Mitsubishi introduces 2004 Lancer Ralliart
article by: TST Staff
10/05/03 -- Just like Mazda with Mazdaspeed, Subaru with STi, and like Ford with its SVT brand. Ralliart has played a important role to the Mitsubishi company, such as completing in the WRC (World Rally Circuit) events and creating top performance parts for Mitsubishi.
Mitsubishi's idea was to compete its Ralliart edition against other manufactures such as the Mazdaspeed Protegé 5, Nissan Sentra SE-R, Ford SVT Focus.
The Lancer Ralliart which features a 2.4L SOHC inline four assisted by Mitsubishi's Innovative Valve Timing and Electronic Control (MIVEC), which is basically the equivalent of Toyota's VVT-i. The engine will generate approximately 160 hp (which is 40 more horses then the 2003 "120hp" model) at around 5750 rpm. The torque is also estimated around 162-ft at 4000rpm. Buyers will also have a choice of a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.
Exterior
Front and side air dam "Evo" design.
Rear end bumper and "Evo" tailights.
New Rear wing spolier
MacPherson front struts and rear multilink system
Red tubular tower strut bar
Larger rear stabilizing bar
Larger front and rear brake discs.
ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (optional)
Interior
Black fabric with red trim and embroidered Ralliart logo
315-watt Infinity sound system with subwoofer (optional)
Price range for this car is around $18,000 range. Mitsubishi is also releasing a
wagon version, which will cost around the $19,000. The disadvantage of the wagon is that it only comes as a four speed automatic.
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