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Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder 3.0 Turbo (320 Hp) Automatic
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Mitsubishi 3000 GT:
The Mitsubishi 3000GT is a front-engine, all-wheel/front-wheel drive grand touring/sports car manufactured and marketed by Mitsubishi from 1990 until 2000 over three different series. Manufactured in a three-door hatchback coupé body style in Nagoya, Japan, the 2+2 four-seaters were marketed in the Japanese domestic market as the GTO, and globally as 3000GT. In North America, it was sold both as the Mitsubishi 3000GT and the Dodge Stealth , a badge engineered, mechanically identical captive import. As a collaborative effort between Chrysler and Mitsubishi Motors, Chrysler was responsible for the Stealth's exterior styling....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Spyder Overview:
Mitsubishi 3000 GT (Spyder). With 427 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1725 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 Turbo (320 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.0L twin-turbo V6 delivers exhilarating 320 Hp, providing strong acceleration for a car of its era. However, the specified front-wheel-drive layout for this power level can lead to significant torque steer, limiting ultimate traction and handling compared to its AWD counterparts.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 11.5 l/100 km (approximately 20.4 MPG) is typical for a high-performance twin-turbo engine from the mid-90s, but not particularly efficient by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful twin-turbo V6 engine
- • Unique retractable hardtop design
- • Distinctive styling and road presence
- • Advanced features for its time (e.g., active aero on some models, though not specified for Spyder)
Cons:
- • High complexity leading to potential reliability issues and expensive maintenance
- • Heavy curb weight impacts agility
- • Limited rear seating and trunk space (especially with top down)
- • Specified front-wheel-drive with 320 Hp can lead to significant torque steer
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 1994: 1994 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | 3000 GT |
| Generation: | Spyder |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 Turbo (320 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 320 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 107.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 427 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.4 kg/Hp, 185.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 247.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1725 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 160 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4565 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1840 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1290 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2470 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1580 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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