Technical characteristics of Mitsubishi EC Sport 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, hatchback 5 dv., 1 generation EK Sport. Mitsubishi EK Sport 2002 cars are described in detail: all technical specifications, complete equipment of the cabin, the colors in which the car was painted, photographs of appearance and salon. There is an opportunity to compare different cars among themselves.
Mitsubishi Ek Sport 2002, hatchback 5 dv., 1 generation (09.2002 – 09.2006) – Technical characteristics and configuration
The shape of this model in the main features was inherited from the base, however, some details in the design of the front and back of the body are different. The change in the face is especially noticeable. A strong hood and a bumper with huge air intakes create a feeling of a large, powerful machine. In addition, the magnificent and impressive appearance is also emphasized by the grille of the radiator, the skeleton of which creates an air intake for cooling the intercooler, as well as four round eyes of the headlights. The interior looks more advantageous. In the middle of the panel, analog-digital devices are combined; The leather steering wheel on three knitting needles, the recaro sports seats, bright colors create a sports image. In addition to turbo leaders, R and RS offered simpler performance Z and X with atmospheric motors. Special performances included the Sound Beat Edition series for music lovers more funching and louder, Hanshin Tigers Edition in honor of the Japanese baseball team – there are discharge headlights, a special speedometer, also a high -quality built -in sound with the MD/CD 2DIN system. The inexpensive publication Recaro Edition includes sports seats.
Mitsubishi Ek Sport can be installed one of two engines. In the simplest versions-an atmospheric 3-cylinder 12-valve SOHC engine from the EK-Wagon, which develops the maximum power of 50 horsepower (6500 rpm) and the maximum torque of 62 nm (4000 rpm). Powerful modifications are equipped with a turbocharged engine, which at the same volume of 657 cubic meters gives 64 hp. (6000 rpm) and 93 nm (3500 rpm), endowing the car with more serious dynamics. The transmission is an automatic 4-speed. The car was produced in the front or all-wheel drive (4WD Fulltime) version. The gasoline consumption is 5.2-6.6 liters per 100 km of path, the size of the fuel tank corresponds to the needs of this car-30 liters.
When developing the construction of the chassis, engineers cost simple solutions – in front are an independent suspension with MacPherson's racks, and behind the long -dependent levers. Due to the low center of gravity, the car behaves perfectly on the road, which is confirmed by tests conducted in the United States. The steering is a rack type with an amplifier. The design of the brake system is also without surprises – disk mechanisms on the front axle and drum behind. The wheelbase of this micro-universal has a size of 2340 mm, and the radius of the turn is only 4.4 meters. The dimensions of the salon are similar to the basic model: 1830 x 1220 x 1280 mm (d x w x c).The trunk of the Mitsubishi eK Sport is also no different from the eK Wagon, it is small in size – this is understandable, given that the car is only 3.4 m long. In order to carry more things, you can fold back the rear seats – they fold in relation to 50:50 (four-seater car), but not on a flat floor, but with a small step.
Mitsubishi eK Sport safety systems as standard include two front airbags (for driver and passenger), three-point seat belts (front with pretensioners and limiters), side protection in the doors. An anti-lock braking system with brake assistant and a brake force distribution system were optionally offered. On turbo models, an ABS package was included as standard equipment.
Tall compact minivans have become a new trend in the light small car market. We can say that the eK Wagon and the eK Sport created on its basis were the offspring of this trend. Pluses of the car: ease of management, profitability, it is convenient for shopping, easy to maintain, good ground clearance. Disadvantages – tightness at the rear, poor sound insulation, stiff short-stroke suspension, weak atmospheric engine. In addition to the eK Sport, the company also offered the eK Active model, which had an off-road style. The station wagon line also included eK Classy models in classic design.