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Mitsubishi Express Comparison
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2022 Mitsubishi Express - GLX
1.6L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWD
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Overview
Variant
GLX
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
1.6 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.2 / 100 km
Power and torque
103kW / 340Nm
1290km
Warranty
10 years
Doors
5
Seats
3
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
0 Stars
Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 150
CO2 Level (Combined): 164
CO2 Level (Urban): 187
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 80.0
Engine (cc): 1598
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: R9m 450
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 79.5
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1290
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 802
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 33
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.2
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: PF6
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: X82
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 183.6
Cargo Volume (L): 5200
Height (in): 54.6
Height (mm): 1386
Length (in): 99.9
Length (mm): 2537
Loading Floor Height (in): 21.7
Loading Floor Height (mm): 551
Standard Measurement: VDA
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 49.9
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1268
Width (in): 65.4
Width (mm): 1662
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11840
Front Overhang (in): 36.7
Front Overhang (mm): 933
Front Track (in): 63.6
Front Track (mm): 1615
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.8
Overall Height (in): 77.6
Overall Height (mm): 1971
Overall Length (in): 196.8
Overall Length (mm): 4999
Overall Width (in): 77.0
Overall Width (mm): 1956
Rear Overhang (in): 38.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 968
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3098
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 50.6
Driver Height (mm): 1284
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 38.9
Driver Width (mm): 988
Passenger Height (in): 50.6
Passenger Height (mm): 1284
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 38.9
Passenger Width (mm): 988
Rear Height (in): 60.5
Rear Height (mm): 1536
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 54.8
Rear Width (mm): 1393
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1625
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3583
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 4960
Gross Train Weight (lb): 10935
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2960
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6526
Payload Allowance (kg): 1150
Payload Allowance (lb): 2535
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1150
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 2535
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1810
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3990
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3638
Tare Weight (kg): 1751
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 80
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 55.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 0.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20210301
ANCAP Overall: 0.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 40.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2021
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 7.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.6 Diesel Swb Rhd Van
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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