A mid-life update brought subtle interior improvements and a focus on the FQ-300 and FQ-330 models. By this point, the Evolution X had cemented its reputation as a highly capable, albeit less visceral, alternative to previous Evos.
The Active Yaw Control pump is mounted in a vulnerable position and corrodes badly on UK cars, bringing warning lights and expensive drivetrain-control faults.
SST cars are very sensitive to correct fluid and calibration; neglected boxes can judder, skip gears or fail outright with huge repair bills.
Even specialist-owned Evo Xs can rust underneath in the UK, particularly around the rear subframe and suspension pick-up points.