Mitsubishi 4G54
This engine is very reliable and has an impressive resource.
Chrysler New Yorker engines
The Chrysler New Yorker is Chrysler’s premium car. Manufactured from 1939 to 1996. After completing the Imperial brand in 1976, the New Yorker became the company’s flagship for many years. In total, 14 generations of the model were released, in each of which the car had a rich equipment. In fact, the car for the entire production history was an intermediate model between budget mass and exclusive modifications. The New Yorker body was the longest in its category.
The Chrysler New Yorker was offered with 5 engines between 1983 and 1997 (5 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.6 to 3.8 liters, power output from 103 to 240 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G54 (about 450,000 km).
Chrysler New Yorker engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler New Yorker 1983–1985 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G54 | 1983–1985 | 2.6 L R4 | 103–175 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 4.9 L | ~450,000 km |
| Chrysler New Yorker 13 1990–1993 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 6G72 | 3.0 L V6 | 140–240 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~400,000 km | |
| Chrysler EGA | 1990–1993 | 3.3 L V6 | 150–162 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~400,000 km |
| Dodge EGH | 1991–1993 | 3.8 L V6 | 150–180 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~420,000 km |
| Chrysler New Yorker 14 1993–1997 | |||||||
| Chrysler EGE | 1993–1997 | 3.5 L V6 | 215 hp | petrol | belt | 5.3 L | ~300,000 km |
Chrysler New Yorker engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Chrysler New Yorker?
Chrysler New Yorker (1983–1985): Mitsubishi 4G54; Chrysler New Yorker 13 (1990–1993): Mitsubishi 6G72, Chrysler EGA and Dodge EGH; Chrysler New Yorker 14 (1993–1997): Chrysler EGE.
Which Chrysler New Yorker engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Chrysler New Yorker engines are: Mitsubishi 4G54 — about 450,000 km; Dodge EGH — about 420,000 km; Chrysler EGA — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Chrysler New Yorker engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Chrysler EGA — 4 L (5W-30); Chrysler EGE — 5.3 L (5W-30); Dodge EGH — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G54 — 4.9 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 6G72 — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Chrysler New Yorker have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Chrysler EGA, Dodge EGH and Mitsubishi 4G54; timing belt: Chrysler EGE and Mitsubishi 6G72. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Chrysler New Yorker available with a diesel engine?
No, all Chrysler New Yorker engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 6G72
Apart from the engines of the first years of production, this is a very reliable engine with a huge resource. Most of…
Chrysler EGA
The power units of this series are reliable, but have high fuel consumption.
Dodge EGH
The engines of this line are very reliable, but they are characterized by high fuel consumption.
Chrysler EGE
The main problem with this motor is rapid slagging due to overheating. This leads to oil starvation and often results in loose…
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