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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X


The Lancer Evolution aficionados over at EvolutionOz have managed to get their hands on the local pricing and specifications ahead of the local launch of Mitsubishi's hero car: the Lancer Evolution X.

The Australian line-up will feature three variants of the Evo X - the entry-level GSR, the GSR SS-T with dual-clutch gearbox and the top-of-the-range MR - with prices starting at $59,490 and up to $71,690 for the range-topping version.


Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X


The GSR variants will feature either a conventional five-speed manual transmission of the new Twin Clutch Sports Shift Transmission (SS-T) plus body-hugging Recaro seats and sporty 18-inch ENKEI alloy wheels as standard.

The flagship MR version is $12,200 dearer than the entry-level GSR but gets a whole list of exclusive features such as Bilstein and Eibach suspension components, an upgraded Brembo brake system, 18-inch BBS light-weight wheels, leather heated Recaro front seats, a multi communication system and a premium Rockford Fosgate sound system.


Going by these figures, the entry-level Evo X GSR undercuts its main competitor, the Subaru WRX STI by $500. However, the flagship MR will cost $6,700 more than the Subaru WRX STI Spec-R.

Australian Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X pricing:

Evo X GSR - $59,490
Evo X GSR SS-T - $64,490
Evo X MR - $71,690


[Source: EvolutionOz]








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HKS Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X


With all the attention that the new Nissan GT-R has garnered since its launch, it's easy for the likes of fellow new Jap-rockets like the Subaru WRX STI and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X to feel just a wee bit neglected...Japanese tuning house HKS have been busy at work and the fruits of their labour is the announcement of a new tuning package for the new Lancer Evo.

HKS parts Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X


Depending on the amount of moolah you're willing to part with, the Japanese tuner offers a series of mechanical and exterior upgrades for the new Evolution with the biggest drawcard being the new power kit, of course.

The power kit features a new turbo, intake manifold and a modified ECU to bump power from 286 PS at 7,020 rpm to 383.2 PS at 6,230 rpm (Jap-spec figures) from the Evo's 2.0-litre turbocharged engine. Torque rises to 48.9 kgm (at 4,360rpm) from a stock figure of 44.9 kgm at 4.040 rpm.

HKS Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X


Just very impressive gains there!

A new suspension (coilovers etc.) and 19-inch Advan Racing RZ alloy wheels wrapped in 265/30R19 Advan tyres improves handling by a long shot as does the styling package which consists of an aerodynamic bodykit along with lots of expensive carbon fibre - bonnet, mirror caps, scoop, side protectors and front apron.


[Source: HKS]








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