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TO THE POINT
What’s New?:BBS wheels; Bilstein shocks; aluminum and carbon fiber trim; and a Vortex Generator (um, yeah – it redirects airflow)
Selling Points: Baahooost!!; all-wheel drive; rail car handling; overall bang for your buck
A must on the family sedan shopping list
Deal Breakers:So-so styling; turbo lag; banging buck or not, it’s still $36,000
Our Advice:If you’re a driving enthusiast, or one who has lost your passion, treat yourself to some seat time in the Evo MR
MEET THE COMPETITION
Subaru Impreza WRX STi Volvo S40 T5 AWD
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Specifications
Competitors include the BMW 330i, Cadillac CTS 3.6-liter, Dodge Neon SRT-4, Ford Mustang GT, Honda S2000, Infiniti G35, Lexus IS 300, Mazda Mazdaspeed6, Nissan 350Z, Nissan Altima SE-R, Nissan Maxima, Pontiac GTO, Saab 9-3 Aero, Subaru Legacy WRX STi, Volvo S40 T5 AWD, Volvo S60 R.
Test Vehicle: 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR
Price as Tested: $35,594 (includes $595 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder
Engine Horsepower: 276 at 6,500 rpm
Engine Torque: 286 at 3,500 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,263 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 19/26 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 19.8 mpg
Length: 178.5 inches
Width: 69.7 inches
Wheelbase: 103.3 inches
Height: 57.1 inches
Leg room (front/rear): 43.0/36.6 inches
Head room (front/rear): 39.9/36.7 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 5
Max. Cargo Volume: 10.2 cubic feet
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