Mitsubishi 4G54
This engine is very reliable and has an impressive resource.
Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engines
Mitsubishi Magna / Verada is a Japanese mid-range car produced by the Australian division of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation from 1985 to 2005. In total, 3 generations of the model were produced. Starting with the 2nd generation, in 1991 they also began to produce a new version of the luxury class – Mitsubishi Verada. The car has two body modifications – a station wagon and a sedan. The export version of the car, widely sold around the world, was designated Mitsubishi Diamante. Translated from Spanish Magna – “great”.
The Mitsubishi Magna/Verada was offered with 4 engines between 1985 and 2005 (4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.4 to 3.5 liters, power output from 103 to 280 hp. 1 use a timing chain and 3 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G54 (about 450,000 km).
Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Magna 1 (TM) 1985–1991 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G54 | 1985–1991 | 2.6 L R4 | 103–175 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 4.9 L | ~450,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Magna 2 (TR) 1991–1996 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G54 | 1991–1996 | 2.6 L R4 | 103–175 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 4.9 L | ~450,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Magna 3 (TE) 1996–2005 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G64 | 1996–2005 | 2.4 L R4 | 112–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 6G74 | 1999–2005 | 3.5 L V6 | 180–280 hp | petrol | belt | 5.7 L | ~400,000 km |
| Other Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 6G72 | 1986–2008 | 3.0 L V6 | 140–240 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~400,000 km |
Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Magna/Verada?
Mitsubishi Magna 1 (TM) (1985–1991): Mitsubishi 4G54; Mitsubishi Magna 2 (TR) (1991–1996): Mitsubishi 4G54; Mitsubishi Magna 3 (TE) (1996–2005): Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 6G74.
Which Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engines are: Mitsubishi 4G54 — about 450,000 km; Mitsubishi 6G72 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 6G74 — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G54 — 4.9 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 6G72 — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 6G74 — 5.7 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Mitsubishi Magna/Verada have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Mitsubishi 4G54; timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G64, Mitsubishi 6G72 and Mitsubishi 6G74. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mitsubishi Magna/Verada available with a diesel engine?
No, all Mitsubishi Magna/Verada engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
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 6G74
Modifications of the engine with distributed injection are undemanding to the quality of fuel, which cannot be said about the common versions…
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