- Responsive 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine
- Satisfying, short-throw gearshift
- 4WD traction makes for excellent dynamics
- Precise steering
- Weight blunts agility
- Limited interior space, particularly rear seats
- Disappointing interior fit and finish
- Poor visibility
Review: Mitsubishi JF.I 3000GT (1992-94)
Overview
Released in October 1992, the Mitsubishi JF Series I (JF.I) 3000 GT was a two-door performance coupe. Manufactured in Nagoya, Japan, the four-wheel drive 3000 GT was powered by a 3.0-litre twin turbocharged V6 petrol engine that was mated to a five-speed Getrag manual transmission.
6G72 engine
The 3.0-litre 6G72 V6 engine had an independent turbocharger and intercooler on each bank, double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 8.0:1. The engine required premium unleaded petrol.
Dimensions and suspension
The 3000GT was 4560 mm long, 1840 mm wide, 1285 mm tall and had a 2470 mm long wheelbase.
The 3000GT had MacPherson strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension; furthermore, the electronically controlled suspension (ECS) had the ability to vary shock absorbers damping rates according to road conditions and driver behaviour.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3000 GT | 3.0-litre twin turbo petrol V6 | 5sp man. | 210 kW at 6000 rpm | 407 Nm at 3000 rpm |
4WD system
The 3000 GT had a full-time four-wheel drive system which had a double planetary design centre differential with a viscous coupling viscous centre. In normal conditions, the system provided a 45:55 front:rear torque split.
The 3000GT was also fitted with a hydraulic four-wheel steering system which could angle the rear wheels in the same direction as the front wheels at speeds over 50 km/h and a viscous coupling rear differential.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the 3000 GT included a driver’s airbag and ABS.
Features
Standard features for the 3000 GT included 17-inch alloy wheels, a six speaker sound system with graphic equaliser, radio and cassette player, air conditioning, a five-way power adjustable driver’s seat, cruise control, front fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, central locking, power windows and heated mirrors, a tilt adjustable steering wheel and an alarm system.
Review: Mitsubishi JF.II 3000GT (1994-96)
Overview
Released in October 1994, the JF Series II (JF.II) 3000GT introduced improved safety equipment and updated interior. Visually, the JF.II 3000 GT could be identified by its revised front bumper with conventional projector beam headlights and small, round fog lights. Inside, there was a new audio system.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3000 GT | 3.0-litre twin turbo petrol V6 | 5sp man. | 210 kW at 6000 rpm | 407 Nm at 3000 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its JF.I predecessor, safety equipment for the JF.II 3000GT was improved with the addition of a front passenger airbag.
Features
Standard features were substantially the same. However, the electronically controlled suspension (ECS) system was discontinued was discontinued from 1995, and the active aerodynamics were discontinued for 1996.
Production of the 3000GT was discontinued in October 1996.
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