Popular Mitsubishi Engine Codes & Average Prices
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In-Depth Guide — Buying a Mitsubishi Engine
REPLACEMENT OPTIONS — USED VS RECONDITIONED VS REMANUFACTURED
Mitsubishi's current catalog is value-led — mostly modest-displacement fours with one exotic diesel outlier — and the replacement decision is budget-first. Used (9mo/6k) covers everything mainstream: Mirage 3A92 (your fitment-checked price — the cheapest engine in the entire catalog), Outlander Sport/RVR 4B11 (your fitment-checked price), Outlander PR25DD (your fitment-checked price), Outlander PHEV 4B12 (your fitment-checked price), and Eclipse Cross 4B40 (your fitment-checked price). Donor depth rides on fleet and rental volume (Outlander carries 17+ DB listings), and the screens are simple: compression, oil pressure, cooling history. Reconditioned (16mo/12k) is the tier for Outlander family keepers and high-mileage Eclipse Cross owners — fresh rings and surfaces at value-brand prices. Remanufactured (36mo/36k) earns its place on exactly one unit: the Pajero Sport 4N15 diesel (your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price) — a rare import-market diesel where installed totals crossing your fitment-checked price make the longest ladder and 2-installment financing (if you qualify, on your fitment-checked price+ bills) worth asking about. Decision path: Mirage/Outlander daily driver → used; family keeper → reconditioned; Pajero Sport diesel → remanufactured or used-with-documentation.
POPULAR MITSUBISHI ENGINE CODES & PRICES (real catalog data)
- 3A92 1.2L I3 (Mirage, Mirage G4, Mirage SE) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The catalog-wide floor price; three cylinders, commuter duty, consumable-level screens.
- 4B11 2.0L I4 (Outlander Sport, RVR) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The legacy two-liter; simple, port-injected, easy swaps.
- PR25DD 2.5L I4 (Outlander, Outlander Ralliart, Outlander SEL) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The Nissan-shared four (same code as the Altima) — a genuine cross-brand supply advantage documented on our Nissan page.
- 4B12 2.4L Hybrid I4 (Outlander PHEV, PHEV GT) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The PHEV pair — e-pairing gate (inverter/transaxle vs VIN) before dispatch.
- 4B40 1.5L Turbo I4 (Eclipse Cross, SE, SEL) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The small turbo; carbon and oil-feed checks apply.
- 4N15 2.4L Turbo I4 Diesel (Pajero Sport) — your fitment-checked price vs your fitment-checked price. The catalog's Mitsubishi ceiling — an import-market MIVEC diesel; fuel-system and injection documentation standard, installed totals crossing your fitment-checked price on some builds.
MITSUBISHI ENGINE TYPES EXPLAINED
Five architectures, mostly proven-era hardware. The 3A92 1.2 triple is the Mirage's economy unit — port-injected, chain-driven, the least that can power a modern car. The 4B11 2.0 is the older four — the architecture family that once hosted the Evo's 4B11T turbo; today's 4B11 is the naturally aspirated crossover version. The PR25DD 2.5 is shared with Nissan (the Altima's engine) — the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance made the Outlander a genuine cross-brand components case. The 4B12 PHEV pairs the legacy 2.4 with Mitsubishi's plug-in e-system. The 4B40 1.5 turbo is the Eclipse Cross's small DI turbo. The 4N15 2.4 diesel is the outlier — MIVEC diesel with low compression (14.9:1 for a diesel is unusually low), found in the import-market Pajero Sport. No V6, no V8, no boxer in the current catalog — the 6B31 V6 and 4G63T Evo engines are history here; listings offering them belong to collector territory, not this catalog's pricing.
MITSUBISHI ENGINE REPLACEMENT COST IN THE USA
components: your fitment-checked price to your fitment-checked price every row your fitment-checked price under market — the widest relative spread (value trims to import diesel) in the catalog.
Labor (typical install, estimate — confirm with sales desk): Mirage (subcompact, transverse): your fitment-checked price · Outlander/Eclipse Cross (compact crossover): your fitment-checked price · Outlander PHEV (interlock procedure): your fitment-checked price · Pajero Sport (body-on-frame diesel): your fitment-checked price.
Worked examples: Mirage 3A92 ≈ your fitment-checked price installed — the cheapest full swap we offer. Outlander PR25DD ≈ your fitment-checked price. Eclipse Cross 4B40 ≈ your fitment-checked price. Pajero Sport 4N15 ≈ your fitment-checked price — the one Mitsubishi tier where 2-installment financing (if you qualify, your fitment-checked price+ bills) applies. Freight: FREE, insured, 12–16 working days, USA and Canada.
MITSUBISHI FAMILY-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS & SYMPTOMS
3A92 1.2 triple: the simplest profile — CVT-adjacent complaints outnumber engine complaints; engine-side screens are compression (three cylinders, fast), coil packs, and thermostat aging. Accident history outweighs mechanical history.
4B11 2.0: the legacy four — carbon is minimal (port injection); failures cluster in cooling neglect and accessory hardware. Compression and oil pressure carry the gate.
PR25DD 2.5: the Nissan-shared four — the same Altima screening applies (fuel-pump campaign build dates, cooling hardware); donor supply draws from both brands' pools.
4B40 1.5T: small-turbo profile — DI carbon by ~70k (idle stumble, part-throttle hesitation), turbo oil-feed coking on short trips (blue smoke on start that fades).
4B12 PHEV: engine side is the proven 2.4; the pairing gate is the plug-in e-system — inverter/transaxle verification against VIN, high-voltage interlock in labor.
4N15 2.4 diesel: the diesel discipline — injection hardware condition, fuel-filter history, turbo shaft play, and glow-plug status; documentation is the entire value on this rare code.
BUYING GUIDE — ORDERING YOUR MITSUBISHI ENGINE
Step 1: VIN at /get-price/ — Mitsubishi nameplates span eras (Outlander spans 4B11, PR25DD, and PHEV pairings), so VIN verification pins the code — and on the Pajero Sport, confirms the diesel's import-market provenance. Step 2: live tier comparison — Mirage/Outlander depth is deep; Pajero Sport supply is genuinely rare, confirm before committing to a diesel build. Step 3: tier warranty applies automatically (9mo/6k · 16mo/12k · 36mo/36k, whichever first). Step 4: single-payment Authorize.net checkout (card or ACH/eCheck) or phone at +1 (662) 452-4928 — financing (2 installments, if you qualify) only on the Pajero Sport's your fitment-checked price+ installed tier. FREE insured freight from, 12–16 working days, USA and Canada — Canadians pay USD, duties via your broker.
Mitsubishi — Live Market Listings (reference)
Used-condition market reference listings — your direct price and per-listing savings come from the curated catalog above.
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Mitsubishi replacement engines — what you need to know first
Replacement engines for the Mitsubishi are matched by engine code from your VIN, not by model year alone. We supply used (9-month warranty), reconditioned (16-month) and remanufactured (36-month) options, freighted by liftgate in 12–16 working days, with the warranty starting at delivery. The exact price for your variation is shown on screen after a short fitment check.
- Match by code, not by year — the same Mitsubishi model year can use more than one engine unit.
- Condition sets the warranty — 9, 16 and 36 months for used, reconditioned and remanufactured.
- Odometer band sets the price — 30–60K, 60–90K and 90–120K mile bands.
Which Mitsubishi engine do you actually have?
Start with the VIN. On most US vehicles the 8th character identifies the engine code, and it is the only reliable way to tell two same-displacement variants apart. Confirm your code with the free NHTSA VIN decoder or the code stamped on the engine block, then send it to us so the fitment desk can match the exact unit.
| Fitment check | What we confirm |
|---|---|
| Engine code | Confirmed from your VIN before dispatch |
| Displacement / configuration | Matched to your build specification |
| VIN position to check | 8th character identifies the engine code on most US vehicles |
| What we need from you | VIN (preferred) or year + make + model + engine size |
| Fuel and drivetrain | Confirmed at the fitment stage — 2WD/4WD/AWD changes the unit that fits |
| Interchange check | We confirm the exact unit against your engine code, not just the model year |
Used, reconditioned or remanufactured for a Mitsubishi — what is the difference?
All three are legitimate routes; the difference is how much of the engine has been renewed and how long the warranty runs. Match the condition to how long you intend to keep the vehicle, then check discount eligibility by phone (the extra discount is applied on the call, not on the screen).
| Condition | What it is | Warranty | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Used (tested) | Original used engine from a donor vehicle, odometer band stated on the quote | 9 months / 6,000 miles | Budget repairs where the vehicle still has years left |
| Reconditioned | Stripped and rebuilt with new wear components to a documented specification | 16 months / 12,000 miles | Balancing cost against longer service life |
| Remanufactured | Rebuilt to manufacturer-level tolerances with the full wear set replaced | 36 months / 36,000 miles | Long-term keepers, work trucks and fleet vehicles |
Related supply pages: used engines · reconditioned engines · remanufactured engines · transmissions.
Should you repair or replace a Mitsubishi engine?
Diagnose before you commit. Compression and leak-down results, oil pressure, oil consumption and overheating history tell you whether the fault is internal or an external component — sensors, cooling or fuel delivery faults do not need an engine at all. Where machining and parts approach the cost of a tested replacement, swapping the unit is usually the better use of the money, particularly on high-mileage engines.
- Repair makes sense when the fault is external, the block is healthy and the vehicle is low-mileage.
- Replacement makes sense when compression is down on multiple cylinders, oil consumption is heavy, or the engine has overheated or seized.
- Decide with numbers — repair estimate versus delivered engine price, plus how many more years you expect from the vehicle.
How we verify Mitsubishi engine fitment and condition
Our fitment desk confirms the engine code against your VIN before dispatch, documents the inspection of the unit, and states the warranty term in writing on your quote. We publish prices per condition and odometer band and release your exact figure on screen after the fitment check.
What we do not claim: we do not publish manufacturer power or torque figures as our own data, we do not guarantee stock until the unit is confirmed, and we do not present prices as final before the fitment check. Where a specification needs an official figure, we point you to the manufacturer or NHTSA resources so you can verify it independently.
Verify independently: NHTSA VIN decoder · NHTSA safety recalls · EPA fuel economy data · Mitsubishi official site.
Mitsubishi — FAQ (10 questions)
What engines fits a Mitsubishi?
Fitment is confirmed by engine code, not by model year alone. Send your VIN and we match the exact unit before anything ships.
How much does a Mitsubishi engine replacement cost?
Your price depends on condition (used, reconditioned or remanufactured) and the odometer band of the unit. We release the exact figure on screen after a short fitment check — and you can call to check whether you qualify for additional discount.
Used vs reconditioned vs remanufactured — which should I choose for a Mitsubishi?
Used is the lowest-cost route with a 9-month warranty. Reconditioned is rebuilt with new wear components and carries 16 months. Remanufactured is rebuilt to manufacturer-level tolerances with the full wear set replaced and carries 36 months. Choose by how long you intend to keep the vehicle.
Will a Mitsubishi engine from another vehicle fit mine?
Only if the engine code, fuel system, ancillaries and drivetrain match your build. The same displacement can appear in several configurations, so we verify the code rather than assuming compatibility from the model name.
How do I find my engine code?
On most US vehicles the 8th character of the 17-digit VIN identifies the engine code. You can confirm it with the free NHTSA VIN decoder, and the code is also stamped on the engine itself.
How long does delivery take?
Freight is palletized, tracked and liftgate-capable, typically 12–16 working days. Commercial dock delivery and residential liftgate delivery are both supported and quoted up front.
What does the warranty cover?
Parts are covered for the stated term nationwide. Labor coverage applies only where it is written on your quote — most used-engine warranties are parts-only, while remanufactured tiers can include labor. Your written quote is the controlling document.
What happens if the unit arrives damaged or defective?
Report it with photos within 48 hours of delivery and we decide in-house — replacement or refund path depending on stock. Freight damage is documented with the driver at the door.
How does the core return work?
Where your quote includes core return, pickup of your old engine is prepaid and arranged within 30 days: same block, complete and drained, back on the same pallet.
Do you supply Mitsubishi engines for both automatic and manual vehicles?
Yes. Engine supply is independent of transmission type, and we also supply used, reconditioned and remanufactured transmissions. Tell us the drivetrain at the fitment stage so the ancillaries match.
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Frequently asked questions about Mitsubishi Engine Price & Transmission Price
What does delivery cost?
Freight is free and insured on every order, USA-wide, with lift-gate coordination available.
How long does delivery take?
Most orders ship in 12-16 working days.
What warranty do I get?
Warranty is 9/16/36 months by tier: 9 months or 6,000 miles on used, 16 months or 12,000 miles on reconditioned, and 36 months or 36,000 miles on remanufactured units.
Can I finance a replacement?
Financing is available on an order total of $5,000 or more, split into 2 installments, if you qualify.
Is a tested used engine better than a junkyard core?
The primary reason buyers choose a tested used engine over a junkyard core is verified condition: our units are compression-tested and warranty-backed.
| Option | Cost | Warranty | Testing | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tested OEM used (A2Z) | Below dealer | 9 months / 6,000 mi | Compression + run test | Good, verified |
| Remanufactured (A2Z) | Middle | 36 months / 36,000 mi | Built to specification | Highest |
| Junkyard core | Lowest | Often none | Rarely tested | Variable |
How do I confirm the engine fits my vehicle?
Match the engine code on the block to your VIN range — the code, not the model name, decides whether the unit physically fits.
| Engine variant | Year range | Compatible models | VIN check | Typical pairing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L I4 | 2010-2017 | Mid-size sedans and SUVs | VIN position 8 | 6-speed automatic |
| 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2013-2020 | Compact and mid-size platforms | VIN position 8 | 8-speed automatic |
| 3.5L V6 | 2011-2017 | Large sedans and minivans | VIN position 8 | 6-speed automatic |
| 5.0L V8 | 2011-2017 | Full-size trucks | VIN position 8 | 6/10-speed automatic |
How does ordering work?
Ordering takes four steps: enter your vehicle, confirm your details, compare your nine prices, and we verify fitment before dispatch.
- Enter your vehicle: make, model and condition preference.
- Confirm your contact details and review the summary.
- Compare nine price options across three warranty tiers.
- A fitment specialist confirms the engine code, then the unit ships free and insured.
What do the engine terms mean?
A used engine is a tested original unit that has not been rebuilt.
A OEM engine is the original-equipment unit built by the manufacturer for that platform. A long block is a complete assembly (block, head, internal components) shipped without bolt-on accessories. A reconditioned engine has its worn service parts replaced and is re-tested, and a remanufactured engine is stripped to the block and rebuilt to specification. A VIN is the 17-character vehicle identifier used to confirm the exact engine code that fits your vehicle.