Evo X Thoughts? (Sighting)

[Ebruess]

I was very interested in the Evo X for quite a while and I just didn't have the time to wait for a new car so I bought my MS3 and I absolutely love it.
Well, yesterday I saw a Evo X MR while going to the mall and I was impressed with it 110% and now I am trying to consider what to do =/ they just look absolutely amazing =(

Anyone else seen one in person? Any Thoughts?

Help me stay interested in my MS3 please!

 

[Powerslave]

yeah but they can't compete with our cars modded, that car is HEAVY 300hp just isnt enough. stock our car is juat as fast save for ahalf second to the quartermile due only to the 4whd... still the evo is a nice car but its lost its edge.. the evo9 is 3 seconds quicker to 100mph than the evo x. its not the car it once was...too heavy not enough power. now the sti is good but 10k more than the ms3, but if you can afford it...definatly a better investment than the evo x in my opinion

 

[niz55]

It is amazing for the price we pay for our cars, We get so much power and goodies. The Evo X is very nice car. But for the price is not worth it. When i think about how much i paid for my car, It just puts a smile on my face.

 

[channah]

this i the way i look at it...
evo x and sti= 35k+
ms3=23k-26k

mind you the evo and sti are awd and very nice, but give us 9k-12k in mods and we'll own both those cars hands down! we get alot more bang for our buck. i mean look at laloosh and driver311's speeds. then can take either easily and im pretty sure they arent even close to 9k in mods. in my eye we made alot better of an investment. when a good tuning system comes out can have a car almost twice as fast for the same amount of $$$

 

[D_Roc7822]

these are my thoughts actually... I was also in love pretty much with the new Evos. And was dead set on getting one when they came out. But after the protege 5 that I had.. I knew I had switched from a dsmer to a mazda guy. So the decision was easy. Hmmm 263hp for 23k... or 291 hp for 35k??? that extra 28hp isnt worth the 12k more you would be paying to me. Plus Ive very disappointed with the new Evos. The concept was so much better than the production... its kind of a shame.

 

[channah]

in my opinion alot of people just buy them to say they have them, cuz theyre the "BIG DOGS". from an economical point of view its not too smart. and give us all a year and a pocket of cash and they'll regret. its fun being the underdog

 

[Ebruess]

Hmm, Thanks all! I feel a lot better now!
I feel more confident in my purchase

 

[MS3Chik]

so the evos are heavier..and slower this yr..man what was mits thinking??

 

[B1GHAM]

so the evos are heavier..and slower this yr..man what was mits thinking??

they were thinking about their bottom line...

quieter, safer (and heavier), easier to drive, more comfortable, AYC (active yaw control), better fuel economy, AND!!! the addition of a 6 spd SST automatic transmission with launch control. What does all that mean? It means the market appeal has broadened from the hardcore enthusiasts to the "comparison shopper" and "non enthusiast" crowd. Theoretically they should sell more units than ever before. In practice, however, Im holding my breath.

now all that said - its still a great car. There are definately a lot of technological advances in the new vehicle. The AYC and AWD control systems are more advanced, the 4B11T is a great improvement (intake and exhaust MIVEC control, All aluminum design, reversed placement for better weight distribution, etc). Even though the Evo 9 is lighter and quicker, the Evo X can still outpace in on a track stock for stock. Its just a matter of whats more important to you.

Im still a fan of the Evo 9.... Its just raw. Which is exactly what I want. Light, great handling, awd, turbocharged 4 cyl that is unforgiving but fun to drive. If I wanted a comfortable car, I would buy something else.

 

[MS3Chik]

sounds good.i guess..
so there putting alittle bit of luxury with track

i like the looks of this one tho better than the older evos

 

[Ebruess]

Well, it looks like I'm keeping my MS3 hehe. Now what to do in upgrades to make the Zoom-Zoom faster

 

[palerider]

in my opinion alot of people just buy them to say they have them, cuz theyre the "BIG DOGS". from an economical point of view its not too smart. and give us all a year and a pocket of cash and they'll regret. its fun being the underdog

Thats why I married an ugly woman.... cheaper. And who the hell cares about looks or status anyway. A nice makeover, in a shadowy environment... and nobody can hardly tell the difference. The performance certainly remains similar.

I went ugly early and it saved me a TON!!!!

 

[autoxes]

I think the evo X's are ugly as sin, but that's just my .02. It looks like a Galant.

 

[boost_me]

this i the way i look at it...
evo x and sti= 35k+
ms3=23k-26k

mind you the evo and sti are awd and very nice, but give us 9k-12k in mods and we'll own both those cars hands down! we get alot more bang for our buck. i mean look at laloosh and driver311's speeds. then can take either easily and im pretty sure they arent even close to 9k in mods. in my eye we made alot better of an investment. when a good tuning system comes out can have a car almost twice as fast for the same amount of $$$

+1
(bump)

 

[AtenzaNY62]

the gt speed3 probably have more little features than both the sti and evo... my regular 6s, ok heres the story lol, my friends s2k and evo9 mr we were just chilling in a parking lot, the outside is cold as hell so we asked each other hey your car got a temp sensor/display, both says no, guess what, the mazda6 had it, and the evo goes like you know whats sweet the jdm evos have auto climate controls... guess what, my mazda6 had it... and what else? dimmed compass mirror(EXTREMELY USEFUL), power driver seat... 1 touch roll down windows for both driver and passengers... and the warning light when im losing traction... so much more than the evos!!! and all these features come standard on all 6's...

 

[justanothermp5]

wait what? the evo x is out already? where do u live?

 

[bbychvz]

I like that car but...it's auto with an option of 5spd manual that blows

 

[HiggyGT]

Thats why I married an ugly woman.... cheaper. And who the hell cares about looks or status anyway. A nice makeover, in a shadowy environment... and nobody can hardly tell the difference. The performance certainly remains similar.

I went ugly early and it saved me a TON!!!!

Nominated for post of the year.

 

[Ebruess]

wait what? the evo x is out already? where do u live?

Yes the Evo X is out since ~last friday. I live North of Houston

 

[jaydubz]

I am holding out for the ralliart hatchback edition if it ever hits our shores. I could stand to go down a few horse power for AWD and a 5 door hatch.

My prediction is that with the reintroduction of the Ralliart 24 to 25,000 awd entry level car subaru will either drop prices more on the wrx or revamp it immediately. Should be good for all soon!