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Mitsubishi Debonair S27 3.0 i V6 (170 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Debonair:
The Mitsubishi Debonair is a four-door executive sedan introduced by Mitsubishi Motors in 1964 to serve as their flagship passenger vehicle in the Japanese market. The word "debonair" means gentle, courteous, suave, lighthearted, or nonchalant. Three distinct generations were available during its 35-year production run until it was discontinued in 1999. The first and second generation models were built mainly for senior level executives of the Mitsubishi Group and affiliated companies, essentially a Mitsubishi senior executive company car made by the motor vehicle division of Mitsubishi....(Read more on Wikipedia)
S27 Overview:
Mitsubishi Debonair (S27). With 248 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1590 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Debonair S27 was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread for this vehicle class and region. No official Euro NCAP rating is available.
3.0 i V6 (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a respectable balance of power for comfortable highway cruising and daily driving, though not designed for sporty performance.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a 3.0-liter V6 from its era, making it a practical choice for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined V6 engine options
- • Excellent ride comfort and spacious interior
- • Good build quality for its era
- • Distinctive, understated luxury styling
- • Strong performance from the 3.5L V6
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for the 3.5L engine
- • Dated technology by modern standards
- • Limited parts availability outside of Japan
- • Not widely known or recognized in international markets
- • Handling is comfort-oriented, not sporty
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Debonair |
| Generation: | S27 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 57.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 248 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91.1 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4975 mm mm |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 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 |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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