Mitsubishi still wants a new Evo: ‘We have a dream’

The last Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution left the US in 2016 with the discontinuation of the Evo

A recent interview at the Japan Mobility Show suggests that Mitsubishi executives haven’t completely closed the door on reviving the Evo nameplate. Talk to Australia Drivingsenior engineering fellow Kaoru Sawasi — often viewed as the “godfather” of Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control system — said the company is still “dreaming” of building a new Lancer Evolution.

While Sawase-san has not confirmed that a new Evo is in development, his comments indicate that the idea is still alive within Mitsubishi. He explained through a translator:

“We have a dream, of course, for the Lancer Evolution. It’s my personal dream.

While this dream may still be a long way from reality, Suasi San pointed out that any new Evo will need to adopt modern powertrain technologies. He stated that the future model would likely include “electrification”, which could range from a traditional hybrid setup to a fully electric system.

However, based on recent Mitsubishi concepts, there is reason to believe that the new Evo – if it ever materializes – will not go full electric. At the Tokyo Motor Show, the automaker unveiled the car Height The SUV concept, which features an advanced hybrid powertrain instead of a fully electric motor.

Mitsubishi has also breathed new life into its cars Rallyart A performance sub-brand, adding it to several models including the Outlander. This renewed focus on performance could signal promising things for Mitsubishi enthusiasts.

For now, we’ll have to wait and see if the Evo name makes its long-awaited return. Here’s hoping.