Mitsubishi car - tuning L200

History Mitsubishi L200 has 5 generations. The first serial production (1978-1986) was presented in the form of a compact pickup truck with two doors. Its dimensions are rather modest: 4690х1650х1560 mm. However, the height could vary within 85 mm depending on the sales markets. The first tuning of the L200 survived in 1982. It is remarkable that he switched to a four-wheel drive. Appearance has undergone minor changes. Mitsubishi L200 original assembly in Russia is not found, these machines were intended for the domestic and American market.

The second generation

In 1986 the company comes to the decision to carry out deep tuning Л200. The results exceeded all expectations. The updated car now, depending on the configuration, had a body with two and four doors. Although the interior turned out to be unattractive, but in the off-road in the Mitsubishi L200 competitors were not. Good load capacity, sturdy construction, long-suspension suspension helped to improve performance. The second generation was produced before 1996.

The third generation

In the third generation of the Mitsubishi L200, tuning surpassed all expectations. The pickup acquired streamlined body lines, a modernized engine, the interior became more comfortable. Machines were produced with 2, 3 and 4 doors. The classification remained the same - a compact pickup truck. The serial production of Mitsubishi L200 III generation lasted 9 years (1996-2005).

The fourth generation

Production of the IV generation began in 2005, but the car appeared on the Russian market only in 2014. Tuning L200 pleased with fresh ideas. The front part of the car has completely changed, it is available in two top versions. The decline in prices led to the manifestation of interest on the part of the domestic buyer. The manufacturer has significantly improved the technical characteristics, thanks to which the pickup will pass through the most difficult sections of the road. The fourth generation was removed from production in 2014.

Fifth generation

In 2015, the company introduced a new generation of Mitsubishi L200. Here they took care not only of technical characteristics, but also of the comfort of passengers. Almost everything changed, but it was decided to leave a few elements characteristic of the Japanese. They can be called a business card of the car.

Although the body of the pickup truck in Russia is not in demand, but this does not apply to the Mitsubishi L200. By the number sold, it outperforms some models of cars. Today Mitsubishi is topical and fresh. Conducted tuning Л200 has gone on advantage both in the aesthetic sense, and technical.

External changes

The lines of the side of the cabin remained unchanged, because this design allows you to get the most amount of interior space in the cabin. Still provides an angle of inclination of the back seat back in 25 ⁰ . The rear window now has no way to open. But the space for additional useful cargoes was released. The tools there can fit freely.

Immediately striking an enlarged rear profile of the body. The cargo platform has become larger by several centimeters in width and even in length. The opening tailgate can withstand a weight of not more than 200 kilograms.

Conversion of salon

The interior has acquired modern features, and the look has become more beautiful. The previous version of the design was much simpler. Although the plastic is neat and well fitted, but the materials are inexpensive. The handlebars are multifunctional. The instrument panel is ergonomic, there is a multimedia system, a 7-inch monitor, climate control, heating and much more. The only drawback that can be seen is the hard plastic on the torpedo.

Despite the innovations, the salon did not get rid of simple utilitarianism. Rear seats for a tall person will be uncomfortable for a long trip. Mid-range passengers can fit in the number of three people in the second row. This is facilitated by the absence in the middle of the tunnel.

Useful options

Climate control passed into this model with Outlander. And the radio now has a touch screen. But finishing it in a pickup truck with varnished panels can not be considered practical. There is a high likelihood of scratching. The base has a USB connector. Around the gearbox lever is also a varnished panel. It looks beautiful, but impractical. The transmission is now controlled by a selector, which is rotated by hand. There was a sense of greater adaptability to the control system of the checkpoint.

There is a spacious glove compartment. Instruments remained with mechanical arrows on a monochrome screen. The steering wheel can now be adjusted in height and depth. For high people landing will be much more comfortable.

Specifications

The frame and springs are the same, which can be said about the shallow work on modernization. The engines changed for the better. Now the new diesel unit is 2.4 liters. A block of aluminum is a plastic valve cover. Forcing for the buyer prepared for 154 and 181 liters. from. A box for six gears, there is a mechanic and a submachine gun.

Who do not like the proposed characteristics, you can do the chip-tuning yourself L200. This will allow to equip the unit with a turbine with variable phases for gas distribution. As a result, the power and other parameters of the car will increase.

The trip to the Mitsubishi L200 remained familiar and tough. But on the rear springs the mount has changed. The main purpose of the model - a trip on the primer and off-road. Therefore, the softness of the stroke is not needed. To less "shaking", it is necessary to add speed, this will compensate for depressions. If you load about 200 kg of cargo, you get a noticeable smooth ride.

It is possible to use on the off-road interaxle differential lock and rear inter-wheel, as well as electronics, responsible for the front axle. The off-road capability for dirt increases if there is a load behind the back, balancing the weight of the front engine.

In the maximum configuration, you can get 181 liters. from. The dynamics are not high, but for this pickup the high speed is unsafe. For trips outside the city the car will be irreplaceable. The fuel consumption will reach 7.5 liters. A large margin of safety allows you to constantly use the model in rural areas. The price has slightly increased. And the base now stands at 1,350,000 rubles, the top option is about 2 million rubles.

Mitsubishi L200: tuning by own hands

If you do the tuning yourself, then you can buy various covers, deflectors, thresholds, moldings, etc. Install the LED backlight, change the headlights to xenon. This solution will help to stand out from the general flow of cars on the road.

Of course, the most common parts of tuning are the radiator grille and bumper. The latter can be modified with the help of various overlays. The radiator grille is acquired in principle a new one. The salon in the tuned car changes to the taste of the owner: the replacement of armchairs, the modernization of the instrument panel,