Mitsubishi has featured some iconic cars over the years. Perhaps you’ve seen the custom Mitsubishi Eclipse in The Fast and the Furious franchise! We get people all the time who want a zippy new vehicle for their drives in Springfield. As such, they ask about the fastest Mitsubishi car on our lot near Philadelphia. Read more with our guide from Springfield Mitsubishi. We’ll go over the list of the top Mitsubishi 0-60 times among our new inventory!
What are the Fastest Mitsubishi Vehicles in Production Today?
Now, we’ll look over the fastest Mitsubishi vehicles you can buy for your Delaware County escapades, including the Outlander PHEV and a Mirage G4 sedan. See the list of the fastest Mitsubishi vehicles you can buy as tested by automotive experts for the 2024 model year. We list the Mitsubishi 0-60 times in order from fastest to slowest:
- Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 0-60: 6.5 seconds
- Mitsubishi Outlander 0-60: 8.2 seconds
- Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 0-60: 8.0 seconds (better than its rivals)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 0-60: 8.6 seconds
- Mitsubishi Mirage 0-60: 10.6 seconds
- Mitsubishi Mirage G4 0-60: 12.8 seconds
As you can see, the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is currently the fastest Mitsubishi model. Believe it or not, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version can generate near-instantaneous torque when driving on just the electric motor alone. So, if you’re looking for the fastest Mitsubishi car, look for an SUV!
Mitsubishi 0-60 Times: Reviews
Auto critics commend Mitsubishi models for their acceleration, especially the new Outlander PHEV. Motor Trend, for instance, writes the following: “Outlander Hybrid models are also the quickest. It made the dash to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, more than two seconds quicker than the gas model.”
Your review is the most important, of course, so it’s important to get behind the wheel and experience Mitsubishi 0-60 times at your favorite racetrack.
Mitsubishi Eclipse in The Fast and the Furious
A 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse in The Fast and the Furious had a brief yet memorable appearance. In the movie, Brian O’Conner uses his Eclipse to get ready for his first street race. He struggles to keep the car under control, and it spins all over the place as he warms up for the main heat. When it comes to race time, the colorful green Eclipse with the tall spoiler in the back suffers from an overheated intake manifold. Later in the movie, the Eclipse is completely destroyed.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse is no longer in production, but this collectible modern car might show up in our selection of pre-owned models. The Mitsubishi Eclipse in The Fast and the Furious sold at an auction for $170,500 in 2022! An actual production model of a 1995 Eclipse had a Mitsubishi 0-60 time of 8.9 seconds on 19-inch street tires. So, it had some zip in it. Just not as much as the modern vehicles we have on our lot!
What Are the Top 10 Fastest Mitsubishi Cars in History?
Mitsubishi has some of the fastest cars in history for a non-luxury brand, which comes from the automaker’s racing pedigree. While the automaker has moved away from fast cars lately, these are the top 10 fastest Mitsubishi cars in history:
- Lancer Evolution X FQ440: 3.6 seconds — The racing-inspired Lancer had a remarkable 440 hp and 412 lb-ft of torque, and it was able to outrun a Mercedes-Benz and BMW.
- Lancer Evolution VIII FQ400: 3.8 seconds — As a replacement for the Galant, the Lancer Evolution’s FQ models were made for European racing circuits.
- Lancer Evolution IX FQ360: 3.9 seconds — This Lancer achieved an amazing 366 hp with a 2.0L turbo engine in 2006.
- Lancer Evolution X FQ360: 4.0 seconds — This European version of the Lancer Evo features four-wheel drive for snowy British winters.
- Lancer Evolution IX FQ340: 4.3 seconds — This Lancer Evo was touted as delivering some of the best power per gallon of gasoline.
- Lancer Evo X FQ330: 4.4 seconds — Again, the European version of the Lancer came through with paddle shifters in later models.
- Lancer Evo X FQ300: 4.5 seconds — Did you know that the Lancer wasn’t just fast? The sport seats made it comfortable!
- Lancer Evolution VIII FQ340: 4.7 seconds — Lancer models, like this one, often came with Bilstein shocks for better handling.
- Lancer Evo VIII FQ330: 4.7 seconds — This vehicle features prominently in the racing game Forza Motorsport (2005).
- Lancer Evolution MR: 4.7 seconds — These used Mitsubishi models have outstanding value when they’re kept in good condition, even at nearly 15 years old!
Test-Drive a New Mitsubishi for Sale in Springfield!
Whether you want a high-performance Mitsubishi or a family-friendly SUV, we have a wide range of new vehicles on our lot with loads of new vehicle specials to suit your needs. Contact us or call 484-574-8434 option 1 to schedule a test drive at your convenience. We’re happy to help in any way we can!
