Mitsubishi unleashes the Lancer Evo X

[swtethan]

i dont like the spoiler


on second thought, the spoiler is okay

 

[manowar821]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: manowar821
Why the hell do they keep making "compact sports cars" less compact every year? I don't want to be driving a bubble around.

My Mazda MX-3 is still superior looking, and it's from 92!

The Evo X is one inch shorter than the outgoing model.

Orly? How can that be, it looks like a galant. Perhaps I was a bit too jumpy, but they could've done a better job on that Evo, IMO.

 

[toolboxolio]

What's an automated manual transmission?

 

[Adul]

I really like its looks

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Aikouka

Originally posted by: NFS4
Make it a hatch and that's my next car

Ew a hatch version? Been listening to Sir Mix Alot a bit too much, huh

As I posted over at The Car Lounge:

After owning my Mazda 3s Hatch for over a year now, I can't see myself going back to having another sedan. I just absolutely LOVE the versatility afforded by having a hatch.

As for an Evo X hatch, this is from Road and Track:

The tenth version of the Lancer Evolution will no doubt be the most civil and comfortable ever, but Mitsubishi was careful not to mess with the sharp-edged nature that has defined past Evos. And it'll still be a relative bargain. We predict a base version to come in around $32,000 with the top-of-the-line model hitting about $36,000. A 5-door hatchback is expected to join the lineup sometime later in 2008, but whether that car comes to the U.S. remains to be seen.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=15&article_id=5212

Pics of the concept hatch:

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows...ubishi_sportback_concept+side_view.jpg
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows...ubishi_sportback_concept+rear_view.jpg
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows..._sportback_concept+front_side_view.jpg

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: manowar821
Orly? How can that be, it looks like a galant. Perhaps I was a bit too jumpy, but they could've done a better job on that Evo, IMO.

At first glance the Evo X looks significantly larger than the current model (the Evo IX), but actually, it's a tad shorter. Overall width and height have grown slightly, and the wheelbase has been stretched to 103.7 in., which results in more interior space and better overall ride quality.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=31&article_id=5211

 

[Mellman]

no thanks....never been a fan of the evo, it may be fast and i respect it for that, but it lacks refinement...

 

[OS]

are there engine numbers yet or what, looks is a side issue on this kind of car

 

[RichUK]

Originally posted by: NFS4
Pics of the concept hatch:

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows...ubishi_sportback_concept+side_view.jpg
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows...ubishi_sportback_concept+rear_view.jpg
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows..._sportback_concept+front_side_view.jpg

That concept looks really nice. Shame it'd probably lose most of the nice details in the production model.

 

[J0hnny]

Originally posted by: toolboxolio
What's an automated manual transmission?

PADDLE SHIFTERS! DROOOOL!


A standard 5-speed manual gearbox and a new 6-speed twin-clutch automatic with manual mode, codenamed SST, will be offered. The latter is similar to Volkswagen's DSG, meaning that it's essentially a manual transmission that has a seamless full automatic mode. In manual mode, up- and downshifts are performed sequentially via paddles behind the steering wheel, with each gear change performed faster than any human hand. An anonymous source inside the company claims that this new transmission will be better than VW's.

 

[DivideBYZero]

Originally posted by: toolboxolio
What's an automated manual transmission?

I'd venture to say the answer is in the name...

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: OS
are there engine numbers yet or what, looks is a side issue on this kind of car

At the heart of the Evo X is an all-new aluminum 2.0-liter inline-4, codenamed 4B11. This powerplant features MIVEC (Mitsubishi's variable valve technology), four valves per cylinder and a big turbocharger. Recent estimates put output at roughly 300 bhp peaking at about 7000 rpm and 325 lb.-ft. of torque coming at a low 3000, both noticeable increases from the Evo IX. Also, this new 4-banger is lighter than the previous engine by about 50 lb.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=31&article_id=5211

 

[Raduque]

Paddle shifters? Blegh.

Love the R34-inspired stylings, though. I'd buy it for looks alone.

 

[nonameo]

Originally posted by: J0hnny

Originally posted by: toolboxolio
What's an automated manual transmission?

PADDLE SHIFTERS! DROOOOL!


A standard 5-speed manual gearbox and a new 6-speed twin-clutch automatic with manual mode, codenamed SST, will be offered. The latter is similar to Volkswagen's DSG, meaning that it's essentially a manual transmission that has a seamless full automatic mode. In manual mode, up- and downshifts are performed sequentially via paddles behind the steering wheel, with each gear change performed faster than any human hand. An anonymous source inside the company claims that this new transmission will be better than VW's.

Yeah, but it's not a real manual unless you can push start it.

 

[OS]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: OS
are there engine numbers yet or what, looks is a side issue on this kind of car

At the heart of the Evo X is an all-new aluminum 2.0-liter inline-4, codenamed 4B11. This powerplant features MIVEC (Mitsubishi's variable valve technology), four valves per cylinder and a big turbocharger. Recent estimates put output at roughly 300 bhp peaking at about 7000 rpm and 325 lb.-ft. of torque coming at a low 3000, both noticeable increases from the Evo IX. Also, this new 4-banger is lighter than the previous engine by about 50 lb.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=31&article_id=5211

yeah i saw that later, after i autoblogged my own question

nice upgrade, but probably not enough for me to bite. The DSG style tranny is nice though.

 

[OS]

i just noticed, they say est curb weight 3500 lbs, there goes all the power increase.

 

[mb]

Looks hot! I wonder how much it would cost to insure.

 

[JeffreyLebowski]

Originally posted by: manowar821
Why the hell do they keep making "compact sports cars" less compact every year? I don't want to be driving a bubble around.

My Mazda MX-3 is still superior looking, and it's from 92!

Is there enough room in the trunk for your Man-Purse?

 

[Jinny]

weak, i liked the concept much better
http://paultan.org/wp-content/concept_x_7.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/7032/mitsubishiconceptx20050295is.jpg

the sportback is sweet too
Sportback

 

[Hyperlite]

Originally posted by: OS
i just noticed, they say est curb weight 3500 lbs, there goes all the power increase.

what was the IX?

 

[Aikouka]

Originally posted by: NFS4
As I posted over at The Car Lounge:

After owning my Mazda 3s Hatch for over a year now, I can't see myself going back to having another sedan. I just absolutely LOVE the versatility afforded by having a hatch.

Not a huge fan of Junk in the trunk here . Sure you may have a little more versatility, but at least my nice new shiny car doesn't look like a station wagon.

 

[walrus]

I drove an Evos RS yedterday, Too dam fast!

 

[AgaBoogaBoo]

Originally posted by: walrus
I drove an Evos RS yedterday, Too dam fast!

That's one of the 5 speed trims, right?

The whole car is just stunning... the driving characteristics are amazing, sticks to the ground like none other and the turbo just adds to all the excitement.

 

[OS]

Originally posted by: Hyperlite

Originally posted by: OS
i just noticed, they say est curb weight 3500 lbs, there goes all the power increase.

what was the IX?

around 3300

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Aikouka

Originally posted by: NFS4
As I posted over at The Car Lounge:

After owning my Mazda 3s Hatch for over a year now, I can't see myself going back to having another sedan. I just absolutely LOVE the versatility afforded by having a hatch.

Not a huge fan of Junk in the trunk here . Sure you may have a little more versatility, but at least my nice new shiny car doesn't look like a station wagon.

For someone that runs an eBay business, a hatch is the only way I can go about easily transporting HUGE laser printers, 32" to 42" LCDs and plasma TVs and various other items. Otherwise, I'd have to borrow someone else's SUV or pickup truck. Not only that, I don't have to ever worry about getting my rear seats dirty and I ALWAYS have room for just about everything.

I can't ever see myself owning another sedan. They just seem so impractical now. I also prefer the looks of the 3s hatch over the 3s sedan.

Hatches > Sedans in almost every possible way. Sedans only rule here in the US b/c of tradition. In Europe, hatches rule.