Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition was a limited edition of the CP9A Lancer Evolution VI. It used the 4G63T turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four, a five-speed manual transmission, and Mitsubishi all-wheel drive.
Model Overview
The Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition was introduced as a special version of the Evolution VI to mark Tommi Mäkinen’s four consecutive World Rally Championship drivers’ titles with Mitsubishi.
The model retained the CP9A Evolution VI platform and 4G63T drivetrain while adding edition-specific equipment and chassis details. Production versions included GSR and RS configurations, depending on market and specification.
Core Specifications
| Model | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition |
|---|---|
| Chassis Code | CP9A |
| Model Years | 1999–2001 |
| Market | Japan and selected export markets |
| Body Style | Four-door sedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engine | 4G63T turbocharged inline-four |
| Displacement | 1,997 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 85.0 mm x 88.0 mm |
| Valve Train | DOHC, 16 valves |
| Block / Head | Cast-iron block, aluminum cylinder head |
| Induction | Turbocharged and intercooled |
| Horsepower | 280 PS / 276 hp / 206 kW at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 373 Nm / 275 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drive System | All-wheel drive |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm / 98.8 in |
| Length | 4,350 mm / 171.3 in |
| Width | 1,770 mm / 69.7 in |
| Height | Approximately 1,405 mm / 55.3 in, depending on specification |
| Curb Weight | Approximately 1,360–1,410 kg / 2,998–3,109 lb, depending on GSR / RS specification and market |
Specification figures vary by market, trim, GSR / RS configuration, optional equipment, and reference source.
Edition-Specific Notes
| Edition Purpose | Built to mark Tommi Mäkinen’s four consecutive World Rally Championship drivers’ titles with Mitsubishi. |
|---|---|
| Platform | Based on the CP9A Lancer Evolution VI platform. |
| Engine | Used the 4G63T turbocharged inline-four in the same general output class as the Evolution VI, listed at 280 PS in Japanese-market specification. |
| GSR / RS | Production included GSR-oriented and RS-oriented configurations, with equipment, interior, and weight differences. |
| Exterior Identification | Edition-specific exterior details included revised front bumper treatment and available special graphics / color combinations, depending on market and specification. |
Engineering Character
4G63T Engine
The Tommi Mäkinen Edition used Mitsubishi’s 1,997 cc 4G63T turbocharged inline-four. The engine used a cast-iron block, aluminum cylinder head, dual overhead camshafts, 16 valves, turbocharging, and intercooling.
All-Wheel Drive
The car used Mitsubishi all-wheel drive. Specification details differ between GSR and RS configurations and by market.
Five-Speed Manual
Factory road cars used a five-speed manual transmission. Gear ratio and driveline details should be checked by exact trim and market specification.
CP9A Sedan Body
The Tommi Mäkinen Edition used the CP9A four-door sedan body. It retained the compact Lancer sedan structure used by Evolution IV, V, and VI models.
Generation Context
| Evolution IV | First Lancer Evolution generation on the CP9A platform. Introduced the rotated transverse 4G63T installation used by subsequent CP9A models. |
|---|---|
| Evolution V | CP9A generation with wider bodywork and revised chassis and aerodynamic details compared with Evolution IV. |
| Evolution VI | CP9A generation with cooling, durability, and aerodynamic revisions compared with Evolution V. The Tommi Mäkinen Edition is based on this generation. |
| Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition | Special edition of the Evolution VI. It is often identified separately because of its production context, equipment, and edition-specific visual and chassis details. |
Modern Enthusiast Relevance
- 4G63T turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four
- Five-speed manual transmission
- All-wheel-drive drivetrain
- CP9A Evolution VI platform
- GSR and RS configuration differences
- Edition-specific production context linked to Tommi Mäkinen’s WRC titles
- Relationship to Evolution IV, V, and VI CP9A development
- Japanese-market and selected export-market availability
Comparable Cars
Subaru Impreza WRX STI Type R
Turbocharged all-wheel-drive Subaru model from the same rally period. It used a flat-four engine and two-door coupe body in Type R form.
Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205
Toyota turbocharged all-wheel-drive rally homologation model using the 3S-GTE inline-four and a three-door liftback coupe body.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution V
Earlier CP9A Evolution generation with related 4G63T powertrain and all-wheel-drive architecture.
Nissan Pulsar GTI-R
Compact turbocharged all-wheel-drive Nissan hatchback developed for Group A rally context. It used the SR20DET inline-four rather than Mitsubishi’s 4G63T.
Buying And Ownership Notes
Evaluation should confirm the exact trim, market, VIN / chassis details, original equipment, edition-specific parts, and documentation. GSR and RS versions can differ in comfort equipment, drivetrain details, curb weight, and interior specification.
Mechanical inspection should focus on turbocharger condition, timing-belt service history, cooling-system condition, transfer-case and differential operation, gearbox condition, suspension wear, corrosion, previous accident repair, and prior modification quality.
MSC Taxonomy
Summary
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition is a CP9A special edition of the Lancer Evolution VI. It used the 1,997 cc 4G63T turbocharged inline-four, a five-speed manual transmission, all-wheel drive, and edition-specific details associated with Mitsubishi’s WRC-era road-car program.