The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR '96 is a road car produced by Mitsubishi. It has featured in every mainline Gran Turismo game. Although not initially available in Gran Turismo Sport, it was later introduced as part of Update 1.19, released on May 30, 2018.
Colors[]
There are five colors available for this vehicle:
- Scotia White
- Steel Silver Metallic
- Pyrenees Black Pearl
- Palma Red
- Issel Blue Pearl
With additional special colors in GT1 and GT3 when obtained as a prize car:
- Dandelion Yellow
- Turqouise (GT1 only)
- Purple (GT1 only)
In-game description[]
"Incorporating electronic AYC; the 4th generation Lancer Evo with 276 BHP."
The Lancer Evolution series that had continued through the Evo I, II, and III took a major leap forward in May 1996. With the full model change of the base Lancer sedan, the true second generation of the Evo series, the Lancer Evolution IV was born.
The mounting position of the 4G63 was flipped around 180 degrees, and the output now reached 276 HP, with maximum torque also improved to 260.3 ft-lb. But the most significant change was the introduction of the electronically controlled AYC (Active Yaw Control), which now replaced the mechanical LSD in the rear differential of previous models.
Following thereafter the Lancer Evo V appeared in January 1998. This Lancer Evo V was given a bigger size class body[1] than the previous Lancers, to meet WRC[2] specifications.
While its rivals took full advantage of the WR car regulations which started in 1997, the Lancer Evo stuck to fighting on as a Group A car and the introduction of a wide body was an obvious necessity. The engines maximum torque was improved to 274.8 ft-lb, and some changes were implemented, such as[3] using a helical LSD for the front differential, and inverted dampers for the suspension.
In January 1999 of the following year, an even more advanced Lancer Evo VI appeared. External differences with the V were minor, but the internals had thoroughly matured as a road going sports car, with a further refined engine and suspension.
The first anniversary model ever in the Lancer Evo series appeared in December 1999, based on this Lancer Evo VI. Commemorating the first 4 consecutive WRC championships wins ever by Tommi Makinen, the Tommi Makinen edition appeared in a limited production run of 2500 cars. This model was given a large front spoiler along with other special parts, as well as[4] having a revised suspension stroke and quicker steering which were geared more for on-road driving. This was the final and ultimate model in the 2nd generation Lancer Evolution series.
Used Cars (GT7)[]
The Lancer Evolution is one of the most recognisable Japanese 4WD sports cars ever produced. The fourth generation model—the Evolution IV—was developed during Mitsubishi's golden age of rallying. Its 2L straight-four turbocharged 4G3 engine is limited to 276.1 BHP by a gentlemen's agreement among Japanese manufacturers. Featuring the first use of the Active Yaw Control system, or AYC, which electronically controls rear-wheel torque... The Lancer Evo exhibits improved handling on corners.
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo | Mitsubishi New Car Dealership | 23,940 | Win the 4WD Challenge event.[5] |
| Gran Turismo 2 | Used Car Dealership | Approx. 20,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec | Mitsubishi Dealership | 29,980 | Win the Beginner Evolution Meeting. |
| Gran Turismo 4 | Late '90s Showroom | Approx. 11,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo HD Concept | --- | --- | Beat 1:42.000 in Time Trial. |
| Gran Turismo PSP | Mitsubishi Dealership | 30,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 5 | Mitsubishi Dealership (Lv. 4+) | 30,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 6 | Mitsubishi Dealership | 30,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo Sport | Mitsubishi Brand Central | 30,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Used Cars | 46,600 | --- |
Trivia[]
- This car also appears in Gran Turismo Concept, but it's unplayable. It does, however, appear as a CPU car.
- In Japanese demo versions of GT1, the color Kildare Green Pearl was to be available as a purchasable choice. It was replaced with Issel Blue Pearl, as Mitsubishi did not offer that color for the Evolution IV in real life.
- In GT7, GT Auto sells front and rear parts that allows the car to resemble the RS trim model (which has never appeared in the series), which includes fog light covers (installed by default on the rally car) and deletion of the rear garnish.
- Removing the taillight garnish formerly affected the car's downforce. This was fixed in version 1.19.
- Although the fog light cover is not sold seperately in GT6's GT Auto, installing a custom body kit will also install fog light covers.
Pictures[]
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