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.

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 | ||
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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 |
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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. |
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All Mitsubishi Galant sedan [1996 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |