Used Mitsubishi Lancer Evo Evo IX (2005 - 2008) Safety & Reliability Review by Ben Wall on 01 May 2009 Last Updated: 05 Feb 2014 4 Mitsubishi actually carried out fewer changes in progressing to the Evo IX than when evolving from Evo VIII to Evo VIII MR, however this will be the final development of thieve IX. The visible changes consist of subtle alterations with new front intercooler ducts, a rear under-bumper diffuser, new lights front and rear and a change of wheel design. Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Safety Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info It has four airbags and a category one alarm system. You could also argue that it offers exceptional levels of grip and braking and its levels of acceleration will get you safely past slower traffic with the minimum of time on the dangerous side of the road. But you'll also feel compelled to drive it to its limits and every thief in your area would love to get his hands on it...Security deterrents include and alarm and immobiliser, Mighty Dot (which sprays microscopic unique identification specs all over the car making even individual parts identifiable) and the option of a Tracker electronic tracking device. 4 out of 5 Reliability Despite the fact that the engine is more powerful for its size than any other production car we can think of, Mitsubishi are confident enough to give it a three-year, unlimited mileage warranty. We've heard very few problems reported, and any that are tend to be minor and nothing to do with the engine or drivetrain. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox Check for any poor quality aftermarket modifications. Other No problems reported. Back to: Costs Continue to: Buying & Selling Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Cars for Sale Search over 200,000 new and used cars for sale across the UK. Find out more