Lemie Pie
February 24th, 2008, 11:02 PM
What Edmunds.com Says:This could be the best selling Lancer yet, although Mitsubishi really needs to offer a manual to maintain the car's image as a true enthusiast's sedan.
What We Know: The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart uses a new turbocharged 2.0-liter MIVEC engine that the company said develops an estimated 235 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque. The only transmission option is the twin-clutch SST gearbox that gives the driver the option of paddle shifting, although a true manual may be added later. Aggressive styling is achieved with a dual-outlet muffler, a lightweight aluminum ducted hood that allows cool air to flow to the turbocharger and a rear bumper cover. Giving the Ralliart constant traction is full-time 4WD featuring an Active Center Differential. It vectors drive torque to the front and rear depending on the driving surface, and also allows the driver to choose from Tarmac, Gravel and Snow driving modes. Optional equipment will include Recaro seats, HID headlights, a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate nine-speaker audio system, Sirius Satellite Radio, a power sunroof and a 30GB hard drive navigation system.
What We Know: The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart uses a new turbocharged 2.0-liter MIVEC engine that the company said develops an estimated 235 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque. The only transmission option is the twin-clutch SST gearbox that gives the driver the option of paddle shifting, although a true manual may be added later. Aggressive styling is achieved with a dual-outlet muffler, a lightweight aluminum ducted hood that allows cool air to flow to the turbocharger and a rear bumper cover. Giving the Ralliart constant traction is full-time 4WD featuring an Active Center Differential. It vectors drive torque to the front and rear depending on the driving surface, and also allows the driver to choose from Tarmac, Gravel and Snow driving modes. Optional equipment will include Recaro seats, HID headlights, a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate nine-speaker audio system, Sirius Satellite Radio, a power sunroof and a 30GB hard drive navigation system.