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October 24th, 2003, 02:00 AM
Mitsubish Evo MR
Evo Special Charges In At Tokyo
It's evolved! Only nine short months after taking the wraps off its Lancer Evolution VIII, Mitsubishi is set to reveal this updated version of the machine. Known as the Evo VIII MR, the newcomer will be unveiled at next week's Tokyo Motor Show.
Although virtually identical to the standard car, the MR - short for Mitsubishi Racing - features graphite grey metallic paint, a revised turbocharger and a smart new carbon fibre-trimmed interior. Officially, power output is still 280bhp, but the model will deliver more top-end torque. The Japanese firm won't comment on the MR's chances of making it to this country. However, as the car is a limited-edition special, and the British market already gets the 300bhp FQ-300 variant, it seems unlikely.
Still, UK buyers may be offered the paint and interior trim upgrades early in the new year, as part of a cost options pack.
autoexpress
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR Edition
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR Edition
MR - Mitsubishi Racing
* Quicker Response Bilstein Dampers
* Forged Aluminum Wheels
* Aluminum Roof Panel
* Improved 4WD system, ADC, & Super AYC Traction Control
* Sport ABS
* Improved Engine Torque Curve
* Improved Control at High Speed Limits
* Lowered Center of Gravity
* Refined Neutral Roll Characteristics
Evo Special Charges In At Tokyo
It's evolved! Only nine short months after taking the wraps off its Lancer Evolution VIII, Mitsubishi is set to reveal this updated version of the machine. Known as the Evo VIII MR, the newcomer will be unveiled at next week's Tokyo Motor Show.
Although virtually identical to the standard car, the MR - short for Mitsubishi Racing - features graphite grey metallic paint, a revised turbocharger and a smart new carbon fibre-trimmed interior. Officially, power output is still 280bhp, but the model will deliver more top-end torque. The Japanese firm won't comment on the MR's chances of making it to this country. However, as the car is a limited-edition special, and the British market already gets the 300bhp FQ-300 variant, it seems unlikely.
Still, UK buyers may be offered the paint and interior trim upgrades early in the new year, as part of a cost options pack.
autoexpress
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR Edition
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII MR Edition
MR - Mitsubishi Racing
* Quicker Response Bilstein Dampers
* Forged Aluminum Wheels
* Aluminum Roof Panel
* Improved 4WD system, ADC, & Super AYC Traction Control
* Sport ABS
* Improved Engine Torque Curve
* Improved Control at High Speed Limits
* Lowered Center of Gravity
* Refined Neutral Roll Characteristics