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Mitsubishi Starion A18_A 2.0 Turbo ECi (A183A) (180 Hp)
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Mitsubishi Starion:
The Mitsubishi Starion is a sports car which was manufactured and marketed by Mitsubishi from 1982 until 1989 — with badge engineered variants marketed in North America as the Conquest, under the Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth brands. It is a two-door coupé with a fastback design and seating for four passengers. The Starion's straight-four engine is mounted in the front and drives the rear wheels, with some models being turbocharged.
The Starion was one of the first modern Japanese turbocharged performance automobiles with electronic fuel injection....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A18_A Overview:
Mitsubishi Starion (A18_A). A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsubishi Starion A18_A was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP, and therefore has no official safety rating from the organization. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards.
2.0 Turbo ECi (A183A) (180 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of the 2.0L lineup, delivering exhilarating acceleration and a truly sporting character, ideal for performance enthusiasts.
Fuel Economy
While focused on performance, its 2.0L displacement still offered a reasonable balance of power and efficiency for the era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic 80s styling with pop-up headlights
- • Strong turbocharged performance for its era
- • Engaging rear-wheel-drive handling dynamics
- • Growing classic car appeal and collector interest
- • Distinctive and unique presence on the road
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Interior plastics and design show their age
- • Potential for maintenance issues with older turbo systems if not well-kept
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific components
- • Fuel economy, while good for its time, is not modern-day efficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A18_A: 1982 - 1985).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Starion |
| Generation: | A18_A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Turbo ECi (A183A) (180 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1987 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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