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Mitsubishi L200 V Double Cab 2.4d (181 Hp) 4WD Automatic
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Mitsubishi L200:
The Mitsubishi Triton, also known as the Mitsubishi L200, is a mid-size pickup truck produced by Mitsubishi Motors. In Japan, where it has only been sold intermittently and in small numbers, it was originally known as the Mitsubishi Forte and from 1991 as the Strada. In the United States, Mitsubishi marketed it as the Mitsubishi Mighty Max until 1996. Chrysler Corporation sold captive imports as the Dodge D50, Dodge Ram 50 and Plymouth Arrow truck in the U. S. and as the Chrysler D-50 in Australia....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V Double Cab Overview:
Mitsubishi L200 (V Double Cab). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1860 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4d (181 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A significant boost in power provides more confident overtaking and better performance under load. The automatic transmission adds convenience.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the manual variants, but still competitive for an automatic 4x4 pickup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable 4N15 diesel engine
- • Excellent towing and payload capabilities
- • Capable Super Select 4WD-II system (on higher trims)
- • Good fuel economy for a pickup truck
- • Practical and spacious double cab interior
Cons:
- • Ride can be firm, especially when unladen
- • Interior materials are functional rather than luxurious
- • Steering can feel a bit vague at higher speeds
- • Automatic transmission is less efficient than manual
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Double Cab (facelift 2010): 2010 - 2015).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | L200 |
| Generation: | V Double Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4d (181 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 181 Hp @ 3500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.1 Hp/l [100mm more] |
| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4N15 More details about the engine 4N15 |
| Engine displacement: | 2442 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 105.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6b |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 231.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1860 |
| Max. weight: | 2910 |
| Max load: | 1050 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 140 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 24.0° |
| Length: | 5285 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Height: | 1780 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3000 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
| Front overhang: | 865 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Approach angle: | 30.0° |
| Departure angle: | 22.0° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Dependent suspension of two longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs |
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