CAUTION Turbo Chaos

4G15T

Mitsubishi · 4G15T 1.5 Turbo

2005–2012

0 / 100
CAUTION

"Colt CZT/Ralliart. MIVEC turbo. Strong for 1.5L. Turbo failure if oil neglected. Head gasket on high-boost tunes. Fun pocket rocket but needs care."

Layout I4
Displacement 1468 cc
Power 150 hp
Type Petrol Turbo
Known Issues 2
Total Risk Cost €900–€2,200

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 2

▲ HIGH

Head gasket on tuned cars

€500–€1,200 60,000 km–120,000 km
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Detection

Coolant loss

Details

Higher boost = head gasket risk.

Greece Note

Φλάντζα σε tuned — €500-1,200.

▲ HIGH

Turbo failure

€400–€1,000 80,000 km–150,000 km
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Detection

Smoke, boost loss

Details

Small turbo stressed.

Greece Note

Turbo — €400-1,000.

Models with 4G15T 1

Other Mitsubishi Engines

Tuning Potential

180hp Stage 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi 4G15T reliable?

The Mitsubishi 4G15T scores 65/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €900 and €2,200.

What are the common problems with the 4G15T?

The most common issues are:

  • Head gasket on tuned cars — high, repair cost €500–€1,200, 60,000 km–120,000 km
  • Turbo failure — high, repair cost €400–€1,000, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Mitsubishi 4G15T?

The 4G15T is found in:

  • Colt (2006–2012)
How much does it cost to repair the 4G15T?

Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €900 to €2,200. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the 4G15T produced?

The Mitsubishi 4G15T was produced from 2005 to 2012. It is a 1468cc I4 petrol turbo engine.

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