Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vs. Subaru WRX STI
Highlights
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$34,495
|
$37,245
|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
|
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline H-4
|
| MPG |
17 City / 23 Hwy
|
16 City / 22 Hwy
|
| Horsepower |
291 hp
|
310 hp
|
| Drive Type |
All Wheel Drive
|
All Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement |
2.0 L/122
|
2.5 L/150
|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
291 @ 6500
|
310 @ 6000
|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
|
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline H-4
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
300 @ 4000
|
290 @ 4000
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
17 City / 23 Hwy
|
16 City / 22 Hwy
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Steel
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
| Spare Tire Size |
Compact
|
Compact
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
18 X 8.5 in
|
19 X 8.5 in
|
| Front Wheel Size |
18 X 8.5 in
|
19 X 8.5 in
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
Compact in
|
Compact in
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P245/40YR18
|
P245/35WR19
|
| Front Tire Size |
P245/40YR18
|
P245/35WR19
|
Suspension
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Multi-Link
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Strut
|
Strut
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Strut
|
Strut
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Multi-Link
|
Double Wishbone
|
Steering
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Rack-Pinion
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
39 ft
|
36 ft
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Measurements
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Second Head Room |
37 in
|
37 in
|
| Length, Overall |
177 in
|
181 in
|
| Second Hip Room |
54 in
|
53 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
42 in
|
43 in
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
6 in
|
5 in
|
| Wheelbase |
104 in
|
104 in
|
| Second Leg Room |
36 in
|
35 in
|
| Front Head Room |
41 in
|
40 in
|
| Track Width, Front |
61 in
|
60 in
|
| Passenger Volume |
93 ft³
|
97 ft³
|
| Height, Overall |
58 in
|
58 in
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
55 in
|
56 in
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Hip Room |
53 in
|
52 in
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
71 in
|
71 in
|
| Passenger Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
54 in
|
54 in
|
| Trunk Volume |
7 ft³
|
12 ft³
|
| Track Width, Rear |
61 in
|
61 in
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
15 gal
|
16 gal
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Base Curb Weight |
3,527 lbs
|
3,450 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Safety
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Backup Camera |
Not available
|
Standard
|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Entertainment
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
130
|
110
|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
710
|
N/A
|
Brakes
| 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2021 Subaru WRX STI | |
|---|---|---|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
13 in
|
13 in
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
Not Available
|
N/A
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
14 in
|
13 in
|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
4-Wheel Disc
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
FAQ
Which is more reliable, the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution or the 2021 Subaru WRX STI?
The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is more reliable than the 2021 Subaru WRX STI according to Cars.com consumers, with a reliability rating of 4.7 for the 2015 Lancer Evolution versus a reliability rating of 4.3 for the 2021 WRX STI.
Which is more fuel efficient, the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution or the 2021 Subaru WRX STI?
The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is more fuel efficient than the 2021 Subaru WRX STI with 19 MPG combined versus 18 MPG combined.
Which car is cheaper, the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution or the 2021 Subaru WRX STI?
The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is cheaper than the 2021 Subaru WRX STI with a $34,495 starting MSRP versus a $37,245 starting MSRP.
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