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Mitsubishi Space Gear PA0 2.8 TDI 4WD X (125 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Space Gear:
The Mitsubishi Delica is a range of vans and pickup trucks designed and built by the Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors since 1968. It was originally based on a cabover van and pickup truck introduced the previous year, also called the Delica, its name a contraction of the English language phrase Delivery car. This pickup truck, and a commercial van derived from it has received many names in export markets, being sold as the L300 in Europe, Jamaica and New Zealand, Express and Starwagon in Australia, and plain Mitsubishi Van and Wagon in the United States. The passenger car versions were known as Delica Star Wagon from 1979 until the 1994 introduction of the Delica Space Gear, which became simply Space Gear in Europe at least. The most recent version is called the Delica D:5. With the exception of the first, versions of all generations are still being sold in various international markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
PA0 Overview:
Mitsubishi Space Gear (PA0). With 292 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1960 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.8 TDI 4WD X (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong performer among the diesels, offering a noticeable power and torque boost over the 2.5 TD. This makes it more capable for towing, off-roading, and highway driving, feeling less strained.
Fuel Economy
Good balance of power and diesel economy for a 4WD vehicle of its size. While not as frugal as the 2.5 TD 2WD, the added power justifies a slight increase in consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior, ideal for families or cargo.
- • Robust 4WD system (on applicable trims) offers excellent off-road capability for a minivan.
- • Generally reliable engines, especially the diesels, known for longevity.
- • Good value on the used market, offering a lot of utility for the price.
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
- • Fuel consumption can be high, particularly with the V6 petrol and older diesels.
- • Performance can be sluggish with the lower-powered engines, especially when fully loaded.
- • Ride comfort can be truck-like due to its robust chassis, not as refined as modern minivans.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(PA0: 1995 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Space Gear |
| Generation: | PA0 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 TDI 4WD X (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 44.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 292 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2835 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 100 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.7 kg/Hp, 63.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1960 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 805 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4685 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1965 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1435 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 215/80 R15 S |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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