Mitsubishi has released sketches of its Concept-RA ahead of the car's January debut at the Detroit Auto Show. Reminiscent of Mitsubishi's first and second-generation Eclipse models, the Concept-RA uses light-weight body panels — including an aluminum space frame — and all-wheel drive.
Power for the Concept-RA comes from a turbocharged 2.2L clean diesel — with MIVEC continuously variable valve timing control — rated at 200 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Unlike other clean diesels, Mitsubishi's system doesn't require the injection of Urea to meet strict U.S. emission standards.
That power is put to the ground through the same Twin Clutch SST transmission found in the Lancer Evolution X. The Concept-RA is also packed with several other technologies, such as Active Steering and Active Damping control to aid in the car's handling.
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I thought this looked pretty sweet!
