Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: generations and engines
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution was built from 1995 to 2014 in 8 generations, with 10 engine versions in our catalog (sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1995–2014
Generations8
Engine versions10
Power265–295 hp
Body stylesSedan
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution generations
- 1995–1996
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III
Engines below - 1996–1998
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV
Engines below - 1998–1999
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V
Engines below - 1999–2001
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI
Engines below - 2001–2003
- 2003–2005
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII
Engines below - 2005–2007
- 2007–2014
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
Engines below
Specs
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III1995–1996 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (270 hp) 4WD | 1995–1996 | Gasoline | 270 hp (199 kW) |
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV1996–1998 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (280 hp) | 1996–1998 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V1998–1999 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (280 hp) | 1998–1999 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 282 lb-ft (383 Nm) | 4.9 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI1999–2001 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 T (280 hp) | 1999–2001 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 282 lb-ft (383 Nm) | 4.9 s | 162 mph (260 km/h) |
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII2003–2005 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolution 2.0 T (280 hp) | 2003–2005 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 282 lb-ft (383 Nm) | 5.9 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | |
| Evolution 2.0i 16V (265 hp) | 2003–2005 | Gasoline | 265 hp (195 kW) | 262 lb-ft (355 Nm) | 6.1 s | 152 mph (245 km/h) |
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X2007–2014 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (295 hp) | 2007–2014 | Gasoline | 295 hp (217 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) | 5.7 s | 170 mph (274 km/h) | |
| 2.0 (295 hp) TC-SST | 2007–2014 | Gasoline | 295 hp (217 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) |
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- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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