Mitsubishi Mirage engines

Mitsubishi Mirage was produced in the period from the late seventies to the early 2012s. In XNUMX, the assembly of the car was unexpectedly resumed. The car belongs to the category of subcompact. The small car, and later the B-class car, was produced in the body of a station wagon, sedan, coupe and hatchback.

The Mirage has received many names throughout its history. In Japan, it was mainly sold as the Mirage. Abroad, the car was sold under the Mitsubishi Colt brand, and as a sedan, like the Mitsubishi Lancer. In Canada and the United States, the Mirage was produced by Chrysler under the Dodge Colt and Lancer brands. Since 2012, the car has been better known under the Colt brand, less often under the name Mitsubishi Mirage.

Numerous vehicle generations

In the first generation, the car was a 3-door hatchback. It appeared during the oil crisis and, thanks to its small gluttony, came to the taste of many motorists. Almost immediately, a five-door version with an extended wheelbase appeared. Initially, the car was only available in Japan under the name Mitsubishi Minica.

The second generation Mirage rolled off the assembly line in 1983. The choice of bodies was much wider: 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback, 3-door hatchback. After 2 years, a station wagon body appears, and another year, 4WD and a 1,8-liter engine become available to the buyer. The second generation car was sold in the same way as the Mitsubishi Colt. The station wagon has become very popular.

In 1983, the third generation of the Mirage saw the light, and the three-door hatchback received smooth, fashionable features at that time. Since 1988, 5-door cars began to be assembled. Unfortunately for motorists, there was no station wagon in the 3rd generation. There are several powertrain options: Saturn 1.6l, Saturn 1.8l, Orion 1.3l, Orion 1.5l. The most interesting 4WD versions with diesel (1,8l), inverter (1,6l) and carburetor (1,5l) internal combustion engines were assembled on the Japanese islands.

In 1991, the fourth generation of vehicles rolled off the assembly line. In addition to the 3-door hatchback and sedan, buyers were offered a coupe and station wagon body, which was absent in the previous generation. The updated car received a different grille, elliptical-shaped headlights, a reshaped hood and an overall sportier appearance. The choice of internal combustion engines in terms of volume is quite large - starting from 1,3 and ending with 1,8 liters.

Mitsubishi Mirage sedan, 1995–2002, 5 generation

The fifth generation (since 1995) also received an updated look. The power units of the car were inherited from the previous generation (1,5 and 1,8-liter). Versions were produced for taxi companies with a volume of 1,6 liters, and later cars with internal combustion engines of 1,5 liters (gasoline) and 2 liters (diesel) appeared. The sixth generation is radically different in such features as environmental friendliness, efficiency and low price.

What engines were installed on the Mirage

Generation	Years of production	Internal combustion engine	Horsepower	Engine displacement
Sixth	2016 - present	X	78	1.2
2012-15	X	69	1
X	78	1.2
Fifth	1997-00	4G13	88	1.3
4G15	110	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
4G13	88	1.3
4G15	110	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
4G13	88	1.3
4G15	110	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
X	135	1.8
4G93	205
4D68	88	2
1995-97	4G13	88	1.3
4G92	175	1.6
4G13	88	1.3
4G15	110	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
X	135	1.8
4G93	205
4D68	88	2
Fifth	4G13	88	1.3
4G15	110	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
Fourth	1994-95	4G13	79	1.3
4G91	115	1.5
97
4G15	91
X	140	1.6
4G92	175
4D68	88	2
1993-95	4G13	79	1.3
4G91	115	1.5
4G92	175	1.6
1991-93	4G13	79	1.3
4G91	115	1.5
97
4G15	91
X	140	1.6
4G92	175
4D65	76	1.8
4D68	88	2
1991-95	4G13	79	1.3
88
4G91	115	1.5
79
97
4G15	91
4G92	145	1.6
175
The third	1988-91	4G13	67	1.3
79
4G15	100	1.5
85
4G61	125	1.6
130
160
4D65	61	1.8
1987-91	4G13	67	1.3
79
4G15	100	1.5
85
4G61	125	1.6
130
160
Second	1985-92	G15B	85	1.5
4D65	61	1.8
G37B	85
4G37	85
G37B	85
94

Common engine models and the choice of the inhabitants

The 4G15 motor is one of the most common engines. Produced for over two decades. It is a bored version of 4G13. The cylinder block of the predecessor (4G13) was bored from 71 mm to 75,5 mm. The cylinder head initially received a 12-valve SOHC, and later 16 valves were installed.

On modern sixth generation cars, the 3A90 internal combustion engine is more common. About this 1-liter engine, reviews are perhaps the most enthusiastic. First of all, high-torque, unexpected for such a displacement, is emphasized, unlike similar cars from other manufacturers. Confident behavior at a speed of 100 km / h and no less confident overtaking pleases motorists. The motor works great in tandem with the box and is also incredibly economical.

The 3A90 motor is smooth, quiet and overall pleasant. Noise isolation in the car for its class is more than good. In terms of cost, it confidently competes with classmates. Mirage with such an engine has a silencer during downtime and an eco-mode.

The 3A90 engine can quickly accelerate to 140 km / h. Further, the dynamism begins to fade. At about 180 km / h, the car stops picking up speed and begins to vibrate noticeably. Interestingly, the engine has only three cylinders and at the same time it is able to compete with internal combustion engines with the usual 4 pistons.

Motor failures and reliability using the 4G15 engine as an example

The popular 4G15 internal combustion engine often has floating idle. A similar breakdown occurs on almost all engines of the 4G1 series. The cause of the malfunction lies in the breakdown of the throttle, which has a surprisingly small resource. Floating idle is eliminated by installing a new throttle assembly.

4G15 (Orion) may vibrate unnaturally during operation. After diagnosis, the problem, depending on the nature, is eliminated in several ways. In some cases, the pillows change, while in others it is enough to raise the idle speed. 4G15 is also characterized by a difficult start. A breakdown is detected after checking the fuel pump and spark plugs. In addition, 4G15, as well as 4G13 and 4G18, is not recommended to operate in sub-zero temperatures.

4G1 series engines may start to consume oil in excess. Zhor oil begins to "please" after a run of 200 thousand kilometers. It helps to overhaul or, at best, replace the piston rings. In general, the 4G15 engine can be characterized as a unit of medium reliability. The use of high-quality fuels and lubricants helps to extend the life of the internal combustion engine.

Tuning on the example of the popular 4G15 engine

There is only one reasonable option for tuning the 4G15 - this is turbocharging. It should be noted right away that such an increase in power requires significant financial investments. The intake-exhaust is pre-modernized, sports shafts are installed. It is desirable to use a 16-valve twin-shaft version.

When installing the turbine, a factory piston is used, and preferably a contract engine is taken. Naturally, as with any such tuning, the exhaust is replaced, other nozzles from 4G64 and a pump from Walbro 255 are installed. With more cardinal tuning, the pistons are replaced with a forged version with a puddle, the connecting rods are changed to H-shaped, oil nozzles are installed. In this embodiment, the car receives up to 350 hp.