Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart version R

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http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/03072006/45/

Seems like a nice little package, good spread of torque with power coming on from 2000rpm, and most importantly dropping that horrible cvt autobox thing for a proper manual (CVT still available) .

Specs said:

As with the CZT, the Ralliart Version R is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo MIVEC engine. Here, though, it pumps out 152bhp at 6,000rpm and 210Nm of torque at 3,500rpm, thanks to an uprated exhaust.

Engine: 1.5-litre 4 cyl, 152bhp
Top speed: 130mph
0-60mph: 7.1 seconds
Price: £14,500 (TBC)

I reckon it will be interesting to see how it compares to the Fiesta ST, Seat Ibiza Cupra and Polo GTi, assuming it actually gets here.

[WildCards]

What's the difference then to the normal CZT? Other than the looks. £14,500 is a bit pricey I reckon, £12,500 - £13,000 would have been a more tempting price IMO. We'll have to see what it's confirmed at when it goes on sale.

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WildCards said:

What's the difference then to the normal CZT? Other than the looks. £14,500 is a bit pricey I reckon, £12,500 - £13,000 would have been a more tempting price IMO. We'll have to see what it's confirmed at when it goes on sale.

From the article

article said:

Looking ready for business with flared wheelarches, an Evo-style front bonnet and 16-inch alloys, the Version R is as extreme as hatches get.

Inside, the sporty upgrades continue with a 240kph speedometer, colour inserts on the centre console, aluminium pedals and figure-hugging Recaro seats that could have come straight out of the Evo. And once you get past the cosmetic surgery, you soon realise that the engine, gearbox, brakes, suspension and steering have all come in for attention, too, promising a driving experience to match the Mitsubishi’s wild looks.

Most of the parts can be traced to the standard CZT, but nearly all the key components have been modified. To make it more rigid, the chassis was reinforced by doubling the number of spot welds. Strut tower bars on the A-pillars and rear corner braces enhance stiffness.

The suspension joints are uprated, and special shocks im-prove stability without ruining the ride.

The result is a hatch that corners flatter and faster than a CZT, but which maintains a welcome degree of comfort. The upgrades, plus grippier 16-inch Yokohama Advan Neova tyres, translate into more responsive steering than the CZT delivers. There’s also less understeer at the limit, while the front-wheel drive and traction control keep the Colt going in the right direction.

Actually quite a lot more to it, £14K probably isn't too bad considering all the stuff that's been done, though it sells in Japan for something like £10K!

[WildCards]

Aahh, Furry Muff. That's a bit more like it.