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Lancer Evolution X’d?

Lancer Evolution X rumors have been flying lately. It’s been known to all that Mitsubishi will probably discontinue the legendary Lancer Evolution X after the current generation (Evo X). However, Mitsubishi is planning to send the Evolution off on a high note – the Lancer Evolution X Final Concept.

Besides some special tweaks to the exterior cosmetics, significant upgrades have been made to the 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine.

EVO X highlights: Final Edition

– Engine: new HKS turbocharger, revised intake/exhaust/cooling system, new ECU tuning, ouput: 473hp

– 5-speed manual transmission
– AWD
– To be debuted in 2015 Tokyo auto show next January

Mitsubishi as an automaker is having a hard time recently in the US market. However, do not be confused with the whole Mitsubishi Group. It not only make cars, its business covers many industries such as mining, telecom, electronics, construction, oil/gas, and even real estate, financial institutes, foods/beverages.

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is what we are talking about. Today officials from Mitsubishi Motors told medias that they have extended the life of the current Lancer Evolution X, which means we will see the 2015 model year of this fantastic car.

The Lancer Evolution X can be considered a totally different car than the normal Lancer sedans...