Third Generation (1986)
| Also called | Mitsubishi L300 Mitsubishi Express (Australia) Mitsubishi Starwagon (Australia) Mitsubishi Versa Van Mitsubishi Van/Wagon (US) Dodge 1000 (Mexico) Hyundai Grace Hyundai H-100 |
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| Production | 1986–present |
| Assembly | Japan: Nagoya Indonesia: Jakarta (Indobuana Autoraya) Philippines: Cainta, Rizal South Korea: Ulsan Taiwan (CMC) Venezuela: Caracas |
| Body style | 2-door pickup 4-door van |
| Layout | Mid engine, rear-/four-wheel drive |
| Platform | P01V–P35W |
| Engine | 1,439 cc 4G33 I4 (gasoline) 1,597 cc 4G32 I4 (gasoline) 1,795 cc 4G62 I4 (gasoline) 1,997 cc 4G63 I4 (gasoline) 2,351 cc 4G64 I4 (gasoline) 2,476 cc 4D56 I4 (diesel) 2,476 cc 4D56 I4 (t/c diesel) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,235–2,435 mm (88.0–95.9 in) |
| Length | 4,380–4,780 mm (172.4–188.2 in) |
| Width | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
| Height | 1,840–1,955 mm (72.4–77.0 in) |
In June 1986 the Delica underwent its third full model change. More aerodynamic than previous versions, its monocoque body and extensive safety features proved very popular in Japan's fast-growing recreational vehicle market segment. The more rounded design was referred to as "soft cube" styling by Mitsubishi. Passenger versions continued to be sold as Delica Star Wagons, which became just plain "Starwagon" in Australia. The commercial version is called the "Express" in Australia. Two wheelbases have been offered. In 1990, the Australian market received the naturally aspirated diesel engine as an option; this was the first Delica so equipped in that market.
Although the subsequent L400 Delica and Delica Space Gear were introduced in 1994, the L300 Delica (van versions only) still remained in production in 2007 for export markets. In Japan the commercial Delica range was replaced by a badge-engineered Mazda Bongo under an OEM deal which began in November 1999. However, as of 2011, the commercial version of the third generation Delica remains on sale in Australia where it retains the "Mitsubishi Express" badge.
A large range of engines were available, from a 1.4-liter up to a 2.4-liter petrol, and also a 2.5-liter diesel and turbodiesel. Rear- or four-wheel drive, several bodystyles and two different wheelbases made for a particularly extensive line-up. The four-wheel drive chassis was based on that of the contemporary Mitsubishi Pajero, although parts are seldom interchangeable. Late general export market versions received a carburetted 16-valve version of the 2.0-liter 4G63 four-cylinder, with 116 hp (87 kW) at 6,000 rpm.
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