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Will OEM Evo IX (2006) turbocharger (TD05HR, 10.5 cm² turbine housing, larger compressor cover) fit a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Q: Will OEM Evo IX (2006) turbocharger (TD05HR, 10.5 cm² turbine housing, larger compressor cover) fit a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Yes, with extra parts or work. Fits with extra parts. Per one retailer, the turbine and compressor wheels are the same on VIII and IX turbos; the IX keeps the 2005 VIII's 10.5 cm² turbine housing but has a larger compressor cover. Fitting an IX turbo to a VIII needs the IX compressor outlet pipe, oil feed line, coolant feed and return pipes, and (retailer recommends aftermarket) wastegate actuator. The part numbers are the retailer's. MMNA lists the IX turbo as TD05HR-16G6-10.5T. Single retailer source for the swap.

Added 2026-10-26 · Updated 2026-10-26

Short answer: Yes, with extra parts or work Limited

Verdict:Fits with mods Limited confidence (1 of 3) · 3 sources

Yes, with extra parts or work: Fits with extra parts.

Years: 2003-2005 · Applies to: all · 3 sources · Last verified 2026-10-26

Part	OEM Evo IX (2006) turbocharger (TD05HR, 10.5 cm² turbine housing, larger compressor cover)
Part comes from	Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX (2006)
Vehicle	Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)
Years	2003-2005
Trim / condition	all
Verdict	Fits with mods Fits with extra parts or work
Confidence	Limited 1 of 3 — Forum, Reddit or anecdotal report, or ambiguous/partial detail. Treat as a lead to research.
Last verified	2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read)

Details

Fits with extra parts. Per one retailer, the turbine and compressor wheels are the same on VIII and IX turbos; the IX keeps the 2005 VIII's 10.5 cm² turbine housing but has a larger compressor cover. Fitting an IX turbo to a VIII needs the IX compressor outlet pipe, oil feed line, coolant feed and return pipes, and (retailer recommends aftermarket) wastegate actuator. The part numbers are the retailer's. MMNA lists the IX turbo as TD05HR-16G6-10.5T. Single retailer source for the swap.

Specs

code per mmna: TD05HR-16G6-10.5T

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Sources

USDM EVO 8/9 Year To Year Changes — Wunderladen Racing (vendor article; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
E9 turbo on E8: outlet pipe, oil feed, coolant pipes, actuator; wheels identical.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution - What's New for 2005 — Mitsubishi Motors North America (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2005: turbine housing up from 9.8 to 10.5.
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX specifications (MMNA spec sheet) — Mitsubishi Motors North America (hosted by The Auto Channel) (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2006 turbo TD05HR-16G6-10.5T.

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