Test Drive Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII 2000 - 2003 Sedan
Happiness of the middle class
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The main features of the design of the 9th generation of sportiness, excellent handling and bright personality. Many of their driving features are taken from the super-sustained in the Mitsubishi LaNcer Evolution racing rally. For Russia, from the whole model range, traditionally preferring sedans (almost half of all sales), and the rest of Europe (emphasis on stylish sports universals) both of these body options are envisaged. Thus, Mitsubishi more and more from the faceless in their mass of 5-door hatchbacks, developing a popular transport segment for an active lifestyle Lifestyle Station Wagon.
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Modern security systems include frontal inflatable pillows, a hydraulic switch with a progressive characteristic, ABS with EBD (electronic brake force distribution system), protective shockproof bars in all doors, seat belts with pretensioners for the driver and front passenger. The Lancer body is designed by the RISE brand technology, which includes the front and rear zones of the processed deformation, with a solid power frame. Also, the base bundle includes electric windows of all doors, adjusting the steering wheel tilting and driver's seat height, electronic immobilizer, multiparable halogen headlights. A complete list of options for the new Lancer takes two pages with small font.
The average fuel consumption in LAncer is 6.5 (with a motor 1.3) and 8 liters (1.6) per hundred. Quite a decent result. For countries with a cold climate, Mitsubishi retrieves cars with a rechargeable battery and heated front seats. The wheel base of the new Lancer is a bit more, which made it possible to increase the space for the legs of the front and rear passengers, and by increasing the overall length also in the head zone. Independent suspension of all wheels and widespread use of sound insulation materials, such as silicone seals in the doors, significantly reduce the noise level. The backs of the rear seats are folded in the ratio of 60:40. The interior decoration is infertility and practical, as is like an economical compact car for every day: Gray fabric of seats and side upholstery, gray velor carpet. This, probably, should be an economical, inexpensive and reliable car for the average family.
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A source: Magazine "Wheels" [№73 / 2003]