Mitsubishi 4G33
The main problems of the owners are associated with malfunctions of the capricious carburetor.
Mitsubishi Delica engines
Mitsubishi Delica is a compact minivan manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors since 1968. The fifth generation of the model is currently being produced. The meaning of the car name is “delivery car”. Delica was manufactured in all modifications possible for this purpose – pickup, minibus, minivan. Delica is known by different names: L300 (later – L400) in Europe and New Zealand, Express and Starwagon in Australia, and also simply Mitsubishi Van and Wagon in the United States. The passenger version of the Delica Star Wagon, produced from 1979 to 1994, is known as the Delica Space Gear, and sometimes just the Space Gear (at least in Europe). The all-wheel drive layout and wide variety of modifications have contributed to Delica gaining a large number of fans around the world.
The Mitsubishi Delica was offered with 12 engines since 1979 (8 petrol, 4 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.4 to 3.0 liters, power output from 65 to 240 hp. 5 use a timing chain and 7 a timing belt. 5 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4D56 (about 400,000 km).
Mitsubishi Delica engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Delica 1979–1994 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G33 | 1979–1994 | 1.4 L R4 | 68–75 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~275,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 4D55 | 1982–1986 | 2.3 L R4 | 65–95 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | belt | 5.4 L | ~275,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica II 1979–1986 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G62 | 1979–1986 | 1.8 L R4 | 85–160 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica 3 (P03) 1986–1999 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4D56 | 1986–1999 | 2.5 L R4 | 74–90 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | belt | 6.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica III 1988–1999 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G64 | 1988–1994 | 2.4 L R4 | 112–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 4G63 | 1989–1999 | 2.0 L R4 | 87–144 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica 4 (PA4) 1994–2006 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 6G72 | 3.0 L V6 | 140–240 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~400,000 km | |
| Mitsubishi 4M40 | 1994–2006 | 2.8 L R4 | 80–140 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | chain | 6.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica 5 (CV) 2007–present | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4B12 | 2007–present | 2.4 L R4 | 165–170 hp | petrol | chain | 5.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 4B11 | 2007–present | 2.0 L R4 | 145–155 hp | petrol | chain | 5 L | ~350,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Delica D:5 2012–present | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4J11 | 2012–present | 2.0 L R4 | 150–166 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 4N14 | 2013–present | 2.3 L R4 | 150–177 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 7.5 L | ~350,000 km |
Mitsubishi Delica engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Delica?
Mitsubishi Delica (1979–1994): Mitsubishi 4G33 and Mitsubishi 4D55; Mitsubishi Delica II (1979–1986): Mitsubishi 4G62; Mitsubishi Delica 3 (P03) (1986–1999): Mitsubishi 4D56; Mitsubishi Delica III (1988–1999): Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 4G63; Mitsubishi Delica 4 (PA4) (1994–2006): Mitsubishi 6G72 and Mitsubishi 4M40; Mitsubishi Delica 5 (CV) (2007–present): Mitsubishi 4B12 and Mitsubishi 4B11; Mitsubishi Delica D:5 (2012–present): Mitsubishi 4J11 and Mitsubishi 4N14.
Which Mitsubishi Delica engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Delica engines are: Mitsubishi 4D56 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G63 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 4M40 — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mitsubishi Delica engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4B11 — 5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 4B12 — 5.2 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 4D55 — 5.4 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4D56 — 6.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G33 — 4 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G62 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G63 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4J11 — 4.4 L (5W-20); Mitsubishi 4M40 — 6.5 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4N14 — 7.5 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 6G72 — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Mitsubishi Delica have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Mitsubishi 4B11, Mitsubishi 4B12, Mitsubishi 4J11, Mitsubishi 4M40 and Mitsubishi 4N14; timing belt: Mitsubishi 4D55, Mitsubishi 4D56, Mitsubishi 4G33, Mitsubishi 4G62, Mitsubishi 4G63, Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 6G72. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mitsubishi Delica available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Mitsubishi 4D55, Mitsubishi 4D56, Mitsubishi 4M40 and Mitsubishi 4N14.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 4G62
The main problems are caused by unreliable belts and especially balance shaft belts.
Mitsubishi 4D55
In engines until 1982, the cylinder head cracked in the prechamber area even at low runs.
Mitsubishi 4G63
Most of the problems with this motor are due to the use of low-quality oil.
Mitsubishi 4G64
All the main problems of this power unit are associated with poor or old lubrication.
Mitsubishi 6G72
Apart from the engines of the first years of production, this is a very reliable engine with a huge resource. Most of…
Mitsubishi 4B11
This motor is considered very reliable, but at high mileage it is prone to oil consumption, either due to wear on the…
Mitsubishi 4B12
This is a practically trouble-free motor, but at high mileage it is prone to oil burn due to severe wear on the…
Mitsubishi 4N14
At the moment, this diesel engine has shown itself only on the good side, except perhaps for a strong rattling.
Mitsubishi 4J11
On specialized forums, this power unit responds very positively.
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