2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart debuts at Detroit
The new 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart debuted at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show. The new Lancer Ralliart can be called an entry-level version of the upcoming Evolution, with a turbocharged engine and all-wheel-drive.
The Lancer Ralliart is powered by the new 2.0-litre DOHC MIVEC intercooled and turbocharged engine (also used in the Lancer Evolution) that develops an estimated 235 hp and 253 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to Mitsubishi’s efficient Twin Clutch-SST gearbox that uses paddle-actuated shifts. The TC-SST transmission also operates in fully automatic modes for Normal and Sport driving conditions. There is no word of a standard manual version.
The Lancer Ralliart’s full-time 4WD driveline features Mitsubishi’s Active Center Differential (ACD). The ACD unit employs an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch center differential, vectoring drive torque to the front and rear according to different driving conditions to realize the best balance between steering response and traction characteristics on Tarmac, Gravel, or Snow surfaces. Lancer Ralliart is also equipped with front helical limited slip differential and a rear differential mechanical limited slip differential.
The Lancer Ralliart exterior is distinguished by its more aggressively styled front bumper design, rear bumper cover, dual outlet muffler and a lightweight aluminum, ducted hood that delivers cooling air to the turbocharger. It has 215/45 tires on 18-inch alloy rims. Basically, it looks like an Evo, but without the widebody kit.
The interior is equipped with FAST key, Bluetooth hands-free telephone interface, the same Twin Clutch-SST shifter used on Lancer Evolution, and easily accessible steering column mounted paddle shifters. Available equipment and options to include Recaro seats, HID headlights, 650-watt Rockford Fosgate 9-speaker audio system, Sirius satellite radio, power sunroof, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive navigation system with digital music server.
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Anybody think that the front of the new Evo and Lancer Ralli Art looks like the mouth of a blow up sex doll? Is it just me?
Dr.Gonzo
23 Feb 08 at 6:24 am