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MitsubishiCT9A2001–2003US Legal

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII

The rally homologation special. The Evo VII introduced the CT9A chassis with ACD (Active Center Differential) and AYC (Active Yaw Control) for unmatched AWD performance.

276 hp
1360 kg
AWD
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII CT9A
Specifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Code4G63T
Variants

Production Variant Timeline

4 factory variants produced across the CT9A lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.

  1. Lancer Evolution VII (JDM)

    2001-02~20,000 built
    • 4G63T 280 PS
    • First Evo with ACD (Active Center Differential)
    • Larger body than Evo VI
    • Revised aero

    First Evo on the new CT9A platform. Heavier but more refined than the VI.

  2. Lancer Evolution VII GT-A (JDM)

    2002~3,500 built
    • 4G63T automatic transmission
    • 272 PS output
    • 5-speed INVECS automatic
    • Luxury interior package

    First Evo with an automatic transmission. Aimed at buyers who wanted performance without manual shift.

  3. Lancer Evolution VII GSR Extreme

    2002~1,000 built
    • Revised suspension
    • Lightweight interior options
    • Black body accents
    • Japan-only limited run

    Sport-focused limited run of the VII. Stiffer suspension and stripped interior.

  4. Lancer Evolution VII RS (JDM)

    2001~2,000 built
    • RS homologation chassis
    • No ABS, no A/C
    • Lighter weight
    • Factory rally build base

    RS homologation model for Group N rally. The rally car you could buy at a dealer.

Parts

Compatible Parts (26)

🇺🇸 US Import Status

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 2001 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.