Mitsubishi L200 Mk3
The rugged workhorse that bridged the gap between commercial utility and lifestyle pickup.
- Power
- 115 bhp
- Top speed
- 94 mph
About the Mitsubishi L200 Mk3
The third-generation Mitsubishi L200, known as the K60/K70 series, was a pivotal model that helped popularise the 'lifestyle' pickup segment in Europe. By 2002, the 2.5-litre 4D56 turbodiesel engine had been updated to produce 115 PS, offering improved drivability for both work and leisure. It features the 'Easy Select' 4WD system, allowing drivers to switch between 2WD and 4WD on the move, paired with a robust body-on-frame construction. While its leaf-sprung rear axle prioritises payload capacity over ride comfort, the Mk3 L200 remains highly regarded for its mechanical simplicity and off-road durability.
Mitsubishi L200 Mk3 specs
The Mitsubishi L200 Mk3 produces 115 bhp (86 kW) and 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 94 mph (152 km/h).
| Make | Mitsubishi |
|---|---|
| Model | L200 |
| Generation | Mk3 |
| Trim | 2.5 TD |
| Years | 1996–2006 |
| Type | Truck |
| Body style | Pick-up |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.5-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,477 cc (2.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 115 bhp (86 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 94 mph (152 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,795 kg (3,957 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 64 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Mitsubishi L200 Mk3 rarity in CarSpot
The Mitsubishi L200 Mk3 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Mitsubishi L200 Mk3 fun facts
- The Mk3 L200 was the first pickup to truly challenge the UK market's perception of trucks as purely commercial vehicles, leading to the popular 'Warrior' and 'Animal' special editions.
- In many markets, this generation was sold as the Mitsubishi Strada or Triton, and it was even rebadged as the Dodge Ram 50 in North America for earlier iterations.
- The 2.5-litre 4D56 engine used in this model is one of Mitsubishi's longest-running powerplants, having been in production in various forms since the early 1980s.