1992 Mitsubishi Diamante LS
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The 1992 Mitsubishi Diamante LS is a 202-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,135 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 202 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 199 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Diamante measures 190.2 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,505 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,135 ($58,224 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.2 in |
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,505 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1992 Mitsubishi Diamante LS with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 12, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
NHTSA campaign 96V143002
Jul 25, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
NHTSA campaign 96V143001
42 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE
Owner Complaints
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.