This 2.5 V6 MT (163 hp) engine was fitted in the 8 generation Sedan, which was produced by Mitsubishi from 1996 to 2006. In addition to this engine, 27 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4630mm |
| Width | 1740mm |
| Height | 1415mm |
| Wheelbase | 2635mm |
| Front track | 1510mm |
| Rear track | 1505mm |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 470litre |
| Kerb weight | 1290kg |
| Gross weight | 1880kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 1400litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2497cm3 |
| Engine power | 163bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 750RPM |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 80.8mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Maximum torque | 223Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 4500RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 225km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.6second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.7litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 64litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.3litre |
| Cruising range | from 490 to 960km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.8m |
| City | 15.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 8 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.2 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.