8Th gen VR-4 specs

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8th generation (EC5A/EC5W)

8th generation

Production1996–2002AssemblyNagoya plant, Okazaki, AichiClassMid-size carBody style(s)4-door sedan, wagonLayoutFront engine, 4WDEngine(s)2498 cc DOHC 24v V6, twin-turboTransmission(s)Four-wheel drive, 5-speed semi-auto - 5-speed manual
The final VR-4 was introduced in 1996. The engine capacity was enlarged substantially to 2.5 L, which pushed the power up by 15 percent to the Japanese voluntary limit of 280 PS. The car was now capable of over 150 mph when derestricted, and could accelerate from 0-60 in about six seconds.

The Type-V model could be specified with either the existing 5-speed manual or the optional INVECS-II, which was now an advanced self-learning 5-speed semi-auto based on Porsche's Tiptronic transmission, while the Type-S model offered the optional Active Yaw Control (AYC). This complex rear diff was first seen on the Lancer Evo IV, and used an array of sensors to detect and quell oversteer, giving the ultimate VR-4 great agility for a vehicle of its size and weight.
With the 8th generation of the Galant, Mitsubishi introduced a station wagon Legnum) to replace the old 5-door hatchback, and the VR-4 was now available in both body styles.

North America and Europe were again denied this model, but the burgeoning grey import trade meant that it developed a cult following in several overseas territories, especially the United Kingdom and New Zealand. In 2000 MMC's motorsport partner Ralliart was contracted to type-approve

Technical specifications

Engine Configuration — DOHC 24v V type 6 cylinder
Code — 6A13TT
Bore/stroke, capacity — 81.0 × 80.8 mm, 2498 cc
Compression ratio — 8.5:1
Fuelling — ECI-MULTI, premium unleaded fuel
Peak power — 206 kW (280 PS) @ 5500 rpm
Peak torque — 367 N·m (271 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm
Transmission — 5 speed semi-auto / 5 speed manual
Suspension — Multi-link (front & rear)
Dimensions Length — 4680 mm Width — 1760 mm Height — 1420 mm Wheelbase — 2635 mm Curb weight — 1520 kg Fuel tank — 60 L Wheels/tyres (known in many markets as the Galants and Lancers for UK sales, and 200 VR-4s were officially imported before production finally ceased two years later. — 225/50 R16 91V

Future

Production of the VR-4 was halted in 2002 along with the rest of the Japanese-produced eighth generation, and there has been no indication of a direct replacement.