Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: CT9A · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,460–4,500 mm RDW | – | 4,490–4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm RDW | – | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm RDW | – | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620–2,630 mm RDW | – | 2,625 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,300–1,447 kg RDW | – | 1,310–1,410 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,400–1,547 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,655–1,915 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 283–311 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,662–2,690 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180–250 km/h RDW | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/45R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
116 complaints for model years 2003–2005. 4 crashes · 2 injuries
- Transmission and drivetrain 72
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005DOHC TURBO | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2005DOHC TURBO | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2003–2004DOHC · DOHC TURBO | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.