The high price of a high powered version of what is still essentially a Japanese C-segment sedan may be a deterrent to those who are considering the Lancer Evolution X and find that its price comes too close to cars like the BMW 325i Sports especially in Malaysia. The BMW, while alot less powerful, still offers an interior that is so much more premium and ultimately to alot of people the nicer car to be in when you aren’t pushing it. It seems that the Evo’s interior isn’t much different from the Lancer’s – plasticky!
Mitsubishi attempts to solve this in Japan at least with the GSR Premium Edition, which slots in at the top of the line above the standard GSR and the stripped out RS. The Premium Edition adds 18 inch BBS alloy wheels, fog lamps, leather Recaro buckets, side and curtain airbags, and a Rockford Fostage 9-speaker premium audio system. It’s the seats that give the interior ambiance a whole different feel – the design and the leather gives it a much more premium feel compared to the standard GSR and the even emptier RS which comes with fabric non-bucket seats.
Look after the jump for a few more shots of the Evo X GSR Premium.
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Comments express strong enthusiasm and admiration for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X, praising its performance, design, and aggressive looks, especially in black. Some highlight its better handling compared to Subaru, though a few mention its high price, labeling RM300K as too expensive for Malaysia. There is criticism of the car's interior and extra electronic features, which some feel detract from the driving experience. Several comments compare the Evo X unfavorably to European luxury brands like BMW and Audi, emphasizing performance over comfort. Others discuss the high depreciation and local pricing issues, advocating for more affordable options or importing older models. Overall, sentiments are mostly positive about the car's capabilities but tempered by concerns over cost and interior quality.