Higher reliability score
4G13 BUY 78/100
+13 points over 4D56
0 / 100
CAUTION 4D56 Mitsubishi
0 / 100
BUY 4G13 Mitsubishi

Specifications

4D56
4G13
Brand
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
65
78
Years
1986--2016
1996--2008
Displacement
2477 cc
1298 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
99--178 hp
75--82 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,000--€3,000
€200--€400

Character

4D56

"L200/Pajero. Legendary tough diesel but known crankshaft balance shaft bearing failure. Timing belt (interference). Injector issues on common rail versions. Old-school tough with a known critical flaw."

4G13

"Colt/Lancer. Simple OHC. Timing belt. Reliable city car engine. Low maintenance. Oil consumption at high mileage. Nothing exciting but dependable."

Issues Comparison

4D56 1

◆ CRITICAL
Balance shaft bearing failure €1,000--€3,000 80,000 km--200,000 km

4G13 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference) €200--€400 60,000 km--90,000 km

Models

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