LA Auto Show 2007: US-spec 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution lands
Mitsubishi pulled the covers off the US-spec 2008 Lancer Evolution X, and the differences between your red, white, and blue steed and the one from its homeland are: the steering wheel is on the left, versions with the 6-speed SST auto ‘box are called the MR (the 5-speed manual is the GSR), and the seat cushions are longer in order to fit longer American bodies.
The stripper RS model is not on offer here — that’s the one without a radio and power options. The differences between our GSR and the MR aren’t many, but depending on your preferences they might not be minor. The standard GSR has a radio and power accessories, but does not come with a wing — that would get added in the Sight, Sound, and Spoiler package, which throws in HID headlamps and a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate system. The optional package for the MR is the Technology Package, which adds goodies to the stereo system (like a subwoofer and hard drive), Bluetooth, navigation, and the Fast Key entry system.
When it comes to inner workings, the GS rides on 18-inch Enkeis. The MR gets 18-inch BBS forged alloys, as well as Bilstein shock absorbers, Eibach springs, and 2-piece rotors. Voila. Lancer Evo X pricing according to one source will be around $30,000 for the GSR, and $36,000 for the MR. Follow the jump to read the full press release and options, and check out our live shots of the car’s reveal in the gallery below. Video of the live introduction is also available after the jump.
[source: AutoBlog]
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