Long Term Verdict: 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR SE
FROM THE LOGBOOK
"I really love the Evo when taking on- or off-ramps at warp speed or tackling a twisty road, but the problem is I don't do that that often." -Ron Kiino
"It takes some work to drive and love it every day, but the mountain blasts on the weekend are worth it. Every time I crank the wheel, the steering makes me smile." -Matt Stone
"To have such a vehicle for an extended stay is like trying to keep a cheetah as a house pet." -Mark Williams
"Buzzing back and forth to work in the Evo (about 20 miles total), I didn't exactly put the hammer down. Still I never tire of spooling up the boost, even if it's just a short blast." -Mike Floyd
"I love it, my wife hates it, my kids are split." -Thomas Voehringer
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo MR SE |
| POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS |
| Drivetrain layout | Front engine, AWD |
| Engine type | Turbocharged, I-4, iron block/alum head |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cyl |
| Displacement | 121.9 cu in/1997 cc |
| Compression ratio | 8.8:1 |
| Power (SAE NET) | 286 hp @ 6500 rpm |
| Torque (SAE NET) | 289 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Redline | 7000 rpm |
| Weight to power | 11.5 lb/hp |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Axle/final | 4.58:1 / 3.18:1 |
| Suspension, front; rear | Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Steering ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Turns lock-to-lock | 2.1 |
| Brakes, f;r | 12.6-in vented disc; 12.0-in vented disc, ABS |
| Wheels | 8.0 x 17 in, forged aluminum |
| Tires | 235/45R17 93W Yokohama Advan A046 |
| DIMENSIONS |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in |
| Track, f/r | 59.6/59.6 in |
| Length x width x height | 178.5 x 69.7 x 57.1 in |
| Turning circle | 38.7 ft |
| Curb weight | 3288 lb |
| Weight dist., f/r | 61/39% |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Headroom, f/m/r | 39.9/36.7 in |
| Legroom, f/m/r | 43.0/36.6 in |
| Shoulder room, f/m/r | 54.1/53.3 in |
| Cargo vol behind f/m/r | 10.2 cu ft |
| TEST DATA |
| Acceleration to mph |
| 0-30 | 1.6 sec |
| 0-40 | 2.5 |
| 0-50 | 3.5 |
| 0-60 | 4.8 |
| 0-70 | 6.3 |
| 0-80 | 8.2 |
| 0-90 | 10.4 |
| Quarter mile | 13.5 sec @ 102.1 mph |
| Braking, 60-0 mph | 115 ft |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.92 g (avg) |
| MT figure eight | 25.7 sec @ 0.69 g (avg) |
| Top-gear revs @ 60 mph | 2600 rpm |
| CONSUMER INFO |
| Stability/traction control | No/no |
| Airbags | Dual front |
| Basic warranty | 5 yrs/100,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 10 yrs/100,000 miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yrs/unlimited |
| Fuel capacity | 14.0 gal |
| EPA city/hwy econ | 18/24 mpg |
| MT fuel economy; gas; E85 | 18.9 mpg |
| CO2 emissions, gas; E85 | 0.96 lb/mile |
| Recommended fuel | Premium |