2002 Mitsubishi Diamante ES
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- Photo: 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante VR-X rearview by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 02-03 Mitsubishi Diamante by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante LS rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997-1999 Mitsubishi Diamante rear by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Low94JanMitsuDashboard by Infrogmation, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante ES is a 205-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic transmission w/adaptive shift control. It starts at $26,247 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 205 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 231 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Diamante measures 194.1 inches long on a 107.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,439 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,247 ($47,417 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 205 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 231 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | MPI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic transmission w/adaptive shift control |
| 1st Gear | 2.84 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.49 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.73 |
| Reverse | 2.72 |
| Final Drive | 3.49 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut w/coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link w/coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.91 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.71 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.8 x 0.944 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.0 x 0.393 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6 in (aluminum) |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6 in (aluminum) |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 194.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in |
| Height | 53.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,439 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 4-DR.).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 1, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH OR APRIL 2005. THE NOTIFICATION TO THE NATIVA OWNERS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL OR MAY 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
NHTSA campaign 04V428000
Feb 11, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT CONTAIN A STEP-BY-STEP DESCRIPTION FOR HEADREST ADJUSTMENT WHEN INSTALLING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (CRS) TETHER STRAP.
Consequence: IF THE TETHER STRAP IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED TO THE TETHER ANCHOR, THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT RESTRAINED. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD COULD BE INJURED.
Remedy: A LETTER OUTLINING THE PROBLEM WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS ALONG WITH A STICKER CONTAINING THE CORRECT INSTRUCTIONS AS WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS ON WHERE TO AFFIX THE STICKER IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
NHTSA campaign 04V067000
Apr 7, 2002 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE MAIN UNDER HOOD ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ENGINE CONTROL HARNESS AND THE EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD. AS A RESULT, THE HARNESS COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD, WHICH COULD RESULT IN MELTING OF THE HARNESS INSULATION.
Consequence: THE MELTING OF THE HARNESS INSULATION COULD RESULT IN GROUNDING OF THE CRANK ANGLE SENSOR WIRING, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO RUN ERRATICALLY OR STOP SUDDENLY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HARNESS FOR DAMAGE AND, IF NONE IS EVIDENT, WILL TIE THE HARNESS BACK TO PREVENT THE HARNESS FROM EVER COMING INTO CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD. ANY HARNESS THAT SHOWS EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE WILL BE REPAIRED AS NECESSARY AND THEN TIED BACK TO PREVENT FUTURE DAMAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
NHTSA campaign 02V100001
133 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE
Owner Complaints
133 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi DIAMANTE (5 mention a crash, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 72 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 43 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Hydraulic | 6 |
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 2002 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.