Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution - What's New for 2005
For 2005 the Lancer Evolution continues to push the envelope in all aspects of performance: acceleration, cornering and braking. The 2005 Lancer Evolution VIII MR edition boasts improvements including a larger turbo for improved horsepower, six-speed close-ratio manual transmission, BBS one-piece forged alloy wheels, fast-response Bilstein(R) shocks, and an aluminum roof for a lower center of gravity. The all-wheel drive system has evolved to include front helical limited slip differential and Electronic Active Center Differential (E-ACD), which combine to create an unprecedented level of handling capability.
Lineup
| Models | 5 M/T | 6 M/T | |
| Lancer Evolution RS | 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 intercooled turbo, 4G63 |
X
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| Lancer Evolution VIII | 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 intercooled turbo, 4G63 |
X
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| Lancer Evolution MR Edition | 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 intercooled turbo, 4G63 |
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X
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Changes for 2005
| Features: |
Availability
|
Benefit/Comments
|
Status
|
| Mechanical/Technical: | |||
| 276 hp output engine / 286 lb-ft of torque |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
+5 hp increase / +13 lb-ft increase, due to larger diameter turbo nozzle (9.8 -- 10.5) and new waste gate shape (oval -- circle) for improved boost response
|
New
|
| Front helical limited slip differential |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
Formerly available only on RS model.
|
Change
|
| Electronic active center differential (E-ACD) |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
Responsive performance road, snow or gravel
|
New
|
| Large size cup holder |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
Improved convenience
|
New
|
| 6-speed M/T close-ratio sport transmission |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR edition
|
New
|
| Bilstein(R) front & rear shock absorbers |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR Edition. These faster-response shocks, designed specifically for Evolution by Bilstein(R), provide higher-limit handling and improved ride comfort
|
New
|
| Water spray intercooler |
N/A
|
Dropped for all models, due to packaging for the ACD
|
New
|
| Exterior: | |||
| New exterior colors Wicked White Electric Blue |
All Models |
Replaces:
Weightless White Blue By You |
Change
|
| New exclusive color: Graphite Gray |
MR
|
Exclusive to the MR Edition
|
New
|
| Aluminum door side impact bars |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
Lighter weight
|
New
|
| Aluminum roof panel |
MR & RS
(STANDARD) |
Lighter weight, lower center of gravity for less body roll and improved handling
|
New
|
| BBS(R) one-piece forged alloy wheels (dark gray) |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR edition, these wheels reduce unsprung weight (by 1.25kg per wheel)
|
New
|
| Headlamps: HID + fog lamps |
VIII / MR
(OPT / STD) |
Changed to optional for VIII, standard equipment for MR edition
|
Change
|
| Thin body sheet metal |
RS
(STANDARD) |
Reduced body weight (rear deck lid)
|
New
|
| Interior: | |||
| Meter cluster |
All Models
(STANDARD) |
Upgraded to include ACD display:
Tarmac, Gravel, Snow |
New
|
| MR edition floor mats |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR Edition
|
New
|
| "Lancer Evolution MR" shift panel identification plate |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR Edition
|
New
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| Accessory Packages: | |||
| RS PACKAGE: Aluminum sport pedals, 5 M/T shift knob, turbo boost gauge kit (boost, voltage, oil pressure gauges) |
RS
(STANDARD) |
Styling and performance accents
|
New
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| MR PACKAGE: Aluminum sport pedals, 6 M/T billet aluminum shift knob, carbon fiber/aluminum brake grip, Vortex roof spoiler, wheel locks, turbo boost gauge kit (boost, voltage, oil pressure), MR Edition exterior badge |
MR
(STANDARD) |
Exclusive to the MR Edition
|
New
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Last updated: 7/22/04. Technical data, features, options and other equipment listed in this document are based on the latest information available at the time of release and are subject to change without notice.
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