2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR
The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR is a 291-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and all-wheel drive. It starts at $32,990 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 291 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Lancer Evolution measures 177.0 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,517 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $32,990 ($49,799 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $33,615 ($50,743 *) |
| Destination Charge | $625 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4B11 T/C, turbocharged inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC MIVEC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection, turbocharged and intercooled |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-wheel drive |
| Differential Type | S-AWC (ACD, AYC, helical front LSD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 2.857 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.95 (59 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.444 (79 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.096 (104 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.761 (150 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.892 |
| Final Drive | 4.687 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Inverted strut, forged aluminum arms |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link, forged aluminum arms |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 25 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 23 mm |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 4-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.8 in. ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.0 in. ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 8.5 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 8.5 in. |
| Tires Front | 245/40 R18 |
| Tires Rear | 245/40 R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177 in |
| Width | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,517 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 56.7% / 43.3% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.1 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline