Hot Wheels PREMIUM Boulevard 79 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI

The Hot Wheels Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI, catalog number HKF26, is a Premium line collector's model released in the Hot Wheels Boulevard series as number 79. This 1:64 scale car is aimed at adult collectors and fans of Japanese automotive culture and rallying who are looking for a detailed replica with a metal chassis and rubber tires, rather than a standard toy car.

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI casting was designed by Mark Jones and debuted in 2021 in the Car Culture: Modern Classics series as number GRJ89. The base of the casting is labeled "2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI." The 2023 HKF26 version is finished in red and features Tommi Mäkinen Edition-style decorations: detailed headlight and taillight tampos, signature graphics for this variant, and a license plate reading "EVOLNCR." It features a black metal chassis, smoke-tinted windows, and a black interior. The model rolls on white RR10SPM wheels—ten-spoke Real Riders with rubber tires—with the white rims serving as a direct nod to the rally original. The country of manufacture is Thailand.

The real Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI is the sixth generation of the Evo family, produced between 1999 and 2001 as a homologation version of the rally car. It was powered by a 2.0-liter, turbocharged, inline four-cylinder 4G63T engine producing 280 hp, transmitted to all four wheels. The VI generation focused primarily on durability and engine cooling—the radiator layout was changed, and revisions were made to the turbocharger, allowing the car to better withstand rally loads. The special Tommi Mäkinen Edition, named after the Finnish world champion, stood out with features such as red paint and white wheels, and remains the most sought-after version of the Evo VI today.

For collectors, the HKF26 is one of the most highly sought-after releases of this casting. The combination of its recognizable rally livery, white wheels, metal base, and rubber tires helps the model hold its value well, and numbered Boulevard releases featuring Japanese classics sell out exceptionally fast.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI HKF26 have rubber tires?
Yes. The model rolls on white RR10SPM wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires, and it features a metal chassis.

What decorations does this model have?
The tampo printing includes detailed headlights and taillights, Tommi Mäkinen Edition-style graphics, and an "EVOLNCR" license plate.

Who designed this casting and when did it debut?
The casting is the work of Mattel's Mark Jones, and it premiered in 2021 in the Car Culture: Modern Classics series.