Overview and Common Failures
Body and Interior The paintwork is weak and the body itself is not great, but almost all used cars have rust. Corrosion tends to form quickest on the edges of the doors and hood, as well as on the fenders. The minivan's interior is spacious and functional, as well as quite roomy. On forums, people complain about cheap interior materials and lack of sound insulation. They also mention dull headlights and slow heating of the cabin in winter.
Engine The 2.0-liter gasoline engine G4JP is a simple unit with decent durability. It is important to monitor the condition of the timing belt and balance shafts to avoid valve damage. The 2.0-liter gasoline engine G4GC is even more reliable than its predecessor. The 2.7-liter V6 engine G6BA has a long service life, but it does have a couple of weak points. Users often complain about high fuel consumption and oil issues, especially as the mileage increases. There is also a risk of the intake valves failing and their parts entering the cylinders. The 2.0-liter diesel engine D4EA from VM Motori has a poor reputation. Owners complain about excessive oil consumption, camshaft wear, and turbine failure. One of its advantages is the uncomplicated CR fuel system from Bosch.
Transmission The 5-speed manual transmission M5HF1 is fairly reliable and durable, but it does have some weak points. The synchronizers for the first and second gears often fail around 100,000 kilometers. The 4-speed automatic transmission F4A42, manufactured by Mitsubishi, is well-known for its good performance. However, it is important to avoid prolonged spinning of the wheels as the differential may not withstand it. The 4-speed automatic transmission F4A51 is an even stronger gearbox with a decent lifespan. The early models of the 4-speed automatic transmission A4CF2 were prone to issues and often broke down.
Suspension The suspension here is soft, sometimes even too soft, which affects the handling. The shock absorbers and stabilizer bushings are usually replaced before reaching 80,000 kilometers, as well as the ball joints. Around 100,000 kilometers, the shock absorbers often start to fail and make noise.
There are no major complaints about the steering and braking system.
