Mitsubishi FTO Reviews

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Summary

The Mitsubishi FTO is a front wheeled drive coupé with a front engine. FTO stands for Fresh Touring Origination.

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 18/03/2011

“Sold my beloved Caterham 7 and bought a 1999 GPX...”

Sold my beloved Caterham 7 and bought a 1999 GPX manual as a cheap, practical second car (toy). I absolutely love it. The power curve above 3000 rpm is beautiful, then at 5500 it becomes quite astonishing. It can be driven placidly around town with no fuss, but is a beast when the MIVEC is on song. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I think that the FTO is a work of art, from any angle. The kids love it, my wife loves it, even the mother in law likes it! Fuel consumption is reasonable, given...

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ShotTheDot

Reviews written: 9

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 23/11/2010

“I have owned my FTO GPX Mivec 24valve in Steel Silver...”

I have owned my FTO GPX Mivec 24valve in Steel Silver for 1 year now and im more in love with the car than i thought i ever could be.The car came to me with thousands of pounds worth of upgrades and very sensible mods like strut braces,full genuine leather upholstery,silicone blue engine and coolant hoses etc,chrome ind pipe,fuse box cover and lowered with c/overs,big brakes and grooved and vented discs etc,all not too boyracerish if you know what i mean.I dont mind saying that i spent £2550...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 11/07/2010

“My fto is a 96 GR (Non-MIVEC) tiptronic in passion red...”

My fto is a 96 GR (Non-MIVEC) tiptronic in passion red which I have owwned for 8 years. They come with elec windows/mirrors, power steering, digital air-con, fully adjustable seats (Incl. lumbar support) and steering column (Though if buying there are a lot of other mods/extra's available depending on what extra's the original japenes owner decided to pay for when bought new ... so choose carefully and be picky!). It has two seats at the rear but if like me you like the drivers seat far back to...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 02/02/2010

“I bought my FTO mivec after being a VR6 man for a long...”

I bought my FTO mivec after being a VR6 man for a long time i watched many videos on the car and read a lot of reviews , so i took one for a test drive and fell in love with it it hits 80 in 2nd gear and handles like no other front wheel drive car ive ever driven in fact a lot of ppl think when driving its rear wheel drive or four wheel as it handles that well. But as too the mr2 debate a turbo will be quiker ....but you can do a vr4 conversion if you want !!! then there a bit daft ..but theres...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 03/10/2009

“Amazing car, I've owned variety of uncommon cars over...”

Amazing car, I've owned variety of uncommon cars over the years and some sensible ones too but my FTO facelift GX is awesome. Guaranteed to get plenty of looks, especially in white, lots of power, handling is superb and they're comfortable too, and the best thing, they're used as touring cars in Japan, what a talking point at a dinner party, oh the second best thing, they're too expensive for boy racers too insure, thank God, 10/10...

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arpswetman

Reviews written: 17

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 15/09/2009

“I always bought what some would call sensible saloon...”

I always bought what some would call sensible saloon cars, but my last one was vandalised by someone in Wolverhampton in 2006. This year I decided that one car in the household was not enough and wanted something completely unlike me, so I bought an FTO 54000 miles pre owned by a 84 year old gent and a standard car to boot. I always liked the look of these and they still look great. Rear room is minimal but if you want that buy a Vectra. These cars go round corners as if they are on rails. The engine...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 12/05/2009

“Really quick, especially when switching to 'manual'...”

Really quick, especially when switching to 'manual' selector on semi gearbox, good handling, reliable, and a real 'drivers' car. Mitsubishi FTO is a great car...almost as much fun as the 2.0 Starion's used to be. ...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 05/05/2009

“I love my Mitsubishi FTO its great and i love burning...”

I love my Mitsubishi FTO its great and i love burning off my mate in his audi a4 ha ha ha jap all the way...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 21/04/2009

“Hi, i always liked the look of Mitsi's FTO but never...”

Hi, i always liked the look of Mitsi's FTO but never had the bottle to go out and buy one. Several years ago i bought the WRX on the forecourt of the importers rather than the FTO cos the girlfriend didn't like the look of it! Then i became a MR2 convert and have driven toyota's mid engine maestro for several years now but due to the requirement for a back seat it was back to searching for something sporty, japanese, fun, affordable but with a back seat - the MR2 had to go lol - oh and it had to...

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niko9817

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 22/03/2009

“The Mitsubishi FTO is a good car. You get good...”

The Mitsubishi FTO is a good car. You get good quality for the price, good handling however is high on petrol so is pricey to get from a-b and insurance isnt cheap either. Reliable and powerful, good handling , comfortable...

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Shotthedot's response to 449261_niko9817's Review

Written on: 27/03/2010

The car is pricey on fuel only if you have a tight budget and insurance the same.If you cannot afford a car like this you should stick to the 1.1 fiestas,clios etc.

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 19/10/2008

“Still looks good even though its 15 years old now,...”

Still looks good even though its 15 years old now, great performance and value for money with pretty much everything inc digital climate control as standard. Lovely smooth engine with a great exhaust note and handles like a dream. Great looks and performance for very little money....

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 26/06/2008

“I have owned a Mitsubishi FTO 1.8 gs base model a MR2...”

I have owned a Mitsubishi FTO 1.8 gs base model a MR2 g limited auto and a Subaru sport these cars are the only 3 cars that have been worth owning lovely to drive, although it didn ' t look the best for going round corners nothing compares to the Subaru, I have had a few other cars that were totally rubbish including Alfa Romeo 156 what a mess, I ' ll never buy a Alfa again, Honda Civic which had a really uncomfortable seat, Suzuki Baleno naff interior and exterior, I did have a new VW Passat hire...

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agentblue7

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 13/06/2008

“Owned my Mitsubishi FTO 2.0 GPX Mivec now for 8 years....”

Owned my Mitsubishi FTO 2.0 GPX Mivec now for 8 years. Loved it every day I`ve had it and every day I've driven it. Looks can't be beaten and the sound of the mivec at 3000 rpm is simply awesome. Buy a good one and it will never let you down. When you buy one youll use the words love and smile a lot and the immortal words "theres nothing I can think of that could replace it". Agent.Blue7...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 14/04/2008

“Very satisfying to drive and I hope they would...”

Very satisfying to drive and I hope they would continue the fto series production. Got an Mitsubishi FTO gr passion red....

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 20/02/2008

“I have owned a Miotsubishi FTO for almost 2 years....”

I have owned a Miotsubishi FTO for almost 2 years. Passion red GPX Manual 1995. It's great to drive and I love it to bits. You'd be hard pushed to find a better sports car in this price range....

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 05/12/2007

“This is the best car I ever bought. I had a mk2 VW...”

This is the best car I ever bought. I had a mk2 VW Golf GTi and that was a tuned 8v version, quicker than the 16v. I got overtaken by an FTO but then I didn't know what it was. Since then I've chased the country to find a good supplier and one in good condition. Now I've found it, I'm happy....

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shapster1947

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 05/12/2006

“The Mitsubishi FTO is a fantastic little car for the...”

The Mitsubishi FTO is a fantastic little car for the money! I use mine every day and mostly with four up! My trips to work are only a few miles so it does about 20mpg. On longer trips it does about 30mpg - my overall figure is 23.4 mpg. When I can I use the Tiptronic for some racy fun but around town I use auto. Shame it's so old - the slightest bump and they will try and write it off. I love my FTO it must be the most underrated car around....

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hinde

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 25/11/2006

“Buy one you'll love it, looks, styling and drive....”

Buy one you'll love it, looks, styling and drive. plenty of added extras to buy to 'pimp your ride' these cars are white hot and long live the fto...

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John from Downunder

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 26/09/2006

“Bought this Mitsubishi FTO on strength of reviews...”

Bought this Mitsubishi FTO on strength of reviews here. Got passion red GR with tiptronic. It's very reliable and a lot of fun to drive. Now spend my time fantasising about body-kit manual GPX and that 20% extra whoooosh. But tipronic a lot of fun and 2 speed tickets enough thus far, a bit sobering. Darn! Great car. Would buy again. GPX next time!...

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Chancer

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 05/09/2006

“Only had the Mitsubishi FTO a few months now but it is...”

Only had the Mitsubishi FTO a few months now but it is my third in the last 4 years. Lovely drive, real headturner for the cash. Performance wise, for a ten year old car its hard to beat. I have a Tip gearbox so it's not as fast as a manual but I for a lazy driver like me.. a tip is great.... Petrol prices seem to be coming down too so thats a plus!!!...

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Shane Keat

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 23/01/2006

“Love the Mitsubishi FTO, not had it long but oh man. ”

Love the Mitsubishi FTO, not had it long but oh man.
Stats are 7.6 secs to 100kmh 15.5 to 400m mine is manual GX 2Lv6 with big bore exhaust and pod filter after market suspension 17....

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FTO96

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 04/01/2006

“The Misubishi FTO is great it sure turns heads and it...”

The Misubishi FTO is great it sure turns heads and it does look a lot more expensive then it is. This was the most cute but sporty car and it took me awile to get up the guts to get one because its imported, I thought I might regret it but I'm still as much in love with it as the day I got it don't think about it go FTO...

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raisin

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 13/11/2005

“I imported the Mitsubishi FTO for my wife, she loves...”

I imported the Mitsubishi FTO for my wife, she loves it. Mechanically and electrically sound and don't see anything going wrong in the near future. It seems to be heavy, which might be due to extra stengthening. No problems with inner space, wife says it great out on the motorway where she can open it up, and good on the hills. She drives faster than me, they say love is blind my wife has only good things to say about her FTO model GX...

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Raisin's response to raisin's Review

Written on: 22/12/2006

raisin here. Check my earlier review...
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<br>An update on the Mitsubishi FTP, owned for 1.5 years... It's still going strong. It hasn't missed a beat. New tyres have certainly made it quieter on New Zealand roads. Mileage up to 90km. It's still just got factory mags on it, which are not that great. I would like to get flashy ones, but it's not my car, it's the wife's.
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<br/>I like driving it now, but I'm asking the wife to sell it and get a later car. She still wants it, so that's good for me. GX auto 5 speed - great on fuel economy.

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eiljoan

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 14/10/2005

“I have only had my Mitsubishi FTO for one week, but I...”

I have only had my Mitsubishi FTO for one week, but I am very glad I bought it. It has a very comfortable seat position.
I had an MX5 some time ago, but there is no comparison. I did not know anything about the Mitubishi before I saw it, but I did find out that my niece had been wanting one for years....

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MDDraco

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 13/09/2005

“The Mitusbishi FTO has outdone itself, for years...”

The Mitusbishi FTO has outdone itself, for years serving the Japanese, and now, more and more are finding their way on to the British market, this car is just an excellent example of Japanese engineering, if you want speed and power, this has it to spare, if you want luxury and comfort, well, it's all there, a great all rounder, even if you need the space... it's there (well, for a sports car anyway)!! Most commonly found with the triptronic gear box, which is an excellent box, although, make sure...

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avikumar

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 07/09/2005

“Mitsubishi FTO...I'm the king of the road when I drive...”

Mitsubishi FTO...I'm the king of the road when I drive my FTO. Especially having a huge T-wing, with a sexy big bore and classic tints, my car makes everyone dream of having it. My FTO, is my honey.Thanks Mitsubishi....

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wittzi

Reviews written: 3

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 03/08/2005

“Don't get me wrong I love my FTO which I've owned for...”

Don't get me wrong I love my FTO which I've owned for just over one year. Very little has gone wrong with it. It's quick and it looks (and sounds) awesome and looks way more than its worth. Mine is a 1998 GX for £5,000.

However, you can't help but feel that this car should have been faster and whilst you can modify it extensively you're never going to be getting the gains that the Turbo jap cars will achieve.

Also as standard the pre-face lift models (and some newer ones)...

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surfysimon

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 30/07/2005

“An awesome car! I've had mine for three years now and...”

An awesome car! I've had mine for three years now and have had no trouble at all. I still love this car as much as the day I bought it if not more. It is one wicked piece of sports car!! If you haven't got one go test drive a GPX Mivec, 5spd and you'll know what I mean!...

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6316

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 10/05/2005

“All in all the Mitsubishi FTO is a fantastic sports...”

All in all the Mitsubishi FTO is a fantastic sports machine. The handling is amazing in any weather due to the front wheel drive. The interior layout is great, and looking down from the windscreen the bonnet actually leaves you feeling as though you are in a Ferarri. The car has a great road feel and sound. Very reliable cars, a bit expensive to run for the newer drivers....

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joderv1

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 09/05/2005

“I absolutely love the Mitsubishi FTO and the GPX Mivec...”

I absolutely love the Mitsubishi FTO and the GPX Mivec is the best. It is fast and sexy.

As a lady driver going from a 1.4 Peugeot 306 it was daunting, but as soon as I saw the car I fell in love and when I took it round the block I knew I had to have it.

Sadly I have to sell mine as I am moving abroad and they will not allow cars over 5 years old so I have now bought a Seat Leon Cupra T.

I will miss my FTO and anyone thinking of buying should definately get one....

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Dazlawson

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 28/04/2005

“After reading lots and lots on the Mitsubishi FTO I...”

After reading lots and lots on the Mitsubishi FTO I went out today (yes as I type) and put a deposit on one. M plate GR in silver, 17" 5 spoke alloys with nice tyres, cd, air etc., race pipe and filter (swayed it perhaps), no tax but 10 months mot so now uk spec (not sure on pipe though), 65k miles for 3995 british pounds. Got shown all the specific inspections points, panel alignment, uk specific mods (fog light), it even has the original "flag light" holder in off side front wing!
So cant...

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6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 30/04/2005

FTO V6 GPX Mi-Vec.
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<br>Need I say more? Fast, Sexy, Great Sound and reliable. Can't go wrong.

Nadeembutt786's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 10/05/2005

was wondering if anyone with the knowledge could tell me what to look out for regarding buying one of these babies, got about £2500-3000 to buy one of these puppies? can i get a decent one for this price?

6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 10/05/2005

Well I'd like to think I know what I am talking about! lol
The FTO GR and GX vary between about £2,200 and £3,000. Of course these edition vary between 1.8l and 2.0l. The best FTO would be the GPX, Mi-Vec. It has a v6. These vary between £2,800 and £4,500 depending on the condition! There are a fair few around, you have to be careful for people lying about the engine too. Some people will tell you they have Mi-Vec engines when they clearly do not ;)
Good Luck Finding one.

Nadeembutt786's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 11/05/2005

Umm, not to sound stupid but is there a way to tell the engine is in fact a mivec, (apart from looking at the log book?)

6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 11/05/2005

http://www.mitsubishi-fto.org/dawn-spec/gpx/i/engine_bay02.jpg = Mivec Engine.
http://www.mitsubishi-fto.org/steve/lucifer/i/engine_overview.jpg = Normal FTO Engine
You can see the difference ;)

Nadeembutt786's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 12/05/2005

LOOKS SEXY AS EVER THOUGH THE MIVEC DOESNT IT? NOW SOMEBODY'S PUT A SPANNER IN THE WORKS AND TOLD ME TO GET A CELICA INSTEAD OF A MITSU, OPINION GUYS?

Dazlawson's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 12/05/2005

How many Celicas do you see against FTO? Need I say more. Got mine today and over the moon with it. Tiptronic serious fun and it dont half go when you wind it up! Need to get speedo calibrated as it now on 17" alloys (yes it has a mph speedo) but get overtaken with 120 mph on clock on dual carriageway so me thinks its a bit out. Buy one, try it. If you dont like it you will get your money back on re-sale. Love mine!

6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 12/05/2005

Celica = Poor compared. Who told you to do that? I demand you walk up to them and poke them in the eye.....after getting out of your new FTO :P
The FTO will probably be cheaper and better anyway.....

Nadeembutt786's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 13/05/2005

just saw a celica, my goodness, disgusting, pick up was sickening, my 1.2c fiat punto's got more power than the celica.

6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 13/05/2005

Yeah Celica's dont go the distance. You can't go wrong with a FTO, take my word for it ;)

Nadeembutt786's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 16/05/2005

thanks guys for all the suggestions, went to see a fto yesterday, was told that it a mivec engine and looked at the engine, wasnt a mivec, informed the seller and his response was "well *@~* off then if you dont want it". But to be honest i would love one but its just not a 4 seater at all, so the baby wouldnt fit in the back. Am now looking for a 406 coupe (waiting for insults) but thanks anyway guys.

6316's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 17/05/2005

good luck ;)

Markgreenhill's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 17/05/2005

Had my GPX mivec Fto nearly 3 years now & wouldn't change it for anything! The Impreza is a modern XR3i, If you drive a porsche your usually thought of as a bit of a yuppie etc. The FTO might not be quite as quick but much more reliable & turns more heads. With a stainless exhaust nothing sounds as good either. Join the owners club&try AON for insurance. I'm 35, full protected NCB paying under £400. 4seats and a decent boot too, What more could you want??

199636_5W1F7Y's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 29/06/2005

hey guys/gals just wondering if anyone could help me out with some objective advice? i'm currently looking into a new car and am having difficulty deciding whether to go for an FTO or a 300ZX, anyone got any opinions? particularly in reference to reliability and maintenance costs...?

The Final Fury's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 13/07/2005

Celica's bah my old Mondeo used to eat those. I have an Impreza WRX (I know what you are all thinking) but although it is quicker and holds the road like it's on rails (not quite in the Mit Evo league) I want an FTO. They just look so very sexy. Sort of Aston Martin(ey?) from the front. Anyone now of anybody who wants to swap? Power and pace for looks and curves?

The Final Fury's response to Dazlawson's Review

Written on: 13/07/2005

Just noticed the 'Impreza is a Modern XR3i' comment. Don't even put then in the same........ whatever. The XR3i was a bucket, awful Dagenham dustbin with all the power an old Tumble Dryer. The Impreza goes and goes and goes. Doesn't look as good as the FTO though (admittedly) and the shape is dated, but they are working on that.... but come on XR3i.........?? That's like saying that the Audi TT Quattro is a modern Beetle..........

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Fuzzie

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 11/11/2004

“The Mitsubishi FTO is a great car for anyone who wants...”

The Mitsubishi FTO is a great car for anyone who wants a sleek looking relatively small sports car. However I find that it lacks the performance that one would expect at first glance. It has also been a very expensive exercise to fix the minor little things that have been wrong with it. I.e. the Link rods are AUS$125 each new, the tiptronic gear shift knob on its own costs about AUS$500! I am also concerned about being able to touch up my car with the right colour of paint when I get any scratches...

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Brum chick

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 25/10/2004

“I have owned my Mitsubishi FTO, GPX Sports Car for...”

I have owned my Mitsubishi FTO, GPX Sports Car for exactly 3 days, and I am still terrified every time I drive it. I have never driven anything so powerful, it handles like a dream and of course is a very eye catching car. I was somewhat surprised that I could not insure my FTO without first having a Thatchum approved immobiliser and a Tracker installed!!! The radio cassette player in my FTO is the only thing I am disapointed with, I can't tune it in to half the stations I used to listen to, so...

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Mivec24V's response to 175012_Brum chick's Review

Written on: 16/01/2005

You can by a band expander so that you can lsten to all the channels if you need any more info just ask.

Joderv1's response to 175012_Brum chick's Review

Written on: 09/05/2005

If you want an FTO manual you can get one from Ebay on CD Rom. I found it useful.
You can also get a band expander for radio, but better to get a CD Player to be honest.
I am also an FTO lady driver and I love it.

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owen3

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 22/07/2004

“The Mitsubishi FTO is smartly designed, both in and out. ”

The Mitsubishi FTO is smartly designed, both in and out.
Too much is made of the larger engine. The 1800cc, which I have, is plenty power for all types of driving and very economical. An applause should go up for the tiptronic transmission. Very cool for an automatic and quite useful on windy mountain roads....

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mental oriental

Reviews written: 1

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 18/06/2004

“I have a 1995 GPX Mivec in midnight blue with sunroof...”

I have a 1995 GPX Mivec in midnight blue with sunroof & switchable traction controle wich were options when new. I have owned a number of sporty cars in the past and this is without doubt the best, its well behaved during normal driving but it turns into a real beast. The trip gearbox is fantastic I don't know how I managed without one before this, Mitsubishi = reliability so there should be no real problems although I have had to replace a speed sensor which was causing problems with the traction...

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hogviews

Reviews written: 2

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 06/04/2004

“Owned a '94 Mitsubishi FTO GPX mivec for just over 2...”

Owned a '94 Mitsubishi FTO GPX mivec for just over 2 years, its the first sports car we've owned and is everything we want the Tip box gives me the fun and my wife gets easy traffic jams! The only problems I have had was mainly due to poor servicing from the dealers with the previous owner and the stepper was a pain for the first 6 months we run it bog standard except for magna core leads and have had it de-restricted, four seats enable us to go out as a family. The ONLY downside is/was getting...

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robertl.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 04/08/2003

“I have had my FTO since Feb 2002 and have never looked...”

I have had my FTO since Feb 2002 and have never looked back. The handling and performance are excellent for a car of this price. I have scared myself by pushing it around some bends and not even feeling like I would lose it.
My interpretation of FTO = "F****** Testosterone Overload".
What can I add about the looks, except Yeeeaaaahhh!...

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Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 12/06/2003

“An excellent 2+2, 200bhp from a 2litre and...”

An excellent 2+2, 200bhp from a 2litre and exceptionally cheap to get hold of in the UK. circa 6-7k for a GPX.

3 main models, GS (1.8 ltr) GR (2.0 ltr) and the GPX (2.0 ltr) other variants are GX,GPVR(Lightened GPX).

The GPX has MIVEC, which allows the Car to use another set of Cams at 5800 rpm. Sorry im not a motorhead with the Jargon! this will allow normal driving below 5800 rpm and sports above 5800. Avg MPG will be 20/25mpg .. although you will want to rev and hear the awesome...

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von.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 06/06/2003

“This car is, without doubt, one of the best kept...”

This car is, without doubt, one of the best kept secrets in the UK even in 2003. Even Mitsubishi like to keep their secret to themselves & those who have heard about the FTO on the grapevine. Misti have been selling the FTO through their RalliArt brand since 1999, but most savvy owners have imported theirs through the many reputable Jap importers in the UK.

I have a 1997 new look FTO GX in a wonderful champagne silver colour. The GX is not the fastest of the FTOs but it is plenty fast enough...

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Dave.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 19/04/2003

“A great looking car despite the wheels which are too...”

A great looking car despite the wheels which are too small to fill the arches. The real revelation is the handling which is roller-skate precise. Mortals driving rear-drive beasts, give up now. Engine is a gem, if one with a few impurities. It's beautifully smooth and loves to rev all the way to 8000RPM but keep it below 6000 and watch those Micras and diesel Astras fly by. Once on song the performance is good but not as spectacular as the engine note may fool you into thinking (0-60 in 7.5 seconds...

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Squiggy.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 23/01/2003

“I purchased my GPX Tiptronic FTO about year ago now....”

I purchased my GPX Tiptronic FTO about year ago now. When I first sat in it, I freaked, I was so low to the ground. The FTO has fantastic take off and quick acceleration. Stick a turbo in it and watch it fly. With its sleek design and great traction, the FTO is a fantastic car for the sports car enthusiast that's into style and speed....

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rich.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 20/10/2002

“The Mitsubishi FTO is a nice car. Very quick off the...”

The Mitsubishi FTO is a nice car. Very quick off the mark but doesn't corner and is quiet. Very reliable, around £80,000, no boot as such (nos) but is a brilliant babe magnet....

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72828_Spankmebandit.'s response to 45124_rich.'s Review

Written on: 14/02/2003

The FTO is one of the best handling FF cars in the world.
Performance is fairly average in a straight line but try to keep up on some corners.
Quiet, You should have been in Sydney when 12 FTO with Modified Exhausts and intakes drove down george street in formation.

Toca.'s response to 45124_rich.'s Review

Written on: 19/04/2003

I think the reviewer is getting his cars mixed up. FTO is not quiet even in standard un-modded form, corners like it's on rails PROVIDED you don't skimp on the rubber, has a boot as big as my old Vectra 2.5 SRi and was never £80k, even new.

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Alaba_b.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★☆

Written on: 29/07/2002

“My husband bought this mitsubishi FTO for me on my...”

My husband bought this mitsubishi FTO for me on my birthday (I am not sure if he bought it for himself). It only comes out during the week ends. Despite all the latest and modern sports cars around, the FTO still draws attention.

Unfortunately an idiot has broken into mine in Hackney, London. The drivers window was broken and I could see problems looming. It's been a sad day for the family - the baby has been humiliated. There were so many cars on the well light road why mine!...

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Richard Uk's response to Alaba_b.'s Review

Written on: 02/01/2004

If your car only goes out on weekends it may be worth thinking about limited mileage insurance, I have an FTO GR which is my second car, I have it insured with mileage limited to 1500 miles a year and it cost £220 fully comp! if I go over the agreed limit I simply pay the extra for the next level, ie 3000 would probably be an extra £80-100 or so.
<br>Richard.

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Richard.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 16/07/2002

“I have had my 1998 GPvR Aero Series Mitsubishi FTO...”

I have had my 1998 GPvR Aero Series Mitsubishi FTO since February 2001 and am still as pleased with it as I was the day I bought it. Nothing within this price bracket can rival the FTO. It seems that just about everybody who sees the car out on the road has to have a good look at the car. I was lucky enought to get a Manual Version R of which I think there is only a handful in the country. It is very easy these days to get FTO's serviced for a reasonable price. You will be amazed at how many people...

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MD Draco.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 04/06/2002

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"OK, this is the baby, this is the one" -- These were my first thoughts upon first seeing a Mitsubishi FTO. Of course then the problem of where to get one emerged. I never thought I'd get one for £6500, but to my surprise, along came a nice Silver GR TT and I haven't looked back since. The ride is superb, some would say a little hard, but you have to bear in mind that this IS a sports car, and if you want a smooth ride you should buy a family saloon. It isn't going to break any records...

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63753_Mj.'s response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 09/01/2003

I agree, 1 more point is that ladies LOVE this bad boy!!

76702_Sam.'s response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 02/03/2003

Try finding one of these sweet cars in the United States. I got to drive one ONCE that a friend owned and I have been in love with the car since. Can't afford to import one into the USA and can't find anyone here that wants to let one go. Is the car what is claimed? OHHHH HELL YEAH!!
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<br>Sam

88954_Ace.'s response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 14/04/2003

can anyone please tell me the name of a good importer for these wonderful cars as i am desperate to get rid of about £8k on one of them. please help. email me. thanks

104855_Von.'s response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 06/06/2003

ACE wants to know about importers. There is Vehichle Buyers Japan in Newbury & Japimports in Southampton that I know have good records.
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<br>I know VBJ advertise in Autotrader.co.uk. Just select Mitsubishi, then FTO, then your post code & you're away!
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<br>I got my FTO GX from VBJ nearly three years ago & it has to have been the best purchase I have ever made. This car always brings a smile to my face no matter what journey I'm about to undertake. I've done Bournemouth to Newcastle & Cambridge & Ispwich & London & Carmarthen & Bodmin & you name it, I have put the miles in & this car is superb. Buy one, you will not be disappointed.

Gaz.'s response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 14/07/2003

yeah dude, totally stoked like riding a nice clean wave drivin my fto!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Saleemakhtar's response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 23/01/2004

Hi can any one help me im 22 and ive got 5 years ncb but all the insurace companys I ask for say they cant insure any 1 under 25 on a fto gpx can anyone recommend a insurance company?

Beckyhr4's response to 26362_MD Draco.'s Review

Written on: 24/02/2004

www.tesco.com will insure under 25's on a GPX as long as you have a tracking device. It is also worth noting that many FTO's can be picked up very cheaply in the UK now, I Bought mine from a private seller in Poole for £4750! Beck

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MAC.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 29/05/2002

“Mitsubishi FTO Sports Coupe - where should i start?...”

Mitsubishi FTO Sports Coupe - where should i start? I'll start with the inside out. The FTO's interior styling is far superior to any Honda in its class. From the snug front seats to the climate control air conditioning, you would think it was designed by Europeans. The thing about the FTO is that you get much more for your dollar than ANY euro car in its class or above! It's even got cool folding in mirrors at the touch of a button! This car is not made for practicality because its a sports coupe!...

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Ftoboy.'s response to 25528_MAC.'s Review

Written on: 18/06/2002

i have got the F1 note in and i am telling you its great.................

Andyandshaz's response to 25528_MAC.'s Review

Written on: 05/01/2004

TOTALLY AGREE 11/10 GREAT RIDE! Shaz norwich

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Paul.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 12/05/2002

“The mitsubishi FTO is an excellent car. Pretty average...”

The mitsubishi FTO is an excellent car. Pretty average on fuel but what do you expect! I run mine on Shell Optimax which it likes....

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Marty Tatts.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 13/04/2002

“Totally agree with all the praise the Mitsubishi FTO...”

Totally agree with all the praise the Mitsubishi FTO receives. ...

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unity_neil.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 27/03/2002

“Bought my '95 GR tiptronic Mitsubishi FTO a month ago....”

Bought my '95 GR tiptronic Mitsubishi FTO a month ago. As a small sports coupe I think you'll find this hard to beat. Far prettier and faster than the MR2, MGF?? Try Japanese reliability. Parts are now readily available through Mitsubishi dealers or through independent setups like Camskill, Japco etc. Rear seating is cramped for adults as this is a 2+2. Manuals are faster than tiptronics but rarer. GPX is quite a lot more to insure for only 20BHP more. Prices from 5000pounds for a 94 in fair cond....

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19459_J.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 15/04/2002

Sounds great, i'm buying one shortly, but honestly, how can a 2+2 seater sports car rate 4.5 for practicality!!

27007_Steve.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 09/06/2002

I agree with Leeds, beautiful sports car with option of rear seats means great practically unlike poxy MR2.

42759_The Truth Is Out There!.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 09/10/2002

By all means carry on in your world of delusion. Sorry i just had to pick myself off the floor with laughter at the comment about FTOs being quicker than MR2s and MGFs.
<br> MR2 n/a 0-60 7.2 @ 135mph
<br> MR2 turbo 0-60 5.2 @ 160mph
<br> MGF vvti 0-60 7.0 @ 135mph
<br>The biggest problem with the FTO is its all show and no go! And the build quality ?????

44767_Steve.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 18/10/2002

Looks are far more important these days than performance thanks to the Government stealth tax (sorry, should have said speed cameras). MR2's look OK but I am afraid that the MGF is a hairdressers car.

People like myself with a small child prefer the 2+2 type sports cars, what do you do with an MR2, put the baby on a roof rack?

47334_Plug.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 31/10/2002

Sorry Mr. MR2... Had several MR2's and FTO's... Mr2, nice car but totally out-classed by the superior FTO. So.. the MR2 has a slightly better top end.. When did you last thrash your pride and joy to the absolubt limit? (And i mean your car).. FTO owners tend to be a little more respectful for such a lovely piece of fine engineering. Come on, you know you want to... get shut of the hair-dresser image, get an FTO.

Mark (Mr2Man).'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 13/11/2002

currently owning an mr2 and having only seen an fto, I would have to agree that looks wise the fto wins flawlessly, performance wise having ONCE taken my mr2 to 145mph the mr2 maybe faster, however I must say the mr2 is the biggest unreliable piece of rubbish I have ever wasted my money on 84000 miles, 3 head gaskets and 2 clutches after being born - terrible, and to think people used to slag off my nova 1.2. My next car will be an FTO as I've heard nothing but praise from owners, dealers and even AA inspectors.

51118_Chris.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 15/11/2002

Well I have had my mr2 turbo for over 2 years and it has not cost me a penny other than routine servicing. It has been running around three hundred bhp for more than a year with NO problems :-) Toyota has generally been regarded as the most reliable Japanese manufacturer for years. Looks is a personal thing but I feel the only decent view of an FTO is the front, (always disapearing rapidly in my rear view mirror!) where as an MR2 looks great from all angles.
Why didn't they make it rwd with a turbo? At least then it would have some teeth to go with that lovely engine note!

52844_John.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 23/11/2002

If it has a back seat it's not a sports car. Once you make provisions for taking the kids to soccer practice, you've lost the sports car essence. Give the tykes a break: buy a four door sedan and stop deluding yourself that you're still cool.

52951_Ooh Look A Corner!.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 23/11/2002

Hmm but a sportscar is also supposed to handle a corner or two. The FTO does this very, very well, much better than some "sportscars". ooh look a corner!

56167_Nico.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 06/12/2002

I have Owned an MR2 for the last couple years and earlier this year I upgraded to an MR2 Revision 3 Turbo.
MY car is not used in any practical way and so the need of back seats is not an important or wanted option to me.
I always liked FTO's and but I prefer the more sporty from a mid engine, and rear wheel drive (4 wheel would be better though)but the only thing that stopped me getting an FTO is the lack of a T-bar edition.
I'd say that an FTO is easily more impressive than a non Turbo MR2 on power but its not even in the same league as a Turbo MR2.
The revision 3 turns out 240 BHP as standard and for a small amount of cash (i.e. under £1000) could be tuned up to "reliably" (key word ;-) to produce just under 350BHP. The Kind of power and Torque created by a Turbo like this can't be rivaled by an FTO without fitting a Turbo or Nitrous or a very expensive engine upgrade.
At the end of the Day there will always be faster or prettier cars or cheaper for the power output. The FTO has some very impressive strong points ...
Engine note, looks, control, reliable, fun (I really like the standard looks)
and some bad points
Difficult to obtain massive BHP increases, lack of power, no t-bar option (a mistake imho)and worst of all is the ride hight of the car as standard.... (what the hell is all that room under the arch about!)
and Just like the MR2's
Turbo, t-bar, mid engine, rear wheel drive, reliable, cheap to modify, partially practical, ok looks (but I always modify the body as I prefer it to a standard look)
and the weak points ...
Too many bad examples are now imported, many of the older editions with the weaker engines (rev 1 and early rev2) are getting tired from abuse and no looking after.
I have tried to be objective in this response rather than taking a my car is faster than yours approach because I like both cars, one is stronger in one way and the other in different ways. Please note that I dont include the MGF in this response.. VVTi's are impressive cars especially when modified with Race cams but overall MGf's are purchased by people who drive them to about half their potential and service them even less. They seem like cars for owners who want a sports car with the "sports" as an optional extra which they never seem to buy. (although there are a few hardcore MGF enthusiasts that love the car and work it into a more impressive state)
just my £50's worth ;-)

Ya Cant Fit In A Cheeseburger....'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 07/12/2002

Y'all can't fit no cheeseburger in yo' station wagon... Those american 'sports cars' are nothing but overweight, underpowered heaps of junk...
Buy a nice British Lotus Exige, and then show all the competition what for.

80986_Fto Owner.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 18/03/2003

You can go on forever arguing " my cars faster than your car" but apart from the racetrack what difference does it really make?
<br>I drive a nice winding, cambered 18 mile stretch of country road everyday. Spotty schoolboys in their MR2s, Celicas, MGFs and their MX5s (that daddy bought) appear in droves everyday for a play. Fact of the matter is, a bit of extra power may come into its own on a nice 1/4 mile STRAIGHT drag strip but when driving real roads at realistic speeds they get left for dust or alternatively in a field or wrapped around a tree.....an FTO owner

81346_X,mr2 Man.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 19/03/2003

yeah lets give the mx5's a panning for once, are they not driven by the slightly balding cordroy trousers creaping up to the armpits brigade?(or young gay lads).
<br>In hindsight mr2 damn good looking always will be
<br>fto's stunning. but i will never touch another toyota again let alone mr2, just a bad experience and unfortunatley the mr2 is now coming under fire from the cav/astra gsi/rs turbo
<br>brigade who can give any car a bad name.

98362_Nightkid.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 16/05/2003

The FTO and the MR2 are absolutely nothing compared to a Skyline, at least in terms of performance. There's a reason the R34 is called "Godzilla."
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<br>Even stock, the Skyline can destroy these things on corners and straight drag. Additionally, there are plenty of body kits available for the various models if you want a "pretty" car.
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<br>For racers, get the R34 GT-R. For regular people, get the R32 GTS. You can't lose with a Skyline.

99205_Me Again.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 19/05/2003

SO what you are saying is that a 34 Grand R34 can beat a 6 Grand FTO? well sod it then lets bring in the McLaren F1 while we're completely losing the plot. The skyline R33 and 34 are lovely cars and the R32 can be but youve got to get a Turbo for the thrills which means big bucks. The FTO is Fun , good looking, Cheap and reliable anything that can say the same for the price?

99652_Nico.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 20/05/2003

I agree, the Skyline is an ace car... but totally in a different league to both Mr2's and FTO's. my mate just recently got an FTO mivec and we did some messing about. from the line my MR2 leaves him for quite some distance, from a rolling start its a different story and although I still pull away steadily its not a devastating distance but he needs to be into the high revs to achieve this. Round corners is a close thing, my car is better on longer faster corners more like a track where his car is more chuckable through tight ones making out cars very close in the real world with my car taking the advantage on straights and his taking the extra on the corner. If they did a T-bar version of the FTO I'd have had one someday.

104852_Chris.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 06/06/2003

Skylines are ugly and heavy, they are not crafted from alien discovered material x! The R34 GTR tips the scales at 1,550 kilos has 280 bhp does 0-60 in around 5 seconds. An MR2 turbo weighs 1,280 kilos has 241 bhp does 0-60 in 5.2 secs. Hardly worlds apart in standard form are they? The Skyline has a technically advanced chassis, this is essential to make its mamouth form handle! Just to put this further in to perspective 5 days ago i raced an R33 GTS, (this is a 2.5 ltr single turbo rear wheel drive version). It was running 1 bar of boost had exhaust and filter and was pushing around 300 bhp. My MR2 is running 1.1 bar with exhaust and filter and producing about the same bhp. The result was total annihilation through the bends and the straights! I was a bit shocked at just how easily i could get past him, but i put this down to the ignorant ramblings of the very loud Skyline brigade rantings, elevating a car to heights it does not deserve!
<br>Lastly there are plenty of other cars 'out of the box' that will live with a Skyline R34 GTR. Here are just a few: Mazda RX7 twin turbo, Toyota Supra tt, Mitsubishi evo 4-8, Scooby STI/P1 etc etc

105628_Tone.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 09/06/2003

I think the fool who stated the MGF and MR2 stats was having a laugh! The FTO can hit 0-60 in under 7 secs easily! Plus your MR2 Turbo specs are wrong! 5.2 to 60?!?!? common! my mate had 1 and they are quick but standard not that quick!!!

105902_Nico.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 10/06/2003

Actually the MR2 specs were fairly spot on, I've got a Rev 3 Turbo, its 245 BHP as standard and easily pulls a 0-60 time of sub 5.5 seconds almost every time, since modifying it I now pull 266bhp and recorded a 13.6 second quarter mile at Santa pod. Things you need to be aware of for MR2's are the revisions, revision 1 and 2 (1990 - 1993) are only 220bhp (as standard) and have a different turbo, US versions are all restricted to 200BHP (de-tuned by Toyota for emissions reasons) and so many of the web specs you will see are for US versions of the Turbo (0-60 in 6.1). MR2's are very independant, you can get total different MR2's dependant on revision, air temp (for the turbo) engine condition etc.. Much in the same way as you can get 2 FTO's and put them along side each other and often see total differences in performance.
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<br>MGF's this is another car I've had quite a bit of experience in, as well as Lotus elises (same engine). These cars are even worse than the MR2, the Rover block in them is so finikey that my mates elise pulled 135bhp on a rolling road with Race cams, air filter and exhaust, another totally standard one in the same revision and spec pulled the same bhp straight after on the same rolling road.
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<br>You need to be more objective than "my mates car is quick but not that quick". You need to take into account all kinds of things like service history, engine condition, driver ability ,Added weight (Sub woofers, 17" alloys are heavier than standard ones),tyre condition etc...
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<br>I'm not having a dig, the FTO is with out a doubt the best front wheel drive cars I've ever driven, the looks are sweet and engine performance is a very respectable amount as standard, the cornering ability is beyond any front wheel drive car I've ever seen (with the exception of a few go-carts!).
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<br>The point I'm trying to make is that although we own MR2's, FTO's MGF's they are not the best cars in the world, each has strengths and weaknesses and these differ from car to car and if your going to discuss power and performance the statments need to be backed up by a little more than comments about a one off personal experience in a mates car.
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<br>One final example would be like me getting into an Automatic GS non V6 after its been driven by a slow driver for a year or more (so the gear box learns slow driving is good) and then I go on the web and say I've been in an FTO and they are all slow...

105987_Chris.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 10/06/2003

MR2 turbo (GT / GT-S)
<br>revisions 1-2: 220 bhp 0-60 5.8 @ 151 mph
<br>revisions 3+: 241 bhp 0-60 5.2 @ 155-160 mph
<br>These are the facts of the case i am afraid, perhaps a little more research is required before jumping in with both feet!
<br>p.s. fwd sucks for getting off the line especially when you have LESS than 200 bhp :-)

109705_Pete.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 22/06/2003

"My MR2 is running 1.1 bar with exhaust and filter and producing about the same bhp?" I hope your in the AA ;-)....No seriously, I trust you have upgraded your intercooler?? Getting the power down is something which the FTO's does quite well, and so do some other fwd cars i.e. Focus RS! In fact anything with much more than 200bhp in a fwd car would create traction problems (severe torque steer).
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<br>I Like both MR2's and FTO's. They both have their obvious pro's and con's which is taken into consideration when making a purchase of such a vehicle depending on your needs, requirements and prefferences.
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<br>PS, It's all good having pop at FTO being fwd and unable to get the power down? But please remember you were just comparing your car to a skyline which a 4wd??

109833_Nico.'s response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 23/06/2003

I have only changed the Spark plugs, Air filter and Exhaust but the standard power 240 so 266 is only a small upgrade and I only need to run 13.5 PSI (Standard) to achieve that. Your car must be a rev one or two (1990 - 1993) which means it has 220 bhp as standard so you run more boost and fuel to get more power meaning the safety upgrades are essential.
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<br>I honestly agree with you about the FTO, it has its up sides and down sides but you can't compare it with a focus RS. The Focus RS is a great car in its own right but its still based on a family car as was the escort cosworth. The FTO is a sports model in every version, its base is sporty and the top model is sporty, just like the MR2 the FTO will never be produced in a 1.1 popular model. RS enthusiasts please don't take this as a dig, as I said almost all RS edditions are excellent cars... just in a different category.
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<br>After helping a mate shop for a new car this last weekend I did notice the FTO prices are dropping rapidly. This happened with MR2's, once the dealers start importing in large amounts the price comes down and lead the general population to beleive that they can pick up a nice car for next to nothing however when you actually see the difference between a £4500 car and a £6500 car this notion is quickly dispelled apart from a few early imports or rare editions (manual mivec). if you look about for an MR2 Turbo at the moment you will see that its almost impossible to find a "Decent" revision 3 (1994+) T-bar turbo for less than £7000. There are some about but they are usually no T-bar or are poor condition and I think the FTO will go the same way with importers bringing the cheapest garbage over the continent and only the cream will hold its value.

Ftoguy's response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 01/10/2003

There are obviously better cars then the FTO or the MR2, but the FTO would easily be the one of the cars I would love to own. Even if i had $50,000 I would still buy the FTO as its got a style of its own. With a GPX v6 mivec engine, the engine sound would be ear candy and with a bit of modification, a new very affordable body kit would make an FTO the ideal car to own, not to mention far better than the MR2, which is nowhere near in the same class as an FTO. I've never seen anybody that owns and FTO complain about it.. take a look at this gallery and make up ur own mind! http://www.cyber-mag.com/station/fto-gallery.htm

Bluecat22's response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 25/04/2004

FTO'S arent the quickest car around, but they hold their own, are very pretty in any colour but black or burgandy, and the cockpit is wonderful. Fit a bigger bore exhaust and you'll be mistaken for a superbike guaranteed. I own a Rover Tomcat Turbo, with just an exhaust, filter and higher final drive, I ran a 13.9 1/4 and 154mph top speed over half a mile, and yes its front wheel drive, so a lot of these 13second flat and under cars are handed their behinds when its from a rolling start, which is a similar scenario to the FT. Only thing that bothers me about the FTO is that the owners say "yes it has great torque , hey Its a V6" Except I thought the mivec was only 149 lb/ft. If they made a rwd/4wd version ,with a turbo preferably, for more torque/tuneability, i'd get one (even though round here its all 19yr olds whos daddies have bought them a sportscar who own FTO's).

Pinkeye's response to unity_neil.'s Review

Written on: 09/10/2010

well i own a FTO (and mx5)
<br/>i love driving it (and looking at it)
<br/>i know the mx5 is a bit of a ugly car but too drive it its a differnet story
<br/>nice smooth ride and fast when you need it
<br/>i am very happy with it evern happyer i paid &pound;175 for it at the auctions
<br/>only needed back brake pads for MOT
<br/>the fto sounds great drives great and looks great
<br/>i am very happy with mine (paid &pound;450 FOR IT) great little cheap fast car

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Terry Chapple.

Mitsubishi FTO
★★★★★

Written on: 03/01/2002

“After seeing an FTO at a local importers I knew it...”

After seeing an FTO at a local importers I knew it would only be a matter of time before I had one. Six months later I bought a '95 GR. This is without doubt the best car I have ever owned and will be hard pushed to replace it when I look to renew. Maybe I'll just keep it!!....

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11976_Remo.'s response to Terry Chapple.'s Review

Written on: 06/02/2002

There are good opinions but not enough info ie how many seats

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