Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 petrol description
Hatchback Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 has been produced from March, 1996 to July, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 108 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has carburetor, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 180 000 and 300 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km (12.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mitsubishi real everyday fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mitsubishi Colt fuel consumption.

Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 technical data
Model: | Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1996. March ... 2000. July | ||
Engine: | 1298 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 188 g/km |
Power: | 75 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 108 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 160 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.88m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.36m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 240 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 830 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1450 kg |
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 engine 4G13 12v
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1298 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 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. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 90,000 km |
Fuel system | Carburettor |
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) More service info |
Power | 70 - 75 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 - 106 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1985 |
Duration of production | 27 years |
Engine also used on | Mitsubishi Lancer |
All Mitsubishi Colt hatchback [1996 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3
Most fuel efficient version |
1.3 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 Mar 1996 — Jul 2000 | 1.3 Petrol | 75 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Colt 2000 1.3 i 16V
Jan 2000 — Dec 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
1.3 Petrol | 82 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.6
Mar 1996 — Feb 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.6 Mar 1996 — Feb 2001 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Colt 2000 1.6 i 16V GLS
Jan 2000 — Dec 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 103 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Colt 2000 1.6 i 16V GLS
Jan 2000 — Dec 2003 Most powerfull version (103 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 103 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |