Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V

Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 petrol description

Hatchback Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V has been produced from January, 2000 to December, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 82 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 120 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 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 Colt 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.

Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mitsubishi Colt 1996 - 2004 version, city fuel economy - 9.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mitsubishi is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mitsubishi Colt fuel consumption.

Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mitsubishi Colt 1996

Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V technical data

Model: Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 i 16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2000. January ... 2003. December 
Engine: 1299 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 82 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 120 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 170 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.9 (combined) 9.2 (urban) 5.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km (32.2 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
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 240 litres
Trunk max capacity: 830 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1445 kg

Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V engine 4G13i 16v

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
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 71 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 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 Injection
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 1.3 i 16V oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) More service info
Power 82 - 86 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 115 - 120 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1985
Duration of production 27 years
Engine also used on Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Carisma Mitsubishi Space Star

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 Colt hatchback [1996 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Mitsubishi Colt 1996 reviews
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