Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI

Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI has been produced from September, 2000 to June, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 - 2002 version and torque 174 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mitsubishi Space Star 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.

Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mitsubishi real everyday fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mitsubishi Space Star fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mitsubishi Space Star versions - with manual gearbox (Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI MT), and with manual gearbox (Mitsubishi Space Star 2000 1.8 GDI MT) available:
  • Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2 seconds faster (in 10.4 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 2 litres per 100 km or 21 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km
  • Mitsubishi Space Star 2000 1.8 GDI MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2 seconds faster (in 10.4 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 2 litres per 100 km or 21 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998

Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI technical data

Model: Mitsubishi Space Star 1.8 GDI
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2000. September ... 2002. June 
Engine: 1834 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 198 g/km
Power: 122 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 174 NM ON 3750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.3 (combined) 11.2 (urban) 6.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.03m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.52m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.6 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 370 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1370 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1730 kg

Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI engine 4G93 GDI DOHC

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1834 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 89 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts)
Power 120 - 150 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 175 - 180 NM ON 3750 RPM
Start of production (year) 1991
Duration of production 23 years
Engine also used on Volvo V40 Volvo S40 Mitsubishi Carisma Mitsubishi Galant

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mitsubishi Space Star minivan [1998 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mitsubishi Space Star 2000 1.3 Sep 2000 — Jun 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 82 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.3 Sep 1998 — Sep 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 86 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 2001 1.6 Mar 2001 — Jun 2002 1.6 Petrol 98 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 2001 1.6 Mar 2001 — Jun 2002 1.6 Petrol 98 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 16V

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds

1.8 Petrol 112 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 16V 1.8 Petrol 112 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 1.8 GDI Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 1.8 Petrol 122 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 2000 1.8 GDI Sep 2000 — Jun 2002 1.8 Petrol 122 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 2000 1.8 GDI Sep 2000 — Jun 2002 1.8 Petrol 122 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mitsubishi Space Star 2001 1.9 DI-D Jan 2001 — Jun 2002 1.9 Diesel 102 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Mitsubishi Space Star 1998 reviews
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