Mitsubishi Precis first generation
The Mitsubishi Precis first generation (1984–1989): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States.
Model codes: X1 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,087–4,267 mm |
| Width | – | 1,603 mm |
| Height | – | 1,374 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,380 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,180–2,322 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
9 complaints for model years 1987–1989. 2 crashes · 2 fires · 1 injury
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Mitsubishi Precis first generation
United States 7 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1989(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 1.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 197–205 g/km |
| 1987(FFS) | 1.5 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1984(FFS) | 1.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | – | 31–34 MPG (6.9–7.6 L/100 km) EPA | 162–178 g/km |
| 1984(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1984(FFS,TRBO) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | – | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.