Mitsubishi 3G83
The most famous problem of this motor is the oil burner due to the occurrence of rings.
Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engines
Mitsubishi Toppo BJ is a light recreational car of the liter class from Mitsubishi Motors. Years of issue 1990-2004 and 2008-present. The name Toppo comes from a combination of two words – “roof” and “lanky”. The car is assembled with front or all-wheel drive. The abbreviation BJ, in translation of the words formed by it, means “Great joy”. This is the name of the model released in 1998. Re-launched in 2008, the model now has a simpler name – Mitsubishi Toppo.
The Mitsubishi Toppo BJ was offered with 3 engines between 1998 and 2004 (3 petrol). Displacement ranges from 0.7 to 1.1 liters, power output from 39 to 78 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4A31 (about 220,000 km).
Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Toppo BJ 1 (H41) 1998–2004 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 3G83 | 0.7 L R3 | 39–64 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.2–3.3 L | ~180,000 km | |
| Mitsubishi 4A30 | 1998–2004 | 0.7 L R4 | 50–64 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.4–3.5 L | ~200,000 km |
| Mitsubishi Toppo BJ Wide H43A 1999–2001 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4A31 | 1999–2001 | 1.1 L R4 | 74–78 hp | petrol | belt | 3.5 L | ~220,000 km |
Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Toppo BJ?
Mitsubishi Toppo BJ 1 (H41) (1998–2004): Mitsubishi 3G83 and Mitsubishi 4A30; Mitsubishi Toppo BJ Wide H43A (1999–2001): Mitsubishi 4A31.
Which Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engines are: Mitsubishi 4A31 — about 220,000 km; Mitsubishi 4A30 — about 200,000 km; Mitsubishi 3G83 — about 180,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 3G83 — 3.2–3.3 L (5W-20); Mitsubishi 4A30 — 3.4–3.5 L (5W-30 (4A30 carb) 5W-30 (4A30 inj) 10W-30 (4A30T turbo)); Mitsubishi 4A31 — 3.5 L (5W-30).
Does the Mitsubishi Toppo BJ have a timing belt or chain?
Timing belt: Mitsubishi 3G83, Mitsubishi 4A30 and Mitsubishi 4A31. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mitsubishi Toppo BJ available with a diesel engine?
No, all Mitsubishi Toppo BJ engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 4A30
The aluminum block head often cracks from overheating or overtightening the bolts.
Mitsubishi 4A31
The aluminum head is afraid of overheating and cracks easily if the bolts are overtightened.
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