Totally new to Evo's, looking for some info!

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Jan 29, 2008 | 07:46 AM

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atombomb33

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Originally Posted by dexmix

the mileage is worse with the six speed. MR 6th is close to a normal 5th, and having to shift more makes for only slightly worse mileage. Mitsu also rated the MR 1mpg less city/highway mileage on the sticker than the 5 speeds.

Thanks for the update. I couldn't remember correctly.

Jan 30, 2008 | 11:07 PM

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Chuck Q

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thanks for all the info guys, you've been a huge help!

Jan 31, 2008 | 12:57 PM

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You are right dexmix, but my MR 9 got 26mpg freeway only about 70-75 mph average, and 24 with 75-80 average mph. I like the 6 speed myself, but have friends with 5 speeds and they do just fine also.