6A13 2.5 V6
Mitsubishi · 6A13 2.5 V6
1996–2004
"Galant/Legnum/Sigma. NA (163hp) and twin-turbo (200hp). Timing belt. Cam seal leaks. Intake manifold gasket. NA version reliable. Twin-turbo rare in Europe and complex. Decent old V6."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 2
Timing belt V6 (interference)
▸Preventive only
V6 belt. Failure destroys engine.
Ιμάντας V6 — €400-800. ΚΡΙΣΙΜΟ.
Cam seal / intake manifold gasket leaks
▸Oil leak, rough idle
Age-related seals. Common old V6 issue.
Τσιμούχες εκκεντροφόρου — €200-500.
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Tuning Potential
Twin-turbo: 250hp+ with boost increase
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mitsubishi 6A13 2.5 V6 reliable?
The Mitsubishi 6A13 2.5 V6 scores 68/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €600 and €1,300.
What are the common problems with the 6A13 2.5 V6?
The most common issues are:
- Timing belt V6 (interference) — high, repair cost €400–€800, 60,000 km–90,000 km
- Cam seal / intake manifold gasket leaks — moderate, repair cost €200–€500, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Mitsubishi 6A13 2.5 V6?
The 6A13 2.5 V6 is found in:
- Galant (1997–2004)
How much does it cost to repair the 6A13 2.5 V6?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €600 to €1,300. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the 6A13 2.5 V6 produced?
The Mitsubishi 6A13 2.5 V6 was produced from 1996 to 2004. It is a 2498cc V6 petrol na engine.
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