I agree, it doesn't just lock and unlock. I never said it did. It actively alters torque distribution in the rear, from one side to the other.

Yes, it is more complex than a Limited-Slip Diff (I assume that's what you mean by a torque diff.). The scope of the question made it unnecessary to explain the intricate details. That can be found on the web.

The end result is that torque is transferred from one side to the other, to correct understeer and oversteer conditions.

Everyone should keep in mind that 50:50, 40:60, or any other torque-split ratio is under ideal conditions and is valid only if there is traction to make it happen. If there is slippage, then the torque is not transferred to the ground fully, and a limited-slip device sends it back to the tires which do have traction.

 

There are just so many missunderstanings about AYC on the Evo that I always feel the need to correct. Any torque split that happens is just the byproduct of the speed difference in the rear diff. It actively adjusts the velocity split based on the input of eleven sensors. It is not reacting to torque variations. The one exception is straight ahead acceleration when the rear wheels are on different friction level surfaces. It will respond to the slipping wheel by overdriving the other.

 

i like the leather seats look with the mr. Wonder how good they feel in corners

 

There's no information indicating that leather will be an option for the MR -- the same cloth seat found in the other Evo's looks to be the only offering.

 

I'm still interested in the MR, even if the only differences are the 6-speed and Bilsteins. I really like the MR headlights, taillights, and interior, but if those don't make it into the USDM version, then it's no big deal. The transmission and suspension are more important to me, and cosmetic mods can be easily done later.

The selling price will be the only factor that could make me favor the standard '05 Evo over the MR. I'm estimating that if I can save $4-5K by buying the cheaper version, then I'll just mod the suspension for $2-2.5K (good coilovers+install), add some power mods, and be happy with the 5-speed.

 

Exactly!! Evo GSR + $5,000 > Evo MR in terms of performance, which is why most of us are buying the car.

 

That's exactly what I've been saying...yeesh...yet everybody jumped on me for questioning the obviously planet-ruling awesomeness of the MR. The only thing you can't do after-the-fact to an standard Evo to make it mechanically identical to the MR is the aluminum roof...not a huge difference, if you ask me, and not worth thousands of dollars IMO. MR vs. Evo+mods is a decision I'm holding off making until all the facts are in.

 

^^^this is true if you're willing to sacrifice your warranty to mod your GSR.

granted, we hear horror stories about mistu voiding warranties for stupid reasons....but if you keep your MR bone stock (and don't advertise your intentions to race), mitsu will have a very tough time denying coverage. the warranty adds value to the MR side of your equation.

 

I agree 100% with that if you can keep your MR stock. In my case... I don't think I could say "I will keep my MR stock" twice without getting struck by lightning.

 

neone know what time the MR pulled at the nurburgring? sine part of it's development was done on that track id expect to find a time somewhere but i cant :S
neone know ? im guessing the 280hp base version would pull 8min 1 sec +- a couple seconds while the higher level FQ320 and FQ340 versions would pull maybe 7min high-mid 50s respectively

 

i still do the mr. heh heh. 12ks for a down payment, 15ks for the mods, and 10ks from girlfriend to do mods. heh heh

 

Still the best car you can get for $33G if you like performance driving.

Count me in

 

CAN ANYONE TELL ME IF THIS ONE COMING TO THE US HAS THE Super AYC ?

 

CAN ANYONE TELL ME IF THE ONE COMING TO THE US HAS THE "Super AYC" like the JDM version?

AYC = Active Yaw Control

 

it doesn't. go to www.mitsubishicars.com click on the link at the bottom right, go to specs, no AYC.