I guess we won't get the full spec X in the US just like we don't the full spec Evos now. For this very reason.
Nobody wants to pay for the equipment.
regardless I still think the $40,000 for an evo is still a bargain.
I definitely think that Mitsu needs to offer 2 options
One with the paddle shifting gearbox
and the other full 6 speed manual.
Only time will tell.
Personally I would like the IX with the S-AWC test equipment as shown in the Video.

 

uhh Why did Subaru and Mitsubishi both change their front ends so much when the current ones are fine? I mean, I don't think the new Eclipse is doing as good as they thought it would and after all that advertising. Blah, i don't know anything.

 

I was under the impression the eclipse was selling just fine. I really like the new X's front end.

The most I would be willing to pay for an Evo is 35k. After that you start getting into some interesting choices for cars.

 

I don't know its just what it seems like to me, maybe its a location thing. Lets get someone who knows to tell us. haha but ya i don't like that front end as much as the previous pictures

 

Not too fired up about a Dodge / Mitsu JV chassis. IMO the Evo is supposed to be hard edged and raw, this X seems to get away from the things that made the Evo famous in the hopes it sells more cars Im sure.

Im confident the VIII-IX will retain nice values when the X is launched.

 

I would not mind the paddle shifting, but I am going to miss the good ol' clutch. I really don't care for the outside of the car because it has no roots to the evo's history.

 

I think there will probally be different versions of the Evo X when it comes out. The way I see it is one being manual and the other paddle shift. Jared I think your wrong on the outside of the car not having no roots to the evo's history. I posted this before in the main Evo X thread, the exterior looks like an upgraded Evo 5 & 6.



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EVO X to get 5speed Manual as a Option

http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103646

 

A 5spd - lame? I was hoping they'd at least use the 6spd stick from the current MR's....

 

You guys need to stop jumping on every rumor or article and and taking it as written in stone. They could easliy put a 6 speed in the car and may very well do it as an option. I don't think there's anything lame about a 5 speed manual tranny.

 

I have a problem with the Evo X. It keeps me up at night, and then when I do get to sleep I have to dream about it. Damb, those Mitsubishi guys.

 

I think that what's lame is the fact that everyone has such a problem with a clutchless manual that is supposed to be able to switch gears more quickly and efficiently than any human. The EVO is about progress, and the next generation of it is taking advantage of technology that has progressed to the point that it:

1) Makes sense to include it (for performance reasons)
2) Has become low-cost enough that it can be included and still keep the car affordable

The EVO has always been based on rally roots and adding this brings it one step closer to the highest ranks of rally.

(Although some might argue that the X may end up being further away from the WRC car than ever -- we'll just have to see)

These so-called enthusiasts need to quit getting their panties in a wad about such a thing. I already know too many people who buy manual transmission cars just because they think it makes the rest of the world think they are "skilled" behind the wheel of a car. In reality it just impresses the rest of the so-called enthusiasts.

Cabo

 

I dont get it. The EVO X is a little over a year for realese and not official pics yet?....

 

Boo, I know many people who buy the manual simply for the fun factor, half of the entire experience is being able to select the gears, and have that much more control over the car. Its like the idea of being able to hear the exhaust, turbo, BOV, road noise, have responsive steering, It makes you feel closer and more part of the car.

I am willing to bet that not 10% of people buy a manual to "impress" people. After owning an auto SS Camaro, I can tell you, the automatic should not even be an option (just like it isn't on the Cobras) And I think the slapstick/sportstronic trannys are a joke to manually controlling the car. I am not even sure I like the paddles on the Enzo.

 

Me personally don't like the idea of not stepping on the clutch and shift. I don't care if you could change the gear faster with paddles shifter, but It just takes the Fun out of driving a car. Once in awhile I get to drive an auto, It just seems so bold and boring. I just missed the feeling of heel and toeing approaching on a corner.