6G74 vs 4B12

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Reliability score
Tied 72/100
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 6G74 Mitsubishi
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 4B12 Mitsubishi

Specifications

6G74
4B12
Brand
Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
72
Years
1997--2006
2007--2020
Displacement
3497 cc
2360 cc
Layout
V6
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
203 hp
168--170 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€300--€800
€400--€800

Character

6G74

"Pajero. GDI direct injection on later variants (problematic). NA MPFI version more reliable. Timing belt. Oil consumption. Adequate torque for Pajero."

4B12

"Outlander/ASX 2.4. Bigger bore 4B11. Adequate SUV power. Chain-driven. No major issues known."

Issues Comparison

6G74 1

● MODERATE
GDI carbon buildup (DI variants) €300--€800 60,000 km--120,000 km

4B12 1

○ MINOR
Timing chain €400--€800 150,000 km--∞

Models

6G74 1

Pajero V60/V70 2000--2006

4B12 3

Galant EA 1997--2004 Outlander GF/GG 2013--2021 Outlander 2.4 MIVEC GF 2012--2021 SUV
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