2015 Mitsubishi Evolution X MR Review - The Last Evo
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- The 2015 Mitsubishi Evolution X MR is the final model year for the Evo. The vehicle features a 2.0L I4 engine producing 291 HP and 300 lb-ft of torque, sent though a sophisticated AWD system called S-AWC which involves an active center differential and a torque vectoring rear differential. The MR features a 6 speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) with paddle shifters.
The Evo X has multiple transmission modes: Normal, Sport, and Super Sport where shift points and shifting speeds are altered. There are also various AWD modes including Tarmac, Gravel, and Snow.
NOTE: I'm told there is a USB port in the glove compartment. Thanks for pointing this out!
Other Features Include:
- 710 Watt Rockford-Fosgate premium sound system
- 10" subwoofer
- 6.1" touch screen
- BREMBO brakes
- Bilstein shocks
- Eibach springs
- BBS Forged Alloy wheels
- Active Yaw Control
MSRP As Tested: $41,805
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For the first time in real life, we have an automatic transmission that works like Gran Turismo 1997.
It's not s proper EVO without rear wing >.
I think it looks more elegant and unassuming but yeah it's not the same without the huge wing.
+Imbra Šlauf It's not a plane...
Or a freaking manual transmission
+Imbra Šlauf and no Recaros?
+Davie Blaze yeah this no is a Evo is like a normal Lancer rallyall
I own a '11 Evo and I find it pretty amusing how many people walk up to my car without any clue on what it is. Someone even thought it was a Subaru/STI lol
Some non car people don't even know what car they drive themselves...
I loved the demonstration of the different driving modes of the dual clutch transmission the MR has. No other review I've found has that! Thanks!!!
Since i've read that you will be doing a follow up to clear things up on how the ACD works I moved this comment for easier access so you will have plenty of information to go off of which you may use if you want or ignore though it is a very good explanation on how it works. Looking forward to the new video.
The ACD is a bevel-gear type center differential with a front/rear torque distribution of 50 : 50. The differential is controlled by an electrically controlled hydraulic multi-plate clutch. The ACD unit hydraulically controls the limited-slip locking state of the center differential which ranges between full locked, full open, and every point in between these two states. It calculates what the optimum locking amount would be using real-time input from the sensors and which ACD mode is selected. When the car is accelerating or decelerating rapidly, the ACD begins to engage the limited-slip locking on the differential. The harder you accelerate or decelerate, the more it locks. This is done to provide maximum lateral stability and wheel traction. The ACD allows the differential to operate in more of a free state when steering movements are made. When turning, the wheels in the front have to travel a further distance than the wheels in the rear. This is because the wheels in the front travel using a larger turning radius than the rear wheels as you can see from this picture. static.flickr.com/9/75406254_d439069b18.jpg?v=0
So in order for smooth turning, the center differential needs to become open to allow for the front set to turn at a different speed
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If the front wheels are spinning faster than the rear wheels, then the ACD begins to lock the clutches up. If the amount of force exerted by the front wheels is less than the amount the clutches resist, then the slip is stopped and both front and rear spin at the same speed. However, if the force the clutches can resist is less than the force exerted by the slipping set of wheels, then the wheels will slip, but only by how much remaining force the slipping wheels overpowered the clutches with. Despite popular belief, this switch DOES NOT change the torque split. The differential is geared at 50:50 and cannot be changed by the push of a button. What this switch actually does is quite simple. Each setting determines how long the ACD will delay in freeing the center differential after a steering input is made. In addition, it will determine how much locking force the ACD will exhibit on the clutch pack and center differential. TARMAC is the setting to be used in dry, paved conditions. In this setting, the ACD will almost immediately allow the center differential to go into a free state upon detecting a steering input. Additionally, this mode provides the strongest limited-slip clamping force of the three modes. GRAVEL is the setting designed for wet or loose roads. In this setting, the ACD will delay in freeing the center differential for a moment. Of the three modes, this one has the second strongest clamping force. SNOW is the setting designed for, you guessed it, snow. In this setting, the ACD will delay in freeing the center differential for much longer than the other two settings. Of the three modes, this one also provides the least amount of clamping power
It's just a nice bonus from your videos that I often know the twisty roads you drive so well. Been up and down the gorge in my GTI many times. :)
Excellent review. Your comments are pretty much in line with what I've seen with my 2008 GSR, which is my daily driver. Still love the car, which has been reliable and particularly fun in the snow with the right tires. I don't know why Mitsubishi would discontinue this vehicle, as it is one of the only really truly great ones they make (IMO).
I've got to say, I've owned this car for a year and I love it. I was bit by the mod bug immediately and started tuning it. First thing I did was remap the TC-SST to firm up the clutch engagement in normal mode. I reduced all values in the clutch pressure ramp rate tables and torque to throttle ramp rate inputs. This made it a lot more aggressive and the car puts a lot more power to the ground with no clutch slip (even in normal). I've now installed an MHI18k along with FBOs (AMS, K&N etc). No regrets not going GSR, the car is more of a sleeper now and less attention from cops.
this is my REALISTIC car goal. This is my dream car...
Txphr same
Finally the time has come for this i waited long time . tnx man.
I'm glad you finally changed the angle for the thumbnail, i think it attracts much more attention.
+DarkNight Haha each thumbnail is unique, probably won't always be the case!
I don't know about the MR. But my 2015 GSR has a USB input in the glove box.
+Michael Hasselbring Oooh, I probably missed it! Thanks.
+Engineering Explained like the token early cup holders of the 90s.
+Michael Hasselbring yep thats were mine is in my MR. That's some 2008 era placement.
2015 MR USB input also in the glove box.
mine too and it has recaros
Why don't you go through all the mechanical aspects of the cars anymore (Suspension, brakes, exhaust)? That was one of the things that made your reviews unique from everyone else's?
Good point. A 10 second pan shot of the undercarriage isn't enough.
+XxGreYSh0TxX Primarily it comes down to time; though I've had very little feedback that it's missed.
+Engineering Explained you could try cutting a separate under the hood segment and seeing how popular those are. After all this is EE right?
+Engineering Explained I miss it. I liked the way you reviewed cars how an Engineer would look at things. Start it up again👍
+Engineering Explained I miss the mechanicals too. I think that's what I like most about your channel is your mechanical understanding of it. Maybe you could start doing segments comparing cars mechanically to each other. Like STI vs Evo or Camaro vs Mustang and see who made better design choices.
I still remember searching "how turbo works" and first watching your channel bro XD
Wow, what a sad farewell to the Evo, no Recaros and automatic.
+OzcarMtl the MR is Auto the GSR is still manual. the seats were due to safety regulations
Frederick Thomas Oh I didn't know that, I switched to WRX team when Mitsubishi announced they wouldn't make the Evo anymore, and now I love Subaru more than I ever loved Mitsubishi.
PS. I've never owned either. :(
+OzcarMtl Ya i had an 06 subaru WRX and i had such a bad experience with the car and the dealership i never wanted to go back.
ya thats what i heard after but the brand new WRX is supposed to be pretty good with the new motor and transmission
Frederick Thomas yeah the new subies should be monsters. Anything new is better so hopefully that's the case. But either way can't afford it. Haha
His words and attitude told me one thing about the car, his smile at 8:00 said so much more.
These are the type of reviews we need,not like the namby pamby "Ooo,Its a lovely colour and has nice alloy wheels" review.Great work....SUBSCRIBED!
+yoodoo122 Thanks for subscribing!
@Engineering Explained how tall are you because i am 1.90m and i think i would have i problem with the non-telescoping streering wheel.
Been wondering about the Evo X, does it have hill start like other sports car especially stick shift?
I know WRX/STI has it but does the Evo have them?
You can change the brightness of the entertainment system. First thing I noticed about your review other than your corrected mistake of the USB port. I'll be back after watching the whole video. =)
Also worth mentioning the MR gets two piece brake rotors in the front along with the better suspension and wheels. The GSR doesn't. You filmed them a few times. :)
You should make a video explaining all the different transmission types, PDK, dual clutch and others.
thanks for videos mate....pls do more
It was a bless that I am in Canada. And 2015 EVO still got the recaro!
Awesome review. I too own a 2015 MR. Question: the manual says not to use S-Sport mode unless you are at the drag strip. Do you think it is safe on the transmission for normal everyday driving? I have yet to try S-Sport mode.
+Cesar Diaz The shifts are quicker and the engine revs up to 7k, doesn't change gears. It's certainly not going to promote longevity, but that doesn't necessarily mean you shouldn't use it on the right road. :)
Driver smiling - the best way to know that the car is really fun! :)
I'm a Subaru guy all day long but I've always had a lot of respect for the Evo and am sad to see it go. The early-mid 2000s which saw the fight between Subaru and Mitsubishi were fun, exciting times. It's sad to see where Mitsubishi has ended up too, they used to build some great cars, hell even my dad's '03 Lancer OZ (all 120hp of it) was a great car. It's a shame really.
I feel like mitsubishi is going to go out of business...
+bryce hamilton Mitsubishi heavy industries is doing fine, it's just their cars that are not up to par with dedicated car companies anymore.
+setiisforeal they are not struggling in asia and europe
+setiisforeal Their cars are like what? maybe 3% of their entire business? They are probably seeing too little profit and reason to keep it alive.
+setiisforeal it's fuji heavy industry. the whole mitsubishi is owned by them. granted, some of the product does use mitsubishi's name
+bryce hamilton I just bought a Microwave from them.
Sad to hear this is the last Evo, they are such beautiful cars
There is a USB input. It's in the glove box..
+Elie Kassouf Yep, I added an annotation and comment in the video description.
Pretty strange place to put that...
+Jonathan Dicam Lamborghini does it like this as well ;)
I've always dreamed of driving an Evo on an empty mountain road. I just hope there are some left by the time I can afford that chance.
In Australia we still have the manual and recaro seat :D hopefully ill save up enough for it
I'm just curious about on thing. For the Subaru STi, you stated that the torque was coming only at 4'000RPM and that the engine needed to be hold in high revs. What is not confortable for an everyday car.
You mention for this car the sweetspot comes between 4'000 RPM and 5'000... do you have the same hole than the subaru on low revs ?
Super Sport keeps you "in the highest gear possible"? I believe you mean either "highest rev-band possible" or "lowest gear possible". 7:25
Yes, lowest possible gear, highest RPM.
+Engineering Explained when you said mitsubishi took out the Recaro seats for 2015 models it's because u.s safety requires all new vehicles have air bags seat. exception... final edition
Dealerships are gauging customers on still brand new unsold 2014's with the Recaro seats. Assholes at a dealership near me are charging near $55,000 for a fully loaded MR with the leather Recaro's...... Their reason being "last Evo with Recaro's" lol no thanks...
+Alex Zevallos Haha you could always buy your own Recaros and have them installed for way less.
Engineering Explained Exactly! LOL. Luckily I own a 2010 Ralliart which had the optional Recaro package :)
@@EngineeringExplained Beautiful roads, where are you based?
Do you need different trans oil in the front and read diff also considering the LSD used ? What oil should be used ?
Great Video. Sad to see that car go. It would be nice i you could get your hands on a Ralliart version of the lancer and compare it to the subaru counterpart. Thanks
+engineering explained so do evos come with a 6 speed MT also?
Cool little transition at 0:54 :)
I just bough a red Evo X 2009 with 48,000 miles for 21,200 CAD so around 17k USD. I don't regret one bit, always put a smile on my face.
The usb port might be hiding in the glove box. You have to open the glove box to see it. It's really hard to find.
Very informative thanks & drive safe!
Small gripe, but the EVO does have a USB input. It's in the glove box.
+Silverhold Yep, added an annotation and note in the video description.
Nice Pull on the Corbett on ramp headed I84 westbound.
so whibh one its better to have evo or sti according to you?
*The extinction of Evolution.*
Sebastian Rosenberg when evolution loses to its competitors it dies but then one such beast shall arise once again
Is that Bridal Veil where you do your 0-60 tests?
control manually with paddle shifters? 0:55
Ok, but it's still automatic transmission, right?
Great review! Would you, please, give a little bit more info on how that rear part of the drivetrain works with the planetary and clutches. Perhaps you could give me a link to some article with a view on paper or something similar. I'd be very grateful! Keep the great work up!
+Stefan Ovcharov This video, plus read the video description for more details: czcams.com/video/qwwFZAbYGW0/video.html
Engineering Explained Thanx.
I owned a 2005 STi and then moved on to a 2011 Evo GSR. I've also had a ForesterXT and still have a Legacy. Side to side, I really miss the 6spd MT in the STi. It was FAR better than the 5spd MT in the GSR. But handling in the GSR blows the STi away. I miss the boxer rumble under heavy boost with better flowing exhaust, but seems like the ELE manifold on newer designs gets rid of it anyhow. Anyhow I
This is a very fair review.
Funny you mention about the tank size of the Evo, in the 8g Galants and 3g Eclipses that were a similar size, Mitsu had a 17 gallon tank. Those 2 -2.5 extra gallons would put the range at about the STi's
If you every come across an Evo 6.5, or even a 6 or 5 could you do a review on it? Bit hard to find in America I know.
They were the last of the rally pure bred Evos back when Mitsubishi were still following group A homologation rules for the WRC
Its a shame they got rid of Recaros, that was one of the pivotal things that made the interior bearable.
Lol. Right? Evo owners used to be able to Subie owners, "Atleast I have Recaros..." Now they can't even say that. This is a sad way to go out for the Evo.
+HawkeyeSTiGuy Both of my Evos have recaros ;)
+mrjost55 They still have them everywhere except the U.S.
+mrjost55 they got rid of them because they didnt meet the updated DOT regulations.
+mrjost55 big deal...you can get aftermarket or buy used ones on ebay..
I'll let you know about the ignition - I have one of those on my Mazda - yes its a knob that you turn while not needing to pull your keys out of your pocket - and its easy to remove the knob with a standard key entry underneath in case keyless start doesn't happen (flat battery in remote or other fault). If it were a push button start and the battery went dead in the remote (or other fault) then you wouldn't be able to start your car. The method with the twist-knob is better in my opinion.
Was that a 0-60 pull onto I-84 by Multnomah Falls? I live about 20 minutes away :)
it has usb port in glovebox
It's about time that the Evo got a break. Hopefully it will return with new tech in it and get way better gas mileage. Same for the STI. There are big, heavy 5+ liter V8's getting the same and better MPG than these beloved AWD sports cars right now.
What is STI gonna do alone in the market from now on?
+Sebastian Rosenberg The Focus RS will put it in its place! :) The Golf R is pretty impressive as well.
+Engineering Explained
I hear the Merc A series will also be coming to America; also the rs3 for sure in the sedan form but possibilty the hatch might make it as well!
+Joe O I'm guessing either of those won't be on the same price range though
yea those will be considered hyper hatches! The RS, Golf R are close in the price range with the S3 about thousands more.
It is coming to america. 2017/2018
i dont know how i feel about a automatic transmission in a evo... why?
I was considering upgrading my evo ix to the 2015, but once I heard it was an automatic I switched and an STi. Now I know why the production stopped on the evo, STi > evo
pls tell me that it also comes with a manual transmission
The USB is in the top left corner inside the glove box
great vid!!!!
Can you stream BT audio in the 14s?
around 3:50 you see the steering wheel turn, but the paddle shifter's stay in place. Although they're probably long enough to where it possibly doesn't matter, that's a huge turn off for me.
Do you disable the speedo when you shoot? It's not reading in the video.
It only has 291 hp? The final edition she 303 right?
The USB input is in the glove box....
this guy is just awesome
YES I've been waiting for this for weeks. More like a 30k$ drive-train with 10k car attached
Yeah the USB is in the top of glove box, it's a weird spot but there's a crack in the top so the wire can come out.
I still have a soft spot for the Evo IV... especially in the old rally colours xD
Want to test my Focus RS when I trade my ST in?
So, help me understand this torque transfer method.... are they simply applying the brakes on the wheels they want to see reduced torque at as a means of "sending" more torque to the other wheels that need more? Logically, that's how it comes off to me based on some other technologies, for example, my Golf's stability aids which operate partially on this methodology.
I guess what I'm getting at is, if you drive this aggressively, are generally not on the brakes much, will you still be incinerating your brakes using this stability management technology?
+XFolf The torque vectoring does not use the brakes, as other vehicles do. It has a set of planetary gears in the diff that essentially act as additional differentials, each capable of sending torque to the other wheel. A clutch pack will lock up in the diff, altering how the power is sent through the planetary gears, and it's re-routed to the wheel that needs it (instead of reducing power at one wheel through braking to help the other).
The USB is in the glove box just an fyi
I wish u showed how to start it in the camera. The cam cuts off. And u can’t see
I think the shift Jult in the trasmission was done on purpose to give a manual shift feel. ☺
the USB is in the glovebox! you really didn't look very hard at the car did you? (I own a 2014 Evo MR, so I know it's there.)
5:40 is that right gauge dead or? Speed it is showing doesn't seem to be the speed you are moving at.
I'm planning on getting an EVO X soon but I have no clue whether to get the MR or GSR...any Suggestions?
Depends if you're a manual or automatic person. I have the 2012 GSR and love it.
Manual gearboxes are stronger if you are looking to modify
Regarding the dimming of the displays with the lights on: My Mazda has the same thing, but you can toggle it full or dim.
+Rok Krznar Yep, but you can only alter it for the gauge cluster, not the infotainment in the Evo.
+Engineering Explained the torque and horsepower would mak3 this a perfect wheelie car ight?
the usb port is hidden in the glove box
exactly lol
What about the (Eclipse) guys?? Any news
Why is this the last evo? Are they planning on a replacement ?
Hey EE could I know what major did you study? I am doing engineering now and I am thinking about switching major within the engineering school. Thanks :)
+Dave Wu I went to school for mechanical engineering. But just so it's known, it's really a bunch of math, not explanations of how cars work. :)
+Engineering Explained lol i totally understand i am in ecet now, although it abet accredited but it doesn't seem to pay too well. I just wanna build electric car xD
As of right now I'm most likely going to buy an evo 10 gsr but only 2014 and under just because the 2015 has no recaros. Should I consider an sti? Or go for the evo?
+Javier Camacho I think you'll enjoy Sunday's video!
+Engineering Explained maybe, maybe not.
+Engineering Explained saw the video Sunday lol to be honest I'm just going to test drive both and see what feels right.
Was that I84? You live in Oregon right? so do I.
goodbye EVO. We will miss you Mr.Rally Art. Legands never die....
WE WILL ALL MISS THIS CAR!!
how to do a launch control?
The steering weel is not telescope because te shift paddle are attached to the column.
What is the psi on the turbo stock
why put the usb port in the glovebox... poor placement if you add me. especially if you are driving and need a quick charge
Nice Mitsubishi - Engine Light is On. Is that a standard feature?
+Alvin Brinson That's because the shots of the display were with the ignition on but the engine not running.
I went on a canyon run last night, the way there and back, and driving the canyon itself both ways also, resulted in me using up half the tank of gas in my 15 gsr, about ~75 miles
there is an usb input.... in the glove box
Need to pick up a final edition model
+Engineering Explained
Do you know much about paint regarding drag or durability? I'm interested in stupid marginal gains.
It's possible for an everyday person to spend a couple of extra thousand for Lamborghini paint although will that actually do anything (is it marketing hype)?
How would F1 paint differ from a $15,000 hatchback?
Do race cars have a 2 tone thing, would the rear be several millimeters thinner than the front due to road debris?
I've got 20 other silly questions if you ever need video ideas.