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1992 Mitsubishi Precis Hatch 4AT

The 1992 Mitsubishi Precis Hatch 4AT is a 1.5-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $6,972 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Precis measures 161.4 inches long on a 93.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,380 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$6,972 ($16,150 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.5 L inline-4
Displacement1.5 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Dimensions & Weight
Length161.4 in
Width63.3 in
Height54.5 in
Wheelbase93.8 in
Cargo Volume14 ft³
Curb Weight2,380 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear32.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1992 Mitsubishi Precis 2-DR. Hatchback
Other tested variants (1)
  • 1992 Mitsubishi Precis 4-DR.: overall not rated

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi PRECIS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 20, 1994 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

THE VEHICLES FAILED THE LATERAL MOVING BARRIER IMPACT TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE GAS TANK EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OF SPILLAGE.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE FUEL SPILLAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.

Remedy: MITSUBISHI HAS DEVELOPED AN APPROPRIATE COUNTERMEASURE THAT WILL COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301.

NHTSA campaign 94V080000

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi PRECIS

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi PRECIS. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 15, 1999 · Power Train
“VEHICLE IS MAKING A FLAPPING NOISE UNDERNEATH. IT WAS TAKEN TO TWO TRANSMISSION SPECIALISTS AND ONE GARAGE AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED OR REBUILT. THERE IS MOST LIKELY…”

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 PRECIS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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