Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X Thread

[Just_me]

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No engine specs available yet and no interior shots relesed yet, only the exterior is officiall!

[Just_me]

Mitsubishi has revealed images of the final production version of the all-new Lancer Evolution X high performance sedan. Looking almost identical to the Concept X and Prototype X vehicles rolled out at 2005’s Tokyo and 2007’s Detroit Auto Shows, the new Evo is set to turn the performance market on its head with its aggressive styling and giant-killing potential.

The new model features Mitsubishi’s S-AWC traction and handling system. The latest generation AWD system integrates improved torque distribution and braking management, which allows for more responsive handling and a greater degree of control and stability.

Other features include a new lightweight version of the venerable 2.0L turbo mill with MIVEC3 valve control plus an aluminum cylinder block. Drive is sent to all four wheels via a new six-speed automated manual transmission that offers faster gear changes and improved fuel-economy over the previous generation’s conventional manual box.

For the first time in the model’s history, Mitsubishi will be releasing the car outside of Japan initially with the launch scheduled for the first quarter of next year in North America. The new Evo can’t come soon enough. Two of our writers are already sold and we’re sure there are a lot of similar stories all around the world.

[Merc1]

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[ateekt]

Legend is here finally, can't wait for specs & a road test with "WRX" ...!

[Giannis]

Simply AWESOME!
I am impressed!

[monster]

I really hate those rear lights, but the rest of the car is good, if only the wheelarch is fatter, then it will be awsome

[Just_me]

A brochure for the Japan-spec Mitsubishi Evolution X has leaked online revealing the final styling of the new car’s exterior and cabin as well as its power and torque figures. Though the text is in Japanese there are a few important clues that we can gather from the images. Expected to make its debut at October’s Tokyo Motor Show, the final production version of the Evo X will differ slightly from previous concepts as this brochure reveals.

The car sports similar side-mirrors to the basic Lancer and new side-vents behind the front wheel arches. The new Evo also drops the concept’s LED detailed headlights and front-bumper integrated foglights. Inside, we can see the new gear-lever and paddle-shifters for the dual-clutch gearbox.

The official power figure reads a metric 280ps at 6,500rpm, which is equivalent to 276hp (206kW). However, we suspect the final production version may actually develop more power than this official rating suggests. Max torque stands at 422Nm (311ft-lb), coming in at 3,500rpm.

[ree]

The interior looks a lot better and great build compared to the old Evo...!!

[martinbo]

That's a good looking car, though somewhat watered down version of the concept cars we've seen over the last year and a bit. (Not unexpected, mind you...)

422 Nm is massive and I have a sneaking suspicion that this EVO will, once and for all, out perform the STI on both road and track. Subaru fans are a tad on the worried side...

[Giannis]

It's really very impressive! Very angry exterior and a quite nice (for Mitsubishi standards) interior.. What more to ask for?

Originally Posted by martinbo

Subaru fans are a tad on the worried side...

I think that Subaru fans really have a problem now, as Subaru desided to drop the sedan Impreza. Only hatchback. I also read in a greek magazine that we won't see any more WRX versions in Europe and Asia... At least they will keep the boxer engines... I guess they are too holy to change them