4B12 vs 6G74
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Reliability score
Tied
72/100
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
4B12
Mitsubishi
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
6G74
Mitsubishi
Specifications
4B12
6G74
Brand
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
72
Years
2007--2020
1997--2006
Displacement
2360 cc
3497 cc
Layout
I4
V6
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
168--170 hp
203 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€400--€800
€300--€800
Character
4B12
"Outlander/ASX 2.4. Bigger bore 4B11. Adequate SUV power. Chain-driven. No major issues known."
6G74
"Pajero. GDI direct injection on later variants (problematic). NA MPFI version more reliable. Timing belt. Oil consumption. Adequate torque for Pajero."
Issues Comparison
4B12 1
○ MINOR
Timing chain
6G74 1
● MODERATE
GDI carbon buildup (DI variants)