Mitsubishi 4G63
Most of the problems with this motor are due to the use of low-quality oil.
Mitsubishi Zinger engines
The Mitsubishi Zinger is a Chinese minivan with a station wagon body, manufactured in collaboration with Mitsubishi Motors and the car manufacturer China Motor Corporation. The model is based on the Mitsubishi Challenger. The car has been produced and sold in Taiwan under its real name since 2005. In the Philippines, the car has been sold since 2007 under the Mitsubishi Fuzion brand. The literal translation of the name means “full of energy / vitality.”
Mitsubishi Zinger was created on the platform of the first generation Pajero Sport SUV, the car has a frame structure, a continuous rear axle and spring suspensions. However, the drive can only be rear-wheel drive, there are no all-wheel drive versions in the lineup. Depending on the version, the minivan is offered with two or three rows of seats.
In 2015, a deep restyling of the Singer was carried out: the body design, interior trim materials, front panel, seats and steering wheel have changed, and the list of options has expanded. At the same time, the version for the Taiwanese market was renamed CMC Zinger, although the export versions retained the Mitsubishi brand.
The car is equipped with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with 136 hp and only a five-speed automatic transmission (before restyling, the cars were equipped with a manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission). The version for China is equipped with a two-liter engine that develops 170 hp in combination with manual or automatic transmissions.
The Mitsubishi Zinger was offered with 3 engines since 2005 (3 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 2.4 liters, power output from 87 to 165 hp. All of them use a timing belt. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G63 (about 400,000 km).
Mitsubishi Zinger engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Zinger 1 2005–present | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G63 | 2005–present | 2.0 L R4 | 87–144 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~400,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 4G69 | 2008–present | 2.4 L R4 | 160–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Other Mitsubishi Zinger engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G64 | 1985–present | 2.4 L R4 | 112–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
Mitsubishi Zinger engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mitsubishi Zinger?
Mitsubishi Zinger 1 (2005–present): Mitsubishi 4G63 and Mitsubishi 4G69.
Which Mitsubishi Zinger engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mitsubishi Zinger engines are: Mitsubishi 4G63 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G69 — about 350,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G64 — about 330,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mitsubishi Zinger engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G63 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G69 — 4.3 L (5W-30).
Does the Mitsubishi Zinger have a timing belt or chain?
Timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G63, Mitsubishi 4G64 and Mitsubishi 4G69. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mitsubishi Zinger available with a diesel engine?
No, all Mitsubishi Zinger 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 4G69
As with all engines in this series, the main problem here is unreliable belts.
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