Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4

Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 petrol description

Sedan Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 has been produced from January, 1997 to December, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 280 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mitsubishi Galant 1996 - 2004 version and torque 363 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and TwinTurbotwin turbo turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 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 Galant 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.

With the same engine there is also Mitsubishi Galant version with automatic gearbox (Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD Automatic 4x4 AT) available
Mitsubishi Galant 1996

Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 technical data

Model: Mitsubishi Galant 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1997. January ... 2002. December 
Engine: 2498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 280 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 363 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: no data Acceleration 0-100 km/h: no data
Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.68m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 470 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1400 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1755 kg

Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 engine 6A13TT

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 2498 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80.8 mm
Compression ratio 8.5 : 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.

Fuel system Injection
Mitsubishi Galant 1996 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 260 - 280 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 343 - 363 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1996
Duration of production 7 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards.

All Mitsubishi Galant sedan [1996 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mitsubishi Galant 1996 1.8i Jan 1996 — Dec 1998

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1996 1.8i Automatic Jan 1996 — Dec 1998 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.0i Jan 1997 — Sep 2004 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 2000 2.0 GDi 16V Jan 2000 — Dec 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.0i Automatic Jan 1997 — Mai 2003 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 2000 2.0 GDi 16V Automatic Jan 2000 — Dec 2002 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.0 TD Jan 1997 — Jan 2001 2.0 Diesel 90 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1999 2.4 GDI Jan 1999 — Jan 2001

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1999 2.4 GDI Automatic Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 2.4 Petrol 150 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.5 V6 Jan 1997 — Mai 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds

2.5 Petrol 163 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.5 V6 Automatic Jan 1997 — Mai 2003 2.5 Petrol 163 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD 4x4 Jan 1997 — Dec 2002

Most powerfull petrol version (280 HP)

2.5 Petrol 280 HP - Manual (5) All wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1997 2.5 i VR-4 Type-V 4WD Automatic 4x4 Jan 1997 — Dec 2002

Most powerfull petrol version (280 HP)

2.5 Petrol 280 HP - Automatic (4) All wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 2000 3.0 i V6 24V GTZ Jan 2000 — Dec 2002 3.0 Petrol 197 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Mitsubishi Galant 1996 reviews
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