November 9th, 2009
Mitsubishi Grandis is a car that revives a passion for the road and the space and independence of your youth. It not only has spectacular exterior looks to make heads turn, but its soft curvaceous interior means you won’t want your journey to end neither will your 6 passengers.
Under The Hood is where the Mitsubishi Grandis really pulls away from the rest – namely its 2.4L 4G69 MIVEC engine. The Mitsubishi Grandis is heavy but the powerfull engine has enough torque to not just move around 1,600kg of MPV, it’s game for some spirited driving as well. There’s some body roll when taking corners at considerable speeds, but it’s within tolerable limits.
Sleek, futuristic designs on the outside, ergonomically designed in the inside. It is mated to an INVECS-II (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicles Electronic Control System) with Sport Mode 4-speed Automatic Transmission.The surprisingly refined elegance of the interior invites you to step inside. Quieter and more comfortable than you ever expected, the stirring of anticipation as you take in your surroundings is just a taste of the excitement to come. This is where you want to be.
The Mitsubishi Grandis comes with a 5-year or 100,000km warranty and a 3-year or 60,000km Maintenance-Free program. Owners will also be provided with a Mitsubishi Assist 24 card which offers privileges like 24-hour roadside assistance.
2.4-liter MIVEC engine
Designed for performance and on-demand acceleration, this 16-valve SOHC engine also sets new standards for efficiency and low emissions. Equipped with MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) technology, it can adjust the valve timing for optimal performance for all driving conditions. This enables it to produce higher torque at low rpm ranges for quick, clean starts, and higher output in the high ranges for better passing ability.
INVECS-II 4A/T with Sports Mode
 INVECS-II (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicles Electronic Control System) studies your driving habits, including acceleration and brake timing, and uses two sophisticated control programs to automatically accommodate the way you drive. Sports Mode lets drivers enjoy the feel of manual shifting with the convenience of an automatic. The gate-style shift control panel reduces the risk of missed shifts, enabling easier gear changing while adding a sportier feel.
Front and Rear Suspension
Providing confident handling even when accelerating into corners, the suspension on Grandis not only delivers smoother, safer performance, the coil springs and lower roll center work to improve stability and reduce road noise for a quieter ride.
Grandis offers comprehensive safety features to keep you and your passengers at ease.
Anti-Lock Braking System(ABS)
ABS on Grandis has a 4-sensor, 3-channel system that independently activates the brakes to improve stability, particularly when avoiding obstacles or on slippery roads.
Electronic Brake-force Distribution(EBD)
EBD intelligently shifts braking force between front and rear channels in the event the vehicle is loaded with passengers or cargo.
Brake-assist System
By using a vacuum booster connected to the brake fluid master cylinder, the input power is increased during emergency stops.
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October 22nd, 2009
 In 2005, Mitsubishi introduced a concept version of the next-gen Evolution at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show named the Concept-X,designed by Omer Halilhodži? at the company’s European design centre.
Mitsubishi unveiled a second concept car, the Prototype-X, at the 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS).
The Lancer Evolution X sedan features a newly designed 4B11T 2.0 L turbocharged, all-aluminum inline-4 engine. Power and torque depend on the market but all versions will have at least 280 PS (205.9 kW; 276.2 hp) (JDM version), the American market version will have slightly more. The UK models will be reworked by Mitsubishi UK, in accordance with previous MR Evolutions bearing the FQ badge. Options for the UK Evolutions are expected to be between 300 hp (220 kW) and 360 hp (270 kW). Two versions of the car will be offered in the U.S. The Lancer Evolution MR, with 6-speed Twin Clutch Sportronic Shift Transmission (TC-SST). The other version is the GSR which will have a 5-speed manual transmission system. The car has also a new full-time all-wheel drive system named S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control), an advanced version of Mitsubishi’s AWC system used in previous generations. The S-AWC uses torque vectoring technology to send different amount of torque to any wheel at any given time.
It also features Mitsubishi’s new sequential semi-automatic six speed Twin Clutch SST twin-clutch transmission with steering-mounted magnesium alloy shift paddles. A five speed manual gearbox will also be available. Mitsubishi claims that the five speed manual transmission has always been preferred in rallying and should be very refined, resulting in a more satisfying drive.New Lancer Evolution will incorporate Mitsubishi’s next generation RISE safety body.
The production version of Prototype-X has begun production in Autumn 2007. The Evolution X went on sale October 1, 2007 in Japan then in January 2008 in the USA, February in Canada (as the first version of Evolution in Canada)and in March 2008 in the UK at prices between £29,999 and £49,999.The Twin Clutch SST version was available in Japan from November 2007.Europe will follow with sales in May, GSR and MR version included premium Package).
Japanese models
The engine is the 4B11-type 2.0 litre inline-4 turbo engine.It can get to 100km in 3.8 seconds. Aluminum is used in the roof panel, front fenders and the rear spoiler frame structure.Launch model’s engine was rated 280 PS (210 kW; 280 hp)@6500rpm and 422 N·m (311 lb·ft)@3500rpm. Following the repeal of 280 horsepower law in Japan, engine power was raised to 300 PS (220 kW; 300 hp)@6500rpm beginning in 2009 model year.
- RS – 5 speed manual transmission. 16-inch tires. Driver dual-stage airbag. Standard Engine immobilizer.
- GSR – Standard rear spoiler. 5-speed manual or 6-speed Twin Clutch SST transmission (magnesium paddle shifters on SST model). 245/40R18 Yokohama ADVAN A13C tire on Enkei 12-spoke high-rigidity cast alloy wheels or optional BBS lightweight alloy wheels. Brembo ventilated disc brakes. Standard S-AWC 4WD system. Driver and front passenger dual-stage airbag. Standard Engine immobilizer with security alarm. Optional Mitsubishi Motors Communication System (MMCS) which comprises a 30Gb hard disk drive audio/navigation system with 7 mm (0.28 in) LCD screen. Optional Rockford Fosgate premium sound system. Optional keyless remote entry.
- GSR-Premium – Replacement of Premium Package beginning with 2009 model year, but added MMCS and Rockford Fosgate premium audio.
GSR can be fitted with following packages:
- High Performance Package – Bilstein single tube shock absorbers and Eibach coil springs, brembo 2-piece disc brakes, high performance tires with stiffer walls and better grip.
- Stylish Exterior Package – Chrome finish for the front grille lattice and beltline molding, body color-keyed fender vents, adds fog lamps.
- Leather Combination Interior – The seats matches the color of the exterior.
- Premium Package – All 3 above packages plus 18 in (457.2 mm) BBS lightweight alloy wheels.
North American models
Engine produces 295 PS (217 kW; 291 hp)@6500rpm and 407 N·m (300 lb·ft)@4400rpm.
- GSR – Same as base Japanese GSR. (available only with manual 5 speed)
- MR – 6-speed TC-SST transmission. Suspension with Eibach springs and Bilstein struts. 18-inch BBS forged alloy wheels. Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. Color-keyed large rear spoiler. Leather and sueded seating. Electronic keyless entry and starting system. Steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Bluetooth hands-free cellular phone interface system with voice recognition.
- MR Premium – MR with a 650 watt (max) Rockford Fosgate Navigation/Stereo with 9 speakers.
- MR Touring – new 2010 MR trim introduced in August 2009, major differences from the MR are the rear-lip spoiler, heated full-leather seats, upgraded interior trim, and a power-sunroof on steel roof.
Option packages:
- (GSR only) Sight, Sound and Spoiler Package – Xenon HID headlamps with manual leveling; large rear spoiler; FAST-Key electronic entry and starting system; 650-watt (maximum) Rockford Fosgate audio system; in-dash 6-disc CD changer; Sirius Satellite Radio with six months prepaid subscription.
- (MR and MR Touring) Technology Package: Mitsubishi Multi Communication System, GPS navigation with Diamond Lane Guidance; 30GB hard disc drive with Digital Music Server, in-dash DVD/CD player, multifunction 7-inch (180 mm) color LCD touchscreen, 650(710 for 2010 model)-watt (maximum) Rockford Fosgate high-performance audio system, Sirius Satellite Radio with six months prepaid subscription.
UK models
UK cars kept the Evolution X name.
- GS – Base Japanese GSR with Enkei wheels, 5-speed manual transmission, Stereo radio/CD with MP3 compatibility and 6 speakers.
- GSR – GS with HDD navigation with radio and music server (MMCS), Rockford Fosgate premium audio, iPod/MP3 auxiliary input port.
- GSR SST (FQ-300, FQ-330) – GSR FQ-300 with 6-speed TC-SST transmission with SST mode selection (normal, sport, super sport). GSR SST FQ-330 was released in 2009.
Engine options:
- FQ-300 – Engine rated 295 PS (217 kW; 291 hp) at 6500 rpm and 407 N·m (300 lb·ft) at 3500 rpm.
- FQ-330 – Engine rated 329 PS (242 kW; 324 hp) at 6500 rpm and 437 N·m (322 lb·ft) at 3500 rpm.
- FQ-360 – Engine rated 359 PS (264 kW; 354 hp) at 6500 rpm and 492 N·m (363 lb·ft) at 3500 rpm. Carbon fibre front lip spoiler, rear vortex generator, gear knob, hand brake. Front leather Recaro seats.
- FQ-400- Engine rated 410 PS (300 kW; 400 hp) and 542 N·m (400 lb·ft) of torque. It also includes six-piston calipers, upgraded brakes and 18-inch wheels fitted with Toyo Proxes R1R tyres , a new aero kit that includes additional cooling intakes, vents, a larger air intake in the hood and ducts. Estimated 100 vehicles would be made.It accelerates 0-62 mph in 3.8 seconds (est.) and has a top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited). The car uses Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) a four-wheel-drive system which appropriates power to the wheels that can best use it. Depending on the conditions the driver can select the most suitable set-up for the S-AWC system, three choices – Tarmac, Gravel and Snow – being offered via the wheel-mounted button and displayed in the central instrument binnacle.
Standard equipment for the range-topping Lancer Evolution X model is comprehensive, the FQ-400 coming with Bluetooth hands-free telephone connection, a CD-tuner with 30 Gig hard drive, DVD satellite navigation and privacy glass. Convenience features like remote central locking, automatic headlamps and windscreen wipers increase the FQ-400’s ease of use. Available from June 2009, the FQ-400 is covered by a three year / 36,000 mile warranty. Cost £49,999 (list price).
European models
Engine rated 295 PS (217 kW; 291 hp) at 6500 rpm and 366 N·m (270 lb·ft) at 3500 rpm.
- GSR – 5 speed manual (GSR 5 M/T) or 6-speed TC-SST transmission (GSR TC-SST).
- MR TC-SST – 6-speed TC-SST transmission. Suspension with Eibach springs and Bilstein struts. 18-inch BBS forged alloy wheels. Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. Mitsubishi Multi Communication System.
Australian / New Zealand models
Engine rated 295 PS (217 kW; 291 hp) at 6500 rpm and 366 N·m (270 lb·ft) at 3500 rpm.
- GSR – 5 speed manual or 6-speed TC-SST transmission.
- MR – 6-speed TC-SST transmission. Suspension with Eibach springs and Bilstein struts. 18-inch BBS forged alloy wheels. Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. Mitsubishi Multi Communication System.
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