Lancer Evo gets 360bhp

Johnathan · **Postat:** 2006-07-20, 14:46

This is the latest incarnation of Mitsubishi's legendary Evo - the FQ-360, which will be officially launched at next week's British motor show.

Developed by Ralliart, the FQ-360 is designed to sit on top of the Evo range, but to provide a more driveable package than the ultra-extreme limited-edition FQ-400. Engineers introduced a high-pressure fuel pump and a high-flow catalytic converter, both of which were employed the FQ-400. But the ECU has been remapped so the engine produces 366bhp at 6887rpm, and 363lb ft of torque at 3200rpm.

Although the car is designed to be more user-friendly than the 400, the FQ-360 still hits 60mph in 4.1 seconds and it can reach a top speed of 160mph.

Externally the FQ-360 features a carbon fibre front lip spoiler and a 'shark's teeth' roof spoiler. It is also fitted with new Speedline five-spoke alloy wheels that hark back to the asphalt-specification Lancer rally car.

Sourced at Autocar UK

Don Kamiel · **Postat:** 2006-07-20, 18:10

I like that !
I was a passenger last year in a Evo VIII with about 360HP, and it was very quick. Especially in the corners, and that's the most important for me :)

Johnathan · **Postat:** 2006-07-20, 18:47

Thats where it counts matey :)