The thriving FIA R5 class saw the addition of a new member this past weekend when the Mitsubishi R5 was unveiled at the Rallyday Show at Castle Combe race circuit in England.
Based on the new Mirage, the Mitsubishi R5 is designed to take on the Peugeot 208, Citroen DS3 and Ford Fiesta R5s. It has been created to continue from where the Evolution left off. Now, overall and class success for Mitsubishi is achievable in both regional and international events.
Developed by Mpart/Ralliart Sweden, the car features a 280-hp 1620cc version of the Mitsubishi 4811 engine from the Evolution X. The R5 features a five-speed Sadev transmission and four-wheel-drive system, with MacPherson suspension all-round, mated to specially designed subframes and Ohlins dampers.