It out jumps conclusions.
Until you drive Lancer Evolution , we recommend you discard any preconceived notions you
might have about it. Lancer Evolution isn’t just a sportier version of Lancer. It’s an entirely
re-engineered high-performance vehicle. One turn behind the wheel will leave
you in slack-jawed amazement. And the competition in the dust.
LANCER EVOLUTION GSR/MR
Lancer Evolution in 5 Under $50,000 That Go from 0-60 mph in Less Than 5 Seconds
by Warren Clarke (edmunds InsideLine 1/8/2012 online)
"The Lancer Evo is just a humble Mitsu Lancer that's been given the best kinds of upgrades. It's dressed up with a kickass all-wheel drive system, chassis reinforcements, supersized brakes, a sport-tuned suspension system, a bevy of aerodynamic enhancements, and -- most importantly -- a real bruiser of an engine: a turbocharged four-cylinder that pumps out 291 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque." "It all comes together to create a machine capable of generating some incredible performance numbers; an Evo GSR that we tested leaped from 0-60 mph in a stunning 4.9 seconds." Go to article
Balance is Power
Much of Lancer Evolution’s amazing handling
can be attributed to weight placement. In
addition to locating the battery in the rear,
forming the front fenders, hood and roof*
from lightweight aluminum lowers the center
of gravity, improves weight distribution and
reduces polar inertia.
Super All-Wheel Control
This advanced system is actually a series
of technologies working in harmony. Active
Yaw Control (AYC) distributes engine torque
between the left and right rear wheels,
while the Active Center Differential (ACD)
distributes engine torque between the front
and rear axles. Active Stability Control (ASC)
helps keep the vehicle on the intended
path when cornering, and Sport ABS with
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
improves control during hard braking.
2.0 Liter Turbocharged MIVEC Engine
Lancer Evolution’s engine is truly a marvel
of technology. With an all-aluminum block,
it sports dual overhead cams, 16 valves and
the efficiency of MIVEC. But what really sets
it apart is an advanced intercooled twinscroll
turbocharger. The two scrolls allow
for efficient exhaust flow from the cylinders,
helping to create quick, reliable boost through
the full range of operation. To help handle the
turbo boost, the engine’s been strengthened
with a semiclosed deck and four-bolt main
bearing caps. With 291-horsepower @ 6,500
rpm and 300 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,000 rpm,
Lancer Evolution is definitely built for speed.
RECARO® Seats4
Lancer Evolution’s remarkable seats aren’t just
for looks. Sturdy bolsters give the driver and
passenger lateral support in even the fastest
corners, while textured sport fabric or fine
leather upholstery holds them firmly in highperformance
comfort.
Jim Russell Racing
When we say the Lancer Evolution is a model
of high performance, we aren’t just spinning
our wheels. The Lancer Evolution is the vehicle
of choice at the world’s premier performance
driving school. Jim Russell Racing Driver’s
School has teamed up with Mitsubishi Motors
North America (MMNA) to create the Jim
Russell Lancer Evolution Experience, an
exciting driver-training course that teaches
enthusiasts how to put the rally-bred Lancer
Evolution through its paces.
Held at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, California,
one of the most challenging tracks in North
America, the program offers a full day of
instruction that begins in the classroom and
graduates to the track in the afternoon. The
curriculum focuses on driving technique, the
principles of speed and vehicle control skills.
Taught by some of the finest instructors in
the world, students will learn what it takes
to become a complete race driver. For more
information visit jimrussellusa.com.
Unbridled Refinement
Revel in awesome performance while enjoying
a little more sophistication. Lancer Evolution
MR is a more reserved edition of Lancer
Evolution that features a subtler exterior look,
a luxurious cabin experience and a more refined
ride. But don’t let these amenities curb your
driving enthusiasm. Think of it as high-class
performance.
Taming the Pavement
The smoother ride quality of Lancer Evolution
MR is achieved with a concert of suspension
technologies. High-end performance
components, such as BBS® alloy wheels and
two-piece brake rotors, reduce unsprung
weight, while Bilstein® shocks and Eibach®
springs further improve suspension response.
Twin Clutch-SST
The key to performance is the efficient transfer
of power to the pavement, and nothing does
the job quite like our Twin-Clutch Sportronic
Shift Transmission (TC-SST). This “automated
manual” transmission utilizes two clutches to
achieve the efficiency of a manual gearbox
while allowing smooth, ultrafast shifting. With
three shift modes available through a consolemounted
switch, the TC-SST allows full power
delivery during upshifts and rev matching on
downshifts. If you prefer shifting manually you
can do that too, either with the shifter or with
the magnesium paddle shifters mounted on the
steering column.
