential, Active Stability Control (ASC) and Sport ABS brakes.
Two versions of the Evo X will be available for the US market, which will probably also be offered in Canada. The GSR gets a 5-speed manual transmission while the MR hosts a 6-speed, twin-clutch Sportronic Shift (TC-SST) sequential transmission.
The Evolution will include a great deal of new-age gadgets. The MR model gets xenon headlights and an optional Technology Package that includes a 650-watt Rockford-Fosgate sound system with 6-CD changer, 9 speakers and DVD-Video playback, a navigation system, a 30-gigabyte hard disc drive, SIRIUS satellite radio and an intelligent key system.
The GSR model gets an optional Sight, Sound and Spoiler package that includes the Rockford-Fosgate sound system, xenon headlights and the rear wing that is standard on the MR. The standard-equipment radio is a 140-watt unit with a CD player, MP3 file playback and 6 speakers.
Compared to the Evolution IX, the Evo X is wider and rides on a slightly longer wheelbase (2,649 mm versus 2,624). For better weight distribution, the battery and windshield washer fluid tank have been relocated to the trunk, and the new car's chassis is stiffer than the old one's. Wheel size has gone up an inch, as both versions of the Evo X are shod with 245/40R18 performance tires.
The tenth version of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution will go on sale in early winter.
photo:Mitsubishi
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