Evo X Options

[orvillescelica]

I love it! For me it was a toss up between the G35 and the Evo. But now that the new Evo X will probably be available with a Nav system and a few other sparse luxuries, im sold!

Still called the Prototype X, but Mitsu press releases have even refered to it as the new Evo due for late '07, early '08.

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/08/mit...x-breaks-cover/





Coming Soon: Evolution Revolution
The Lancer Evolution has long lived up to its namesake by greatly improving with each successive generation. (Lancer Evolution VIII was the first to be offered in the U.S. market.) As Prototype X demonstrates, the Lancer Evolution will soon make perhaps the largest leap in overall capability seen between two generations of this model. The next Evolution will offer major gains in handling dynamics and technology while maintaining the kind of thrilling turbo engine performance that has made the model a street legend around the world.

Although clearly based on the new Lancer and sharing its distinctive shark-nose grille opening, Prototype X features a unique front end, rear fenders and decklid. Making a maximum-performance statement, Prototype X looks the part of the street-wise sports machine with its boxed fenders, aggressively sloping hood with integral air scoop, 20-inch alloy wheels with massive brakes and the high-tech LED turn signals in the sideview mirrors.
Inside, the deeply contoured bucket seats are upholstered in high-grip Alcantara. An electronic lap counter hints at the car’s weekend club racer capability, while the red LED light band that spans the doors and the dash surface might suggest a customizing idea to future customers. The user technology in Prototype X previews what will be available for the next Lancer Evolution. While not all design features and content seen on Prototype X will make it to the production vehicle, the overall design will carry through.

Next-Gen Evolution Power
The engine powering Prototype X – and the next Lancer Evolution – is a turbocharged version of the new aluminum 4B11 2.0-liter DOHC MIVEC engine used in the 2008 Lancer. It will yield the highest power rating ever in an Evolution model. (Since development continues, final engine output figures will be revealed at a later date.) Significantly, the newest Lancer Evolution will have less differentiation from market to market than the previous generations.
The new model’s aluminum engine block is a significant 20 kg (53.4 lbs.) lighter than the iron-block 4G63 engine used in all previous Evolution models, which aids weight distribution. In addition, its orientation (exhaust located on bulkhead side) allows for improved placement that helps to lower the center of gravity. Although the new Evolution engine block is lighter, it was designed from the outset for high-performance turbocharged applications. High inherent strength has been achieved partly through over-engineering of the open deck block, and the use of large water jackets and metal areas around each siamesed cylinder bore. The reciprocating assembly of the turbocharged 4B11 is capable of withstanding high levels of boost.

Automated Manual Transmission
Prototype X is equipped with the automated manual transmission with magnesium steering wheel paddle shifters that will be available on the next Lancer Evolution. This new transmission will offer lightning fast, paddle-shift actuated shifting when desired, along with offering a fully automatic mode. This unit is not a conventional torque-converter automatic transmission, but rather a true auto-capable manual similar to that used on some of the world’s most notable performance models. For stick shift purists, the next Lancer Evolution will still offer a conventional 5-speed manual transmission. With the 4B11 turbo engine’s stronger torque performance, a 5-speed will provide optimal acceleration response.

Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC)
The next Lancer Evolution, while still providing the levels of engine performance that appeal to this model’s loyal core customers, will expand dynamic capability with the new Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system. Combining intelligent full-time four-wheel drive with stability control, S-AWC is a further development of the advanced full-time 4WD technology first introduced on the new-generation Outlander SUV for 2007.
In Prototype X this next-generation system combines an Active Center Differential (ACD) with an Active Yaw Control (AYC) rear differential and Active Skid Control (ASC). The AYC rear differential has never been offered on a Lancer Evolution sold in the U.S. market. The combination of all these technologies will help the Lancer Evolution make optimal use of its considerable torque and also ensure the highest level of dynamic capability and stability ever in this model. At the same time, the new technology will further enhance the exhilarating driving performance character that customers have come to expect from this model.

The next Lancer Evolution once again features its own suspension system, replacing steel stampings of the standard Lancer with race-proven forged aluminum components. Due to the high rigidity of the new global C-platform, the Evolution’s suspension can be tuned to provide a more compliant and stable ride than before without compromising handling performance – a trait that is expected from a true world-class performance sedan.
With exciting performance assured, Mitsubishi will be able to equip the upcoming Lancer Evolution to be a markedly better car for everyday driving. User technologies introduced on the new Outlander and Lancer models will also be offered in the next Lancer Evolution, including a premium Rockford-Fosgate® 650-watt (max.) audio system, HDD navigation system with music server, Bluetooth®, steering wheel audio controls, and an automatic climate control system.

[KB-2]

i want this so bad

[j0e_p3t]

pretty sexy. but i'd still rather have a gt-four.

[lagos]

i want one, it looks killer. but im not so sure about this new motor. the 4g63 has been such a solid motor to make power from, that it almost seems like a step back in their decision to go with an aluminum block.

[orvillescelica]

i want one, it looks killer. but im not so sure about this new motor. the 4g63 has been such a solid motor to make power from, that it almost seems like a step back in their decision to go with an aluminum block.

Not only aluminum block, but also open deck. A lot of the guys on the evo boards are upset about that. But Scoobys use aluminum open deck blocks and seem to produce power just fine. Its really not an issue for me, since i will never need to build my motor up to 600 hp.

[forkee]

how much is that gonna cost? its sexy

[KB-2]

im gonan start savin up for that bad boyy i want one soo BADD!!!

im thinkn 35,000? jsut a guess thou

[afroman]

i must truely say i think it is horribly ugly. i think mitsu has this tendency to take a good looking car and turn it into trash (think 3rd gen eclipse here)
ill take a evo9 anyday over this.
-Aaron-

[OrbitalGT95]

i must truely say i think it is horribly ugly. i think mitsu has this tendency to take a good looking car and turn it into trash (think 3rd gen eclipse here)
ill take a evo9 anyday over this.
-Aaron-

im with u on this one evo6, best evo ever

[hitcachi]

+eleventy billion. Gawd i hate new concept sh*t

[vsideboy]

Looks good, except for that ugly black/grey plastic bit in the front bumper. it reminds me of a land rover freelander or that rover streetwise thing or even a ford ka. The grey plastic will end up looking a bag of s*** after a year or so once the sun has faded it. It may look better if it was a painted black piece but still not sure. Why not have it body coloured anyway?

[celiracer]

I'm gonna have to agree with Hitcachi, and Afroman. I think its ugly IMO the evo 9 is way better, just like the eclipse shoulda kept it like the 96-99's.

I think the last evo 9 i seen for sale, asking price was $40,000 so i'm pretty sure the new one will be that much if not more.

Gotta Admit also the slanted tail light thing, has got to go. Very ugly IMO

This post has been edited by celiracer: Jan 11, 2007 - 3:29 AM

[Akira_g4]

i dunno i kinda like the new evo x, especially like the front lights, looks mean. but i would say the back slanted lights, looks like s***. shouldve came up with something different than that. but when comparing the evo x and the evo 9, i would definitely get the evo 9, hands down!

This post has been edited by Akira_g4: Jan 11, 2007 - 4:53 AM

[GTSOwner]

i must truely say i think it is horribly ugly. i think mitsu has this tendency to take a good looking car and turn it into trash (think 3rd gen eclipse here)
ill take a evo9 anyday over this.
-Aaron-

Or 4, 7 and 8. Completely agree with the rest of what you said.

[gt_driFFter]

Too chunky

[orvillescelica]

Everyone has their own tastes, completly understandable. I for one love it! I am a big fan of the entire Evo series and was debating over getting a Evo IX. With the new technology and updated looks of the X, the IX looks dated to me now. Im still debating getting a IX since it will be cheaper, but most likely i will wait and save for the X.

Speculations go that a fully loaded MR version with a new model 5% mark-up from previous models (Currently $36K), add the Nav/XM/blutooth system, youll hit an MSRP just around $41K.

Seems like a lot to pay for a Mitsu, but for me a car is a ten year investment at least.

[jgreening]

Seems like a lot better options out there for 40k.

But, then again, I never did warm to a 4dr 4cyl boxy performance car...so I guess I am biased.

[94_st_hatchback]

OMG, this car is sick yo! i went to M.O.D.(mitsubishi owners day) 06...and i saw this car in person, damn its sexy..i want.!

[Batman722]

I'd hit it

[gt_driFFter]

Seems like a lot to pay for a Mitsu, but for me a car is a ten year investment at least.

Just got done studying math, and I can't get out of that mode, so here...

I think everyone can agree on a couple of things

good resale value = good investment, and

bad resale value = bad investment, therefore

good resale value != bad investment, and

bad resale value != good investment.


Since the following statement, Evo = bad resale value, is true... One can only deduct that:

Evo = bad investment.















Mathematically speaking.