Mitsubishi L200

Mitsubishi L200 Mighty Max
Production period:	since 1978
Class :	Utilities
Body versions :	Pick up

The Mitsubishi L200 is a pickup from Mitsubishi Motors that has been built in several vehicle generations since 1978. The first version was an import version of the Mitsubishi Forte .

The L200 is available with a single cabin, double cabin and club cab.

The current 5th generation was introduced in Germany in 2015.

1st generation

Mitsubishi L200

The L200 was produced from 1978 and was developed together with Chrysler and is thus related to the Dodge Ram D-60 and the Plymouth Arrow . Under the name Mitsubishi Forte , the pickup was only known in Japan, where it was only offered until 1986.

In 1986 the Forte got a facelift and from then on was also available with a double cabin.

2nd generation

L 200 TD 4x4

Production period:	1991-1996
Body versions :	Pick up
Engines:	Diesel engine : (64 kW)
Length:	4920 mm
Width:	1740 mm
Height:	1745 mm
Wheelbase :
Empty weight :	1685 kg

In 1991 the successor came onto the market: Mitsubishi Strada , which was presented in 1993 as the first Mitsubishi pick-up in Germany as the L200 . This model is developed by Mitsubishi without Chrysler.

3rd generation

L 200 (K60T)
Mitsubishi L200 (1996-1999)
Production period:	1996-2006
Body versions :	Pick up
Engines:	Otto engines : 2.4–2.5 liters (85–123 kW) Diesel engines : 2.5 liters (73–98 kW)
Length:	4890-4995 mm
Width:	1695-1775 mm
Height:	1765-1800 mm
Wheelbase :	2855-2970 mm
Empty weight :	1600-1725 kg

1996 the 3rd generation of the L200, in Japan as the second Strada , on the market. In Japan it is only sold until 1999.

The L200, produced in Thailand, is getting a facelift just three years after its appearance: With a redesigned radiator grille and light alloy wheels, attempts are being made to make the L200 more attractive for private households.

Since 2004, the pick-up has also been available in Germany as a diesel with an automatic transmission; until now, import vehicles had to be used for the L200 with a diesel engine. To celebrate victory at the Dakar Rally in January 2005, Mitsubishi is launching a special model: The L200 Dakar, which is particularly noticeable with the Dakar emblems on the fenders, is powered by a 2.5-liter diesel engine with 98 kW ( 133 hp).

4th generation

KA_T, KB_T
Mitsubishi L200 double cab
Production period:	2006-2016
Body versions :	Pick up
Engines:	Diesel engines : 2.5 liters (100–131 kW)
Length:	5000-5260 mm
Width:	1750-1815 mm
Height:	1775-1780 mm
Wheelbase :	3000 mm
Empty weight :	1845-2165 kg

Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test

The 4th generation of the Mitsubishi SUT (Sport Utility Truck) has, in addition to the all-wheel drive Super Select 4WD borrowed from the Pajero, a 2.5 DI-D diesel engine with 100 kW (136 PS). The version with increased performance from Ralliart DI-D + has an output of 123 kW (167 PS). In addition to the VW Amarok , the L200 also has electronic stability and traction control.

The pickup is between 5.00 (single cab) and 5.26 (double cab) meters long and has a loading area of 2.21 square meters (double cab) or 2.65 square meters (Club Cab) or 3.26 square meters (single cabin). This means that the L200 is approved as a truck. Nevertheless, in Germany it is treated as a car for tax purposes. The pure length of the loading area is 1.50 meters for the double cab, 1.80 meters for the club cab and 2.22 meters for the single cab. The payload is up to 1 ton. The basic model has selectable all-wheel drive with a lockable differential lock on the rear axle, the higher equipment lines have permanent all-wheel drive. In July 2014 there was a slight facelift for the L200. In addition to cosmetic changes to the front and inside, the trailer load has been increased to 2.7 to 3 tons.

In other markets, the fourth generation is known as the Mitsubishi Triton .

In November 2010, there was a model for the recall campaign in Germany because of problems with the steering. All models built up to January 2009 were affected.

Body styles

The L200 is offered in three different body styles. These are single cabins, club cabs and double cabins. They differ in the number of seats and external dimensions. Furthermore, the single cabin is only available in the basic equipment line.

Single cabin with special structure
Club Cab
Double cabin

	Single cabin	Club Cab	Double cabin
Number of seats	2	2 + 2	5
overall length	5040 mm	5120/5195 * mm	5185/5260 * mm
Overall width	1750 mm	1750/1815 * mm	1750/1815 * mm
Total height	1775 mm	1775/1780 * mm	1775/1780 mm
Length of loading area	2220 mm	1805 mm	1505 mm
Wide loading area	1470 mm	1470 mm	1470 mm
Height of loading area	405 mm	460 mm	460 mm
Empty weight	1,845-1,940 kg	1,865–2,020 kg	1,985-2,165 kg
Maximum payload	910-1,005 kg	830-985 kg	690-865 kg
Trailer load braked	2,700 kg	2,700-3,000 kg	2,700-3,000 kg

^{* = Highest equipment variant}

Engines

model	2.5 DI-D	2.5 DI-D +
Number of cylinders	4th
Displacement (cm³)	2477
Max. Power (kW / PS)	100/136 at 4000 rpm	123/167 at 3800 rpm
Max. Torque (Nm)	314 at 2000 rpm	400 at 2000–2850 rpm [350 at 1800–3500 rpm] *
Transmission (standard)	5-speed manual transmission
Transmission (optional)	-	5- speed automatic transmission
Top speed (km / h)	167	179 [175] *
Acceleration (0-100 km / h)	15.2 s	13.6 s [14.5 s] *
Combined consumption (l / 100 km)	8.9 D	9.1 D [10.6 D] *
Tank capacity	75
Emission standard	5 euro

* Figures in brackets for the automatic version

Awards

In 2012, the L200 was named "Allrad PickUp of the Year" for the thirteenth time by the readers of Auto Bild and Auto Bild Allrad .

5th generation

L200
Mitsubishi L200 (2015)
Production period:	since 2015
Body versions :	Pick up
Engines:	Diesel engines : 2.2–2.4 liters (110–133 kW)
Length:	5195-5305 mm
Width:	1785-1815 mm
Height:	1775-1780 mm
Wheelbase :	3000 mm
Empty weight :	1921-2147 kg

Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test (2015)

In November 2014 Mitsubishi presented the 5th generation of the L200 in Thailand . The new generation has been with dealers since September 26, 2015. It is also offered as a Fiat Fullback .

Side view
Rear view
Facelift 2019

Technical specifications

Pre-facelift

version	Club Cab		Double cabin
	2.4 DI-D	2.4 DI-D +	2.4 DI-D	2.4 DI-D +
Number of cylinders	4th
Displacement (cm³)	2442
Max. Power (kW / PS)	113/154 at 3500 rpm	133/181 at 3500 rpm	113/154 at 3500 rpm	133/181 at 3500 rpm
Max. Torque (Nm)	380 at 1500-2500 rpm	430 at 2500 rpm	380 at 1500-2500 rpm	430 at 2500 rpm
Transmission (standard)	6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (optional)	-	-	-	5- speed automatic transmission
Top speed (km / h)	169	179	169	179 (177)
Acceleration (0-100 km / h)	12.2 s	10.4 s	12.2 s	10.4 (11.8) s
Combined consumption (l / 100 km)	6.9 D		6.9 D	6.9 (7.5) D.
Tank capacity	75
Emission standard	Euro 6

* Figures in brackets for the automatic version

Facelift (2019)

With this facelift a new automatic with 6 levels was added and the engine was replaced (only for Europe) by a new engine with 150 HP from a 2.2 L (2268 cm³). The 2.4 L diesel engine is still available for non-European markets. The design has become fresher and is based on the design language of newer Mitsubishi models. In addition, the facelift model is no longer offered as a single cab.

Technical specifications

	Club Cab	Double cabin
cylinder	4th
Displacement	2268 cc
Max. power	110 kW / 150 PS at 3500 rpm
Max. Torque	400 Nm at 1750-2250 rpm
Gearbox (standard)	6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (optional)	6-speed automatic transmission
Top speed	174 km / h	174 km / h (171 km / h)
Acceleration from 0-100 km / h	12.4 s	12.4 s (13.5 s)
Elasticity 80-100 km / h	4.7 s	4.7 s (5.1 s)
Fuel consumption over 100 km	7.5 L	8.7 L (8.4 L)
Tank capacity	75 l
Emission standard	Euro 6d Temp EVAP

Information in brackets for the automatic version

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Web links

Commons : Mitsubishi L200 - collection of pictures, videos and audio files

[1] Results of the Mitsubishi L200 in the Euro NCAP crash test

[2] Archived copy ( Memento from August 17, 2014 in the Internet Archive )

[3] ttp://www.autoservicepraxis.de/cms/986384

[4] ttps://www.mit-pferden-reisen.de/artikel/184/710/de/mitsubishi-l200-pickup-erneut-gewinner-bei-der-leserwahl-von-auto-bild-allrad-/

[5] Result of the Mitsubishi L200 in the Euro NCAP crash test (2015)

[6] se.de/autos Driving report: Mitsubishi L200