Mitsubishi Motors shows how the Lancer Evolution X was born John Easton

In the production in partnership with Bufalos TV, the English coach tells his story and invites the driver Luiz Razia for a turn that 340 hp machine
Launched in late 2014, the farewell version of the Lancer Evolution X for Brazil was prepared by the Englishman John Easton, responsible for four titles in the WRC (World Rally Championship) that the Evo won in its history, and has won the title of builders.

To know a little more work Easton, Mitsubishi Brazil went to England and visited the site where vehicles are prepared, a place of dreams for those passionate about cars. Back in Brazil, John invited the pilot Luiz Razia for a few laps in his newest creation.

Directed and produced by Bufalos TV, the film has fantastic scenes of Evo in action and also shows how the car can be "behaved" for everyday use.

Watch: http://youtu.be/nYTUOZtBfQk


A little more than Lancer Evolution X John Easton
With a jaw-dropping performance of even the most accustomed to the speed, the Lancer Evolution X is no ordinary sports. It is a legend. In 2015 version, Mitsubishi Motors of Brazil even more spice to this model, which won an engine with 340 hp and 48.5 kgf.m torque.

Made especially for Brazil with 90 numbered units, the model is signed by renowned British engineer John Easton, considered one of the popes in the preparation of engines in Europe. He was technical director of Mitsubishi Ralliart in the four titles of the Lancer Evolution WRC, world rally championship, and have won the constructors' title for the brand. Today is responsible for developing many of the Lancer for competitions.

In addition to the more powerful engine, the Lancer Evolution X 2015 is with a more sporty look, with wheels in graphite color and the outline of the front grille red.

History, commitment and pioneering
The story of the Lancer Evolution spans more than 40 years. Thanks to the development and pioneering of Mitsubishi Motors, the model brings together a collection of fans around the world.

The achievements are many and made this sport a reference when it comes to pioneering spirit, power and technology. Over the years, accumulated awards and achievements, as the four titles in the World Rally Championship (WRC), the most important competition of world speed rally, and 11 other titles in the P-WRC category for production cars. The Lancer Evolution X took to the streets and the taste of love for speed by uniting technology and high performance with sophistication and comfort.

The Lancer Evolution X is a complete vehicle. Besides all the sportiness, gathers items of comfort and convenience, such as lighting sensor lights and rain and Automatic air conditioning and multimedia system with GPS navigator, Bluetooh, CD and DVD.

His performance impresses. The turbocharged 340 hp and 48.5 kgf.m torque is integrated into the dual-clutch transmission Twin Clutch SST, which makes gear changes extremely quickly.

The Lancer Evolution X has all-wheel drive and 4x4 is equipped with various electronic control systems, which simultaneously act to prevent loss of traction on slippery surfaces, correct the trajectory or prevent lateral slip. As the traction control system (S-AWC), active center differential (ACD), stability control (ASC), lateral acceleration control (AYC) system and four-channel ABS with EBD.

Bold Design
The Lancer Evolution X is not lost on the streets, thanks to its striking appearance with jetfighter grid, the large air intakes on the hood and the generous rear spoiler that in addition to giving a sporty design, has aerodynamic function, generating the down force and ensuring greater stability.

The bi-xenon headlights have washer and automatic height control, beyond the AFS system, a beacon to assist curves. The exhaust tips are double and made in stainless steel.

For maximum performance, the Lancer Evolution X has ceiling, front fenders and hood aluminum, leaving the vehicle lighter and lower center of gravity.

Premium
The sporty Lancer Evolution X is present in all details. Inside, the front seats are Recaro © type of shell that in addition to convey the feeling of competition cars, give more comfort and stability to the driver. Are coated with leather and have heating.

The instrument panel with silver light is modern and full of details that enhance the sportiness of the vehicle. The trip computer in color LCD is in the center and brings together 19 functions.

The leather steering wheel with unique design for the model has integrated audio and autopilot commands and Paddle Shiffters facilitate shifting.

Performance, technology, and style
The dual-clutch transmission Twin Clutch SST is synonymous with what is most advanced. Allows three driving modes: Normal, Sport and Super Sport, which can easily be changed via a button on the center console.

The system is pre-engagement and enables extremely fast answers to the gear changes. This is only possible because the odd gears and pairs are mounted on separate gears, which means that the system works as if the vehicle should have two exchange working simultaneously. The result of all this technology are dynamic exchanges and the ideal rotation.

With three modes of operation, the Lancer Evolution X is ready to run in any situation. In Normal mode, it works like any vehicle with automatic transmission, ideal for running in the city, since trades are made at low revs. But if the driver is on a track where it is necessary to require more power can opt for the Super Sport, and the vehicle will perform the exchange of marches made at high speeds, lined the excellent performance of the engine brake.

Safely Technology
The AWD 4x4 AWD allows the selection of three different ways, depending on the type of flooring that the vehicle is driven: asphalt, floor slippery and low grip, increasing safety and ensuring the best performance in all conditions.

In line with the DNA of 4x4 Mitsubishi, Lancer Evolution X brings an independent sports suspension system on all four wheels and aluminum arms. And also has a configuration seen only in competition lines and high performance, composed of Bilstein® dampers and springs Eibach®. The smooth control of this whole system is left to Brembo® brakes, equipping vehicles of competition in various categories of motorsport.

To increase the grip and performance, forged BBS® 18-inch wheels and sports tires low profile 245/40 are efficient and also give a sporty look to the model.

The body has the RISE system crumple in the event of accidents, which preserves the cell passengers by offering high shock absorption. The Lancer Evolution X also has the Full system airbags: two front, four curtains, two side and one for the driver's knee.

The vehicle is available in dealerships Mitsubishi throughout Brazil in five colors: black, red, silver, gray and white.