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.

Scores are calculated from documented issues, repair costs, and failure patterns across thousands of owner reports and technical sources. Learn about our methodology. Always inspect before you buy.