Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engines

Mitsubishi Chariot (in Europe Mitsubishi Space Wagon) is a seven-seater minivan-type passenger car from Mitsubishi Motors. Manufactured in Japan from 1989 to 2004. Chariot is translated from French as “chariot”. At the time of release, the car had no analogues, and therefore was considered a model of the future. The Chariot was produced in front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions. In total, 3 generations of Shariot were created. Due to its great comfort and high capacity, the car is still very popular today.

The Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon was offered with 5 engines between 1983 and 2004 (5 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.8 to 2.4 liters, power output from 85 to 215 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G63 (about 400,000 km).

Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Mitsubishi Chariot D03 1983–1987
Mitsubishi 4G621983–19871.8 L R485–160 hppetrol, NA / turbobelt4 L~250,000 km
Mitsubishi Space Wagon 1983–1991
Mitsubishi 4G371983–19911.8 L R486–97 hppetrolbelt3.9 L~350,000 km
Mitsubishi Space Wagon D00 1983–1991
Mitsubishi 4G631983–19912.0 L R487–144 hppetrolbelt4 L~400,000 km
Mitsubishi Space Wagon N30 1991–1998
Mitsubishi 4G631991–19982.0 L R487–144 hppetrolbelt4 L~400,000 km
Mitsubishi 4G931991–19981.8 L R4110–215 hppetrol, NA / turbobelt3.5–3.6 L~350,000 km
Mitsubishi 4G641993–19972.4 L R4112–165 hppetrolbelt4 L~330,000 km
Mitsubishi Space Wagon N50 1997–2004
Mitsubishi 4G641997–20032.4 L R4112–165 hppetrolbelt4 L~330,000 km
Mitsubishi 4G631998–20042.0 L R487–144 hppetrolbelt4 L~400,000 km

Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon?

Mitsubishi Chariot D03 (1983–1987): Mitsubishi 4G62; Mitsubishi Space Wagon (1983–1991): Mitsubishi 4G37; Mitsubishi Space Wagon D00 (1983–1991): Mitsubishi 4G63; Mitsubishi Space Wagon N30 (1991–1998): Mitsubishi 4G63, Mitsubishi 4G93 and Mitsubishi 4G64; Mitsubishi Space Wagon N50 (1997–2004): Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 4G63.

Which Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engine is the most durable?

By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engines are: Mitsubishi 4G63 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G37 — about 350,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G93 — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.

How much oil does the Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G37 — 3.9 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G62 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G63 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G93 — 3.5–3.6 L (5W-30).

Does the Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon have a timing belt or chain?

Timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G37, Mitsubishi 4G62, Mitsubishi 4G63, Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 4G93. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon available with a diesel engine?

No, all Mitsubishi Chariot/Space Wagon engines in our database run on petrol.

Engine details

Mitsubishi 4G62

Mitsubishi 4G62

1979–1989 · 1.8 L R4 · petrol · 85–160 hp · belt

The main problems are caused by unreliable belts and especially balance shaft belts.

Mitsubishi 4G63

Mitsubishi 4G63

1981–present · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 87–144 hp · belt

Most of the problems with this motor are due to the use of low-quality oil.

Mitsubishi 4G37

Mitsubishi 4G37

1983–1994 · 1.8 L R4 · petrol · 86–97 hp · belt

Short-lived belts cause the most problems: timing belt and balancer shaft belt.

Mitsubishi 4G64

Mitsubishi 4G64

1985–present · 2.4 L R4 · petrol · 112–165 hp · belt

All the main problems of this power unit are associated with poor or old lubrication.

Mitsubishi 4G93

Mitsubishi 4G93

1991–2014 · 1.8 L R4 · petrol · 110–215 hp · belt

GDi modifications are known for the frequent vagaries of the direct fuel injection system.

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