The 0.5-liter three-cylinder engine Mitsubishi 3G81 was produced only from 1987 to 1993 and installed in popular kei-car type vehicles of the Japanese company, such as Minica, Minicab, and Bravo. There are five versions of this engine, with many of them equipped with a five-valve cylinder head. The 3G8 family also includes the 3G83 engine.
| Exact capacity | 548 cm³ |
| Power system | carburetor |
| Engine power | 30 - 32 HP |
| Torque | 41 - 43 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 6v |
| Cylinder diameter | 62.3 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 60 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Engine features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | strip |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | there is no |
| What oils to use | 3.0 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 1 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 150 000 HP |
| Exact capacity | 548 cm³ |
| Power system | carburetor |
| Engine power | 46 - 50 HP |
| Torque | 59 - 66 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 6v |
| Cylinder diameter | 62.3 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 60 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5 |
| Engine features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | tak |
| What oils to use | 3.0 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 1 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 130 000 HP |
| Exact capacity | 548 cm³ |
| Power system | carburetor |
| Engine power | 38 HP |
| Torque | 43 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 15v |
| Cylinder diameter | 62.3 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 60 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Engine features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | strip |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | there is no |
| What oils to use | 3.0 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 1 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 160 000 HP |
| Exact capacity | 548 cm³ |
| Power system | distributed injection |
| Engine power | 46 HP |
| Torque | 46 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 15v |
| Cylinder diameter | 62.3 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 60 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Engine features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | there is no |
| What oils to use | 3.0 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 2 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 180 000 HP |
| Exact capacity | 548 cm³ |
| Power system | distributed injection |
| Engine power | 64 HP |
| Torque | 75 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 15v |
| Cylinder diameter | 62.3 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 60 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5 |
| Engine features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | strip |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | tak |
| What oils to use | 3.0 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 2 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 130 000 HP |
| City | 5.7 litry |
| Route | 3.9 litry |
| Mixed | 4.9 litry |
The weight of the 3G81 engine is 87 kg (excluding accessories). The engine number 3G81 is located at the junction of the block and the gearbox. Many versions of the engine are equipped with a Mikuni carburetor, and it needs to be properly adjusted. Owners on the forum often complain about oil consumption due to ring deposit formation. Even a short drive with low oil level can cause crankshaft bearing damage. Keep an eye on the cooling system, as any overheating can lead to cylinder head gasket failure. Also, check the condition of the timing belt, as its failure always results in valve interference.
| Bravo 1 (U14) | 1989 - 1991 |
| Minicab 4 (U11) | 1987 - 1991 |
| Minica 5 (H11) | 1987 - 1989 |
| Minica 6 (H21) | 1989 - 1993 |
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The 1.8-liter gasoline engine Mitsubishi 4G62 or G62B was produced from 1979 to 1989 and installed in popular models of the corporation, such as Lancer, Galant, Cordia, and Delica. Then, for almost ten years, this unit was used in Hyundai cars. The 4G6 series also includes engines: - 4G61, - 4G63, - 4G63T, - 4G64, - 4G67, and - 4G69.
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