There are other compromises throughout this car for its affordable race-ready performance. The ride is uncomfortable, stiff and noisy, the engine is loud doesn't sound very nice, and Evo isn't covered by Mitsubishi's legendary 160,000-km powertrain warranty.
It's also a bit hefty on fuel, though it didn't do much to take the lead out of this writer's right foot. After all, what can a gearhead do with a car that amounts to an arcade game you can drive? Just don't let your local law enforcement personnel see you trying to set the high score.
Unique performance, available for a limited time
Compromises aside, the $51,798 Evolution MR is a one of a kind driving experience that amounts to a turbocharged, boy-racer, surface-to-surface missile that's got room for a couple of buddies and is ready for a road trip or lapping session, any day of the year.
If you're interested, act soon - rumour has it Mitsubishi's giving the Lancer Evolution the axe in the near future to focus more on electric-car technology. Undoubtedly though, this machine is leaving a mark in the market when it's gone.
It's also a bit hefty on fuel, though it didn't do much to take the lead out of this writer's right foot. After all, what can a gearhead do with a car that amounts to an arcade game you can drive? Just don't let your local law enforcement personnel see you trying to set the high score.
Unique performance, available for a limited time
Compromises aside, the $51,798 Evolution MR is a one of a kind driving experience that amounts to a turbocharged, boy-racer, surface-to-surface missile that's got room for a couple of buddies and is ready for a road trip or lapping session, any day of the year.
If you're interested, act soon - rumour has it Mitsubishi's giving the Lancer Evolution the axe in the near future to focus more on electric-car technology. Undoubtedly though, this machine is leaving a mark in the market when it's gone.
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| The $51,798 Evolution MR provides a driving experience like no other. (Photo: Mitsubishi) |
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