Mitsubishi Evolution X. Manual - part 63

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ABBREVIATIONS

The following abbreviations are used in this manual 
for classification of model types.
MFI: Multiport fuel injection, or engines equipped 

with multiport fuel injection.

PCM: Powertrain control module

M/T:Indicates manual transaxle, or models equipped 

with manual transaxle.

AWD:Indicates 4-wheel-drive vehicles.
Keyless Operation System (KOS):Free-hand 

Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)

SWS: Simplified wiring system
A/C: Air conditioning.

TARGETS OF DEVELOPMENT

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As a globally acclaimed, high-performance AWD 
sport sedan, the new LANCER EVOLUTION has 
embodied a high-dimensional balance of high ath-
letic performance and driving comfort. The basic per-
formance has been enhanced to improve the driving 

quality. At the same time, with its high capabilities 
which allow a full control as well as with its sporty 
and superior interior and exterior appearances, it 
pursues to offer a new driving fun and a joy of owner-
ship.

PRODUCT FEATURES

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STYLING

With a foundation on sporty and functional interior 
and exterior appearances, variations are available to 
match various user needs.

DRIVING PERFORMANCE

• Turbocharger is adopted to the newly developed 

aluminum block engine, improving the super-
charging response.

• Power performance has been greatly enhanced 

from the conventional LANCER EVOLUTION, 
improving marginal performance, and realizing 
new driving and riding quality.

COMFORT

• Adoption of new platform has significantly 

improved comfort including riding feel and vibra-
tion.

• Newly developed twin clutch sportronic shift 

transmission (TC-SST) has been adopted.

1. The clutch and gear shift operation are auto-

matically controlled, reducing the power 
transfer loss and achieving the ideal starting 
acceleration.

2. Sporty, straight type shift pattern has been 

adopted, and the operating power at each 
shift position have been properly tuned, 
ensuring the firm and smooth operation feel.

3. The sport mode (6-speed) has been installed 

to allow manual shifting according to the 
driver's intention.

SAFETY

• 18-inch ventilated disk brake is adopted to the 

front brake, improving the brake basic perfor-
mance.

•  Traction control (TCL) function is integrated to 

ASC, improving the preventive safety.

• Low mount multi-link suspension has been newly 

developed which corresponds to the impact 
safety body RISE.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

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EXTERIOR

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BETTER APPEARANCE

1. Specially-shaped upper section of front bumper 

emphasizes the front mask, and decreases the 
air resistance.

2. Mesh type radiator grille gives a sleek front mask 

and sporty image.

3. Large front bumper appealing the robust front 

mask

4. Large rear bumper extending to side body

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BETTER AERODYNAMIC 
CHARACTERISTICS

5. Air dam skirt panels
6. Side air dams 
7. Rear spoiler 

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BETTER USER-FRIENDLINESS

8. Electric remote-controlled door mirrors

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BETTER PRODUCT PACKAGE

9. Vehicle speed sensitive intermittent time variable 

windshield wiper

10. Rain sensitive intermittent time variable wind-

shield wiper

11. Installation of exclusive front step plate to side sill 

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INTERIOR

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DESIGN FEATURES

The functional cockpit heightens the driving concen-
tration, and its sporty and high quality interior sym-
bolizes the new-generation global AWD sport sedan. 
Various measures have been taken actively to pro-
tect the environment and recycle resources.

Quality improvement

• Spartan, black monotone interior

• Full interior trim

Usability improvement

• Armrest (floor console, rear seat, front door trim 

<MR>, rear door trim <MR>)

• Cup holder (floor console, rear seat armrest)

• Bottle holder (front door trim)

Convenient storage

• Glove box

• Card holder (glove box)

• Floor console box

• Door pocket (front door trim, rear door trim)

Safety improvement

• Front and rear collision protection seat mecha-

nism (front seat)

• ISO-FIX lower anchor (rear seat outside)

• Upper tether anchor (rear shelf)

• ELR 3-point seat belt (driver’s seat)

• ELR/ALR 3-point seat belt (front passenger, rear)

• Seat belt retractor with a driver's side preten-

sioner and force limiter

• Seat belt retractor with a passenger’s side pre-

tensioner and force limiter

• Headliner energy absorption rib <Vehicles with-

out curtain air bag>

Consideration for the optimum driving position

• Seat slide adjustment (front)

• Reclining adjustment (front)

Comfort equipment

• Rockford Fosgate ® premium sound system

• Steering wheel audio remote control 

Measures for resource recycling

1. Aggressively use PP materials that are easy to 

recycle and easy to stamp material symbols on 
the plastic (resin) parts.

2. Reduction of chemical material (formaldehyde

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No. Item

Dimension

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Overall length mm (in)

4,495 (177.0)

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Front overhang mm (in)

910 (35.8)

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Wheelbase mm (in)

2,650 (104.3)

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Rear overhang mm (in)

935 (36.8)

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Overall height mm (in)

1,480 (58.3)

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Ground Clearance mm (in)

135 (5.3)

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Overall width mm (in)

1,810 (71.3)

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Tread mm (in)

Front

1,545 (60.8)

Rear

1,545 (60.8)

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Interior effective length mm (in)

2,030 (79.9)

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Interior room  mm (in) Front seating

1,470 (57.9)

Rear seating

1,350 (53.1)

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Head room mm (in)

Front seating

970 (38.2)

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Rear seating

Right and Left seat

895 (35.2)

Center seat

860 (33.6)