Speaking of noise: holy groany exhaust Batman. This is something I've noticed in a lot of modern sporty cars as of late. Manufacturers go to great lengths to create an ambient exhaust note (or so it would seem), one that's unique and resonates with drivers and passersby alike. However, what they've failed to do in all their engineering glory is create exhaust notes with undulation. What does that mean? In short: one that doesn't sound the same for every single throttle press and every single gear shift no matter what your speed.
Handling in the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO is impressive. It felt planted and happy, even on uneven roads. Part of that rigidity can be equated to the heavy-duty reinforcements that Mits deemed necessary between the rear shock towers. . Yup, that's right: in the trunk. That means no pass-through from the back seats and a trunk that's essentially cut in half at just 195L.
Simple and to the point – inside
Speaking of the inside, the Mitsubishi is blissfully simplistic. Something I love about my WRX is the fact that there's no BS clouding my experience behind the wheel. I love a gadget as much as the next auto journo, but when it comes to piloting a car like the EVO or STI, I want nothing more than to be one with the car, sans electronic gadgetry getting in the way. With an uber simple radio and climate control set-up and limited distractions on the steering wheel-mounted controls as well, the Lancer EVO is a clean driving machine: just what I like.
On the subject of the steering wheel; Mitsubishi might want to consider integrating a more race-inspired version. It felt big and poofy, kind of cumbersome for more evasive manoeuvres – and a flat bottom design wouldn't hurt either, just sayin'.
Sitting in Recaro racing seats (that are quite snug, but fantastic for the kind of spirited driving you'll inevitably do), its hard not to feel like you want to mash the throttle every time you turn the key in the Mits Lancer EVO’s ignition.
When I brought the silver Mitsubishi home and parked it next to my black Subaru and took a moment to stare them both down, I tried not to be biased (I promise you that). There's nothing subtle about the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO GSR. Nothing at all. Granted, our GSR was decked out in the MR wheels and wing, adding to the flamboyancy of it all. There's something slightly understated about older Subarus that catches my eye more than Mitsubishis.
Handling in the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO is impressive. It felt planted and happy, even on uneven roads. Part of that rigidity can be equated to the heavy-duty reinforcements that Mits deemed necessary between the rear shock towers. . Yup, that's right: in the trunk. That means no pass-through from the back seats and a trunk that's essentially cut in half at just 195L.
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| Inside, the Mitsubishi is blissfully simplistic. (Photo: Sébastien D'Amour/Auto123.com) |
Simple and to the point – inside
Speaking of the inside, the Mitsubishi is blissfully simplistic. Something I love about my WRX is the fact that there's no BS clouding my experience behind the wheel. I love a gadget as much as the next auto journo, but when it comes to piloting a car like the EVO or STI, I want nothing more than to be one with the car, sans electronic gadgetry getting in the way. With an uber simple radio and climate control set-up and limited distractions on the steering wheel-mounted controls as well, the Lancer EVO is a clean driving machine: just what I like.
On the subject of the steering wheel; Mitsubishi might want to consider integrating a more race-inspired version. It felt big and poofy, kind of cumbersome for more evasive manoeuvres – and a flat bottom design wouldn't hurt either, just sayin'.
Sitting in Recaro racing seats (that are quite snug, but fantastic for the kind of spirited driving you'll inevitably do), its hard not to feel like you want to mash the throttle every time you turn the key in the Mits Lancer EVO’s ignition.
When I brought the silver Mitsubishi home and parked it next to my black Subaru and took a moment to stare them both down, I tried not to be biased (I promise you that). There's nothing subtle about the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO GSR. Nothing at all. Granted, our GSR was decked out in the MR wheels and wing, adding to the flamboyancy of it all. There's something slightly understated about older Subarus that catches my eye more than Mitsubishis.
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| Our GSR was decked out in the MR wheels and wing, adding to the flamboyancy of it all. (Photo: Sébastien D'Amour/Auto123.com) |