Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 has been produced from January, 1997 to January, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5500 rpm 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 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 Carisma 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mitsubishi real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mitsubishi Carisma fuel consumption.
Mitsubishi Carisma safety
During safety testing Mitsubishi Carisma has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mitsubishi Carisma is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Mitsubishi Carisma got two stars.

Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 technical data
Model: | Mitsubishi Carisma 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1997. January ... 2003. January | ||
Engine: | 1834 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 183 g/km |
Power: | 125 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 174 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 10.2 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.40m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 430 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1685 kg |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 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 |
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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 Carisma 1995 1.8 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 Galant and 2 other models |
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 Carisma sedan [1995 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 1.3
Jan 2003 — Jan 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 82 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.6 Jan 1995 — Dec 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.6 Jan 1995 — Dec 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 1.6
Jan 1997 — Sep 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 1.6 Jan 1997 — Sep 2003 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 Jan 1995 — Dec 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 Jan 1995 — Dec 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 1.8 Jan 1997 — Jan 2003 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 1.8 Jan 1997 — Jan 2003 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 1.8 16V
Jan 1995 — Dec 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 1996 1.9 TD
Jan 1996 — Dec 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 2001 1.9 DI-D Oct 2001 — Sep 2003 | 1.9 Diesel | 102 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mitsubishi Carisma 2001 1.9 DI-D
Oct 2001 — Jan 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |