More refined and more capable, if a bit slower on the stopwatch than previous Evos, the MR adds an element of sophistication to the breed that was previously lacking. The twin-clutch transmission is a highlight.
8.7 / 10
Dynamics
8.0 / 10
Engine Performance
Smooth and progressive power delivery; deceptively quick. Sounds disappointing.
9.0 / 10
Transmission Performance
Brilliant twin-clutch transmission is all things to all drivers. Three shift modes particularly impressive.
9.0 / 10
Brake Performance
Powerful, with solid pedal feel.
9.5 / 10
Steering Perfomance
MR-specific two-piece brake rotors and BBS wheels shave unsprung mass and improve steering response and feel compared to the already good GSR.
8.0 / 10
Handling
A bit softer than the GSR, and hence a bit less sharp. Still quite the handler.
8.5 / 10
Fun-to-Drive
Great fun. More nimble than the competition but not as sharp as the GSR.
7.8 / 10
Comfort
8.0 / 10
Ride Comfort
Improved over previous generation. Firm, with better bump compliance than the GSR.
7.5 / 10
Wind Noise
Reasonably well-controlled.
7.5 / 10
Road Noise
Additional sound deadening snubs road noise better than the GSR.
9.0 / 10
Front Seat Comfort/Space/Access
Outstanding seats in terms of support (particularly thigh) and comfort.
7.0 / 10
Rear Seat Comfort/Space/Access
Ample headroom, legroom just OK. Flattish, but reasonably comfortable, seats.
7.5 / 10
Driving Position
Lacks seat height adjuster and telescoping wheel. Basic position is sound aside from this.
7.4 / 10
Function
7.5 / 10
Headlight Illumination
HIDs on MR spit out more light than the halogens on the GSR.
7.5 / 10
Visibility
Higher beltline than previous Evo.
7.0 / 10
Instrument Panel Layout
Legible but on the small side.
8.0 / 10
Climate Control System Layout
Simple large three-knob layout works great.
8.0 / 10
Audio System Layout
Multifunction interface is comprehensive, if a bit intimidating at first. Needs a volume knob.
7.5 / 10
Secondary Control Layout
No issues to report.
7.5 / 10
Interior Storage
Console bin and glovebox are of average size. Scant nooks and crannies.
7.0 / 10
Standard Cargo/Trunk Space
Battery (and subwoofer in fancy sound system) eats up trunk space.
7.0 / 10
Maximum Cargo Space (ease & amount)
Small pass-through only.
7.0 / 10
Cupholders
Rather shallow. Won't hold up to near 1.0-g cornering capability.
7.8 / 10
Design/Build Quality
8.0 / 10
Exterior Design
Aggressive nose is best feature. Looks a bit awkward in rear three-quarter view
8.0 / 10
Interior Design
Fairly modern and usable interior design.
7.5 / 10
Interior Materials
Better than previous Evos, but still not class-leading.
8.0 / 10
Interior Control Tactile Feel
All controls have good action, save for chintzy HVAC knobs.
7.9
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