CAUTION Turbo Chaos

OM639 1.5d

Mitsubishi · OM639 1.5 Diesel (Smart)

2004–2012

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CAUTION

"Colt VI. Smart/Mitsubishi joint diesel. 3-cylinder. DPF on higher output. Turbo failure on 95hp version. Swirl flap. Not widely understood by general mechanics."

Layout I3
Displacement 1493 cc
Power 68–95 hp
Type Diesel
Known Issues 1
Total Risk Cost €400–€1,000

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 1

▲ HIGH

Turbo failure (95hp version)

€400–€1,000 60,000 km–120,000 km
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Detection

Smoke, boost loss

Details

95hp turbo version stressed.

Greece Note

Turbo 95hp — €400-1,000.

Models with OM639 1.5d 2

Other Mitsubishi Engines

Tuning Potential

110hp Stage 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi OM639 1.5d reliable?

The Mitsubishi OM639 1.5d scores 62/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €400 and €1,000.

What are the common problems with the OM639 1.5d?

The most common issues are:

  • Turbo failure (95hp version) — high, repair cost €400–€1,000, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Mitsubishi OM639 1.5d?

The OM639 1.5d is found in:

How much does it cost to repair the OM639 1.5d?

Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €400 to €1,000. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the OM639 1.5d produced?

The Mitsubishi OM639 1.5d was produced from 2004 to 2012. It is a 1493cc I3 diesel engine.

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