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Mitsubishi Lancer EVO IX Time Attack

Time AttackMitsubishi
500 hp
Horsepower
1250 kg
Weight
AWD
Drivetrain
2005
Year

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX Time Attack (Time Attack)

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX Time Attack is a hardcore, aero-heavy evolution of Mitsubishi’s legendary turbo AWD rally sedan, transformed into a grip-focused hill-climb and lap-record weapon. Built from the Evo IX platform, it trades street civility for massive downforce, big boost, and razor-sharp response on the limit.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 (4G63-based, mid/front-mounted, longitudinal) with upgraded turbo system and race hardware

  • Total Output: ~500 hp

  • Redline: ~8,500–9,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 5-speed manual/sequential race gearbox

  • Weight: ~1,250 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,495 mm long × 1,810 mm wide × 1,450 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,625 mm

  • Tires: Wide slicks or semi-slicks on lightweight race wheels

  • Brakes: Big vented discs with upgraded multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, all-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Evo IX Time Attack is a high-grip, brutally effective AWD machine that feels built to attack every corner with maximum confidence. The combination of turbo torque, mechanical traction, and aggressive aero makes it devastatingly quick in technical sections, where it can put power down early and carry huge minimum speed through complex transitions. Compared to a road-going Evo, this car feels much more planted and purposeful, but it still retains that signature Mitsubishi eagerness to rotate when driven hard.

Engine & Sound: The 4G63-style turbo four delivers a hard-edged, rally-bred soundtrack with plenty of spool, wastegate chatter, and a punchy midrange surge. It doesn’t scream like a high-revving naturally aspirated car; instead, it hits with a muscular wave of torque that makes corner exits feel explosive once the boost is on.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Extremely stable on entry and quick to change direction, with strong front-end bite when the aero is loaded up.

  • Traction: Outstanding AWD grip allows very early throttle application, especially out of slow and medium-speed corners.

  • Braking: Strong stopping power, though the car’s setup rewards committed trail braking to keep it rotating.

  • Top Speed: Not built for long straights; its real advantage is in acceleration, corner exit, and lap-time efficiency.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a momentum weapon. Brake hard, rotate the car cleanly, and get back to power early — the AWD system will do the rest. It shines on tight, technical circuits and time attack layouts where downforce and traction matter more than top-end speed.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Evo IX Time Attack looks every bit the part, with oversized wings, deep splitters, wide fenders, and an aggressive stance that turns a familiar street car into a purpose-built racer. It has that unmistakable Japanese tuner-to-race-car energy that makes time attack machines so fun to look at in the sim.

Whether you're chasing hot laps or attacking a leaderboard, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX Time Attack is a ferocious AWD platform that blends turbo punch, aero grip, and all-out purpose-built attitude.