Crushing cornering grip, fade-free braking and near-V8 torque levels are always on standby. Acceleration is robust, steering is super-quick, there's negligible body roll, and the fool-proof drivetrain is both forgiving and rewarding to push hard.
Track Star
On a track, the Evo is an absolute riot - and will embarrass many a high-dollar performance car any day of the week. It's a hoot in the snow, too. Heck, its fun to drive on just about anything.
An engineering focus on putting all of the Evo's talents at the driver's fingertips from the get-go is largely to thank.
Carving corners at very high speed, Evo's body undulates tightly over its stiff suspension while remaining constantly and firmly glued to the track. It's stable, very entertaining, and loves to have fun. Where instantly-accessible driving dynamics and performance for the weekend racer are concerned, Evo hits the nail square on the head.
Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or an advanced Twin Clutch Sportronic Shift Transmission, or TC-SST. The tester featured the latter option, benefitting from the best parts of both an automatic and manual. The TC-SST box nails every shift perfectly, every time, and offers up Normal, Sport and SuperSport shift settings. Ultimately, the TC-SST technology adds to the performance of the Evo, and offers a fully automatic drive mode with no clutch pedal. That might make it an easier sell to that apprehensive significant other.
Modestly-trimmed accommodations
Drivers take in the experience from a nicely styled but relatively low-budget interior with all of the goodies - including an all-encompassing navigation and infotainment system with satellite radio, Bluetooth and heated seats. There's adequate if not generous space for 4 adults on board, though the trunk is fairly small - on account of a high floor and the subwoofer.
The battery and washer fluid tank chew up trunk space, too. But that's for weight balance, which makes the Evo handle better, so it can be forgiven.
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| At all times, the car gives you an excellent grip in tight corners. (Photo: Mitsubishi) |
Track Star
On a track, the Evo is an absolute riot - and will embarrass many a high-dollar performance car any day of the week. It's a hoot in the snow, too. Heck, its fun to drive on just about anything.
An engineering focus on putting all of the Evo's talents at the driver's fingertips from the get-go is largely to thank.
Carving corners at very high speed, Evo's body undulates tightly over its stiff suspension while remaining constantly and firmly glued to the track. It's stable, very entertaining, and loves to have fun. Where instantly-accessible driving dynamics and performance for the weekend racer are concerned, Evo hits the nail square on the head.
Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or an advanced Twin Clutch Sportronic Shift Transmission, or TC-SST. The tester featured the latter option, benefitting from the best parts of both an automatic and manual. The TC-SST box nails every shift perfectly, every time, and offers up Normal, Sport and SuperSport shift settings. Ultimately, the TC-SST technology adds to the performance of the Evo, and offers a fully automatic drive mode with no clutch pedal. That might make it an easier sell to that apprehensive significant other.
Modestly-trimmed accommodations
Drivers take in the experience from a nicely styled but relatively low-budget interior with all of the goodies - including an all-encompassing navigation and infotainment system with satellite radio, Bluetooth and heated seats. There's adequate if not generous space for 4 adults on board, though the trunk is fairly small - on account of a high floor and the subwoofer.
The battery and washer fluid tank chew up trunk space, too. But that's for weight balance, which makes the Evo handle better, so it can be forgiven.
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| The trunk space is reduced because of the battery and washer fluid tank. (Photo: Justin Pritchard/Auto123.com) |