What is the Mitsubishi Diamante?
The Diamante was a large Mitsubishi sedan, designed with comfort and space in mind. Mitsubishi’s history describes the original as a wide-bodied hardtop, and the name later appeared on different body styles in some markets. The North American cars covered here were sedans.
The Diamante sat toward the more executive end of Mitsubishi’s range. The original Japanese-market model showcased technology such as electronically controlled valve timing, four-wheel steering and an advanced all-wheel-drive system on some versions. Equipment varied by market.
Generations and engines
The first generation, coded F10 and F20, ran from 1992 to 1996. The second, coded F30 and F40, followed from 1997 to 2005. Mitsubishi introduced the second generation after a full model change, updating the car’s design and technology.
In the United States, petrol engines ranged from 3.0 to 3.5 litres. Canada’s listing covers a 3.5-litre petrol version for 2004.
Fuel consumption and markets
For United States models from 1992 to 2005, the best listed combined rating is 19 MPG under the EPA test, or 12.4 L/100 km. Canada’s 2004 listing gives 13.1 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. The procedures differ, so results are most useful when compared within the same market.
The Diamante was listed in the United States and Canada. The US model years span 1992 to 2005; Canada’s listing is for 2004.
Questions and answers
What kind of car is the Mitsubishi Diamante?
It is a large, comfort-focused sedan that sat toward the more executive end of Mitsubishi’s range.
What are the Diamante generations?
The first generation ran from 1992 to 1996 and the second from 1997 to 2005.
What engine sizes were available in the United States?
The US petrol range spanned 3.0 to 3.5 litres.
What is the Diamante’s lowest listed fuel consumption?
The US EPA rating is 19 MPG combined, or 12.4 L/100 km. Canada’s 2004 listing is 13.1 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test.
