Hello,

Just ordered a brand new Evo IX GSR in Europe. The Estonian dealership states that the car has 206KW (280HP), however I know that the European GSR is supposed to have 213KW (286HP). This same model is probobly closest to the American MR version and the UK FQ-300. Does anybody know why my version has less KW, and on the same note, why do the UK released versions are more powerful (FQ-300, 320, 340, 360)? (What can be done to bring the GSR to be identical to FQ-360 for instance?)

Thanks.

 

Ohhhhh.... I want one of THOSE! FQ series is badass.

 

Now that I think about it... I am not sure anymore... maybe its the American GSR, or the RS.

 

RS maybe... I didnt even know we HAD the GSR

 

The dealership says that the car is:

Evolution 9 2.0 Turbo MT GSR S25 sedaan (MT = Manual Transmission).

Apparantly in Europe there are:

RS - revised 5-speed, aluminium roof, gauge pack, minimal interior, LSD and a titanium-magnesium turbine, left-hand drive option available
GT - revised 5-speed, this is basically the RS mechanically, but with some of the GSR's features (mainly interior pieces).
GSR - 6-speed, Bilstein monotube shocks, aluminium roof, gauge pack, SAYC (Super Active Yaw Control), and double-din radio (this is roughly equivalent to the USDM MR)

And in the USA:

Standard - revised 5-speed, standard model
RS - revised 5-speed, aluminum roof, gauge pack, minimal interior
SE - Special Edition, aluminum roof/hood, split seven-spoke forged aluminum BBS wheels in "diamond black" finish, HID headlights with integrated fog lights, red-stitched Recaro seats
MR - 6-speed, Bilstein monotube shocks, split seven-spoke forged aluminum BBS wheels, aluminum roof, gauge pack, HID headlights with integrated fog lights, vortex generator, and custom MR badging.


Now because my version has less KW than the European GSR, I am confused

 

Nice writeup...
lol, vortex generator... sounds like a Calvin and Hobbes invention.

 

Just checked with the dealership and they have confirmed that the car is the 6 gear version. Therefore it must be the GSR/MR version. Aslo, apprantly it is very hard to get a hold of a brand new RS version in Europe. So, my remaining question is... what is it that th FQ versions have that make them so much more powerful? In other words... what should I modify in the car as soon as I get it. (As it stands it does 0-100 in 5.7, Wanna drop it to less than 5 to begin with.)

 

Lancer Evolution VIII MR FQ400 parts list:
[ul][*]Custom built Garrett GT Dual Ball bearing Turbocharger[*]Owen Developments custom manufactured cast Stainless Steel Exhaust Manifold and Exhaust Elbow[*]Omega Forged Pistons[*]HKS Forged Con Rods[*]HKS 680cc Injectors[*]Zytec ITP116 High Pressure Fuel Pump[*]HKS 1.6 mm Steel Head Gasket[*]Motec M800 OEM ECU[*]HKS Iridium Spark Plugs[*]Jan Speed High Flow Sports Cat[*]Alcon competition derived 240 mm high clamp mode, heavy duty clutch complete with Cera-metallic 6 paddle sprung centred drive plate[*]HKS High Strength Head and Big End Bolts[*]Alcon Mono6 Brake Kit incorporating Monobloc 6 pot road caliper with 343 mm curved vein Disc on a Aluminium mounting bell assembly with Ferodo DS2500 brake pads[*]Ralliart Aero Mirrors[*]Carbon Fibre Front Lip Spoiler[*]Carbon Fibre "Sharks Tooth" Rear Vortex Generator[*]PIAA High Performance Light and Wiper Upgrade[*]Gloss Black Team Dynamics Lightweight Alloy Wheels[*]Driver Training Course [/ul]

 

A nice touch with the "Driver Training Course" :P

The remaining question is then, why on earth is my version 206KW whereas it is supposed to be 213KW?

 

The guy at the dealership... may just be stupid...