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#37 of 80 Sportback in the US? by ccd1 Oct 22, 2007 (1:18 pm)
Any further word on whether the sportback is destined for the US or not??? Personally, I think not offering the sportback is a mistake. Mitsubishi actually has a pretty good looking hatchback and should bring it to the US. Subaru should have kept its hatch at home as it is butt ugly. BMW wisely keep their 1 Series hatch in the EU where the ugly ducking should stay until they do a better job with the design. Replies to this message: rcpax (Oct 22, 2007 2:15 pm) gijoewildbill (Oct 24, 2007 10:23 am)
#38 of 80 Re: Sportback in the US? [ccd1] by rcpax Oct 22, 2007 (2:15 pm)
Replying to: ccd1 (Oct 22, 2007 1:18 pm) I guess it will be some time after they release it for the EU market.
#39 of 80 Re: Sportback in the US? [ccd1] by gijoewildbill Oct 24, 2007 (10:23 am)
Replying to: ccd1 (Oct 22, 2007 1:18 pm) I have been contacting a young lady named Melissa who works in the customer service department at Mitsubishi North America. When I asked her about the hatch design, her reply straight word for word from a released statement from Mitsubishi was that as of this time, the hatch is not planned for the U.S. because of a limited market (not many want one which is reasonable as most U.S. residents like sedan designs better than hatches like Europe) as well as they wish to wait and see how sales numbers turn up for the new sedan lancer, its trim lines, and the Evo X later early next year as they are still in a "recovery and re-build" state for the North American market.   Bill
#40 of 80 Hatch by ccd1 Oct 26, 2007 (3:19 pm)
I was really hoping that the WRX STI being offerred as a hatch would inspire Mitsu to offer a hatch for the EVO. Replies to this message: rcpax (Oct 27, 2007 8:15 am)
#41 of 80 Re: Hatch [ccd1] by rcpax Oct 27, 2007 (8:15 am)
Replying to: ccd1 (Oct 26, 2007 3:19 pm) At this point, Mitsubishi is probably playing "wait and see" with the hatch. If the Evo 4 doors sell, and a good number of customer would dig the STi hatchback, then they might start importing the Evo hatch, which by then, it would been marketed in EU and other parts of the world. It's all about demand, if there's a considerable market, Mitsubishi will sell it.
#42 of 80 A cool look at the EVO X.... by iluvmysephia1 Oct 29, 2007 (10:25 pm)
As a Japan Rally pace car.
#43 of 80 Official Trim Level Info by mikevegas06 Nov 18, 2007 (8:59 am)
Most of this info has been known for some time but it's nice to actually see it posted on Mitsu's site.   Go to Mitsu Media Site or read below...   Next-Generation 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Offers Advanced User Technology With Broad Market Appeal   November 15, 2007 -- CYPRESS, Calif. --   The all-new, next-generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution for 2008 offers user technology designed to appeal to a broad customer base. The 2008 Lancer Evolution is available in two versions for the U.S. market, the GSR with a 5-speed manual transmission and the MR with the advanced Twin-Clutch Sportronic Shift (TC-SST) transmission and a number of chassis and technology upgrades.   The Lancer Evolution MR comes standard with high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps and a Bluetooth® wireless cell phone interface system with voice recognition microphone for hands-free calling. In addition, the MR model is exclusively available with the optional Technology Package, which includes a 650-watt (max.) Rockford-Fosgate® Premium Audio system; hard disc drive (HDD) navigation system with music server function; SIRIUS® Satellite Radio with a six-month service subscription; the Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System, and the FAST Key (Freehand Advanced Security Transmitter) entry system. FAST Key allows passive vehicle unlocking and engine start/stop simply by carrying the remote control and grasping the exterior door or trunk handle.   The Lancer Evolution GSR model can be equipped with the optional Sight, Sound and Spoiler Package that includes the Rockford-Fosgate Premium Audio system, HID headlamps and the larger rear spoiler that is standard on the MR model.   FAST-Key Entry Both 2008 Lancer Evolution models come standard with remote keyless entry and an anti-theft engine immobilizer and alarm system. The MR model is exclusively available with the FAST-Key system. Part of the optional Technology Package, FAST Key allows the driver to unlock the vehicle simply by having the remote in a pocket or purse and grasping the handle on either of the front doors or pressing a button in the trunk.   The FAST-Key system provides both convenience and security, since the driver does not need to search for a key or remote control while carrying packages, or when in a poorly lit area, for example. The system operates when the driver (carrying the remote unit) is within 27 inches of the front doors or the trunk. While walking into that range, the system verifies the user identification. Bioelectrical sensors are built into the door handles, and when the person carrying the remote grasps one of the handles, the door unlocks: grasping the driver's door handled unlocks only that door; grasping the front passenger door handle will unlock all four doors. (The customer can set system preferences so that grasping the driver's door handle will unlock all vehicle doors.)   With FAST Key, instead of inserting and turning a key to start the engine, the driver simply presses the ignition knob on the steering column to release the lock, and then twists it to start the engine. Turning the knob rearward turns off the engine. The FAST Key system comes with two remote units, and up to four can be registered and programmed for the system. The remote houses an emergency key that can unlock and start the vehicle if the unit's battery runs down.   Satellite Navigation System – Plus The satellite navigation system comes as part of the optional Technology Package in the 2008 Lancer Evolution MR model and also includes AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA music file playback, DVD video capability (when the car is not moving) and SIRIUS® Satellite Radio. Navigation maps and directions are displayed on a crisp touch-panel, seven-inch LCD screen.   The navigation system stores map data for the contiguous United States and Canada on a 30-gigabyte hard drive. Using a hard drive for map storage gives the navigation system ultra-fast search and access to the map data.   A key benefit to this hard drive-based navigation system is a music server function that reserves about 6 gigabytes of its capacity for digital music file storage and playback through the audio system. The navigation system's main operating controls are hard switches, with the touch screen accessing the search and destination-entry functions, among others.   The navigation system integrates the Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System, an extensive information display, including an onboard computer. Offering much of the functionality of similar systems seen in luxury vehicles, the Lancer Evolution's is easier and more intuitive to use.   The driving computer provides displays for outside temperature, average fuel economy, current fuel economy, distance to empty and driving time. Another display option brings up a screen with outside temperature and barometer, along with an altimeter, and another displays a vehicle maintenance reminder (oil, brakes, interior air filter) and calendar.   Controls for the audio, including the SIRIUS® Satellite Radio and Rockford-Fosgate Premium Audio, can be accessed through the navigation screen. Adding another high-tech touch, the navigation system includes an interface that allows owners to customize many of the vehicle's interior electronic system functions, such as central locking and lighting choices. Sound Options Both 2008 Lancer Evolution models come equipped to provide high-quality sound, with a standard total 140-watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with 6 speakers and digital signal processor. The system automatically compensates volume and sound equalization in response to vehicle speed.   Each of the 2008 Lancer Evolution models offers an option package that includes the Rockford-Fosgate Premium Audio System with PUNCH® control. Rockford-Fosgate is one of the most respected brands for mobile audio speakers. The Rockford-Fosgate system is custom-tuned for the Lancer's interior acoustics, including collaboration by Mitsubishi and Rockford-Fosgate engineers to tune the doors to function as speaker cabinets, extending response, increasing clarity and reducing coloration.   This audiophile-quality system is designed to reproduce all types of music with stunning clarity and power. It includes a 6-CD in-dash head unit with MP3 playback capability. In addition, an audio input jack enables connection of an iPod® or other media player. The Lancer Evolution Rockford-Fosgate system uses an 8-channel amplifier to produce up to 650 watts maximum output, playing through nine speakers in seven positions: 1.4-in. soft-dome tweeters mounted in the door mirror delta provide an accurate soundstage; front door-mounted 6.5-in. midbass drivers; rear door-mounted 6.5-in. coaxial two-way speakers using a bridge-mounted tweeter, and a 10-in. subwoofer in its own sealed enclosure located in the left rear of the trunk.   The subwoofer provides extremely high-power bass p
#44 of 80 mikevegas06.. by iluvmysephia1 Nov 22, 2007 (6:12 pm)
thanks for providing that information. Very informative material and the part explaining the FAST-key was particularly useful.   If the Lancer EVO X's Rockford Fosgate stereo plays just as well as the RF 650-watt stereo in my '08 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS, it will blow away the driver and passenger(s). Suberb sound and it is acoustically sound(pardon the pun)and powerful. Crystal clear as well.   The bass guitar sounds bounce the Lancer GTS' interior around from the subwoofer in a most pleasing manner.
#45 of 80 Price by nissan350z Nov 25, 2007 (1:19 pm)
Anyone have an idea how much a Evo X MR with Tech package would cost? I am thinking 36K or more. Replies to this message: gijoewildbill (Nov 25, 2007 10:15 pm) nissan350z (Nov 28, 2007 2:10 pm)
#46 of 80 Re: Price [nissan350z] by gijoewildbill Nov 25, 2007 (10:15 pm)
Replying to: nissan350z (Nov 25, 2007 1:19 pm) Nissan350z:   The expected base price for the GSR is approximately 32 K and the MR is estimated to be 35 to 36K. Adding the tech package will be like adding it to GTS assuming they don't throw more stuff into it and change the package, so expect to add another 2.5 to 3 K on top of that. I would estimate a out the door price with TTL after hagling right at 40K.   Bill Replies to this message: nissan350z (Nov 28, 2007 2:10 pm)

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