Mitsubishi Colt IV (CAO) 1.6 (90 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 101 lb-ft (137 Nm), built 1994–1996, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Mitsubishi Colt IV (CAO) has 4 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque101 lb-ft (137 Nm)
0–62 mph10.5 s
Top speed115 mph (185 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 (90 hp) Automatic
Displacement1.6 L (1,597 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore81 mm
Stroke77.5 mm

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque101 lb-ft (137 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.5 s
Top speed115 mph (185 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Highway34 mpg (6.9 l/100 km)
Fuel tank13.2 gal (50 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length152.8 in (3,880 mm)
Width66.1 in (1,680 mm)
Height53.7 in (1,365 mm)
Curb weight2,315 lb (1,050 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,263 lb (1,480 kg)
Cargo volume8.5 cu ft (240 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMultiple arms and links
Tires175/70 R13
WheelsR13
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Mitsubishi Colt with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mitsubishi Colt IV (CAO) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.3 GLi 12V (CA1A) (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 GLXi 16V (CA4A) (113 hp)Gasoline113 hp (83 kW)
1.6 GLXi 16V (CA4A) (113 hp) AutomaticGasoline113 hp (83 kW)
1.8 GTi (140 hp)Gasoline140 hp (103 kW)
1.8 GTi (140 hp) AutomaticGasoline140 hp (103 kW)
1.6 (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)

← All Mitsubishi Colt IV (CAO) engines

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