Karisma auto. Mitsubishi Carisma - model description. Technical characteristics of Mitsubishi Karizma

The history of the creation of the Mitsubishi Carisma car begins at the NedCar plant.

NedCar Factory

At the beginning of August 1991, due to financial difficulties threatening the closure of the DAF plant (Born), the Dutch government, together with Mitsubishi and Volvo, organized a joint venture based on this plant.

In 1996, the companies began production of jointly developed Mitsubishi Carisma and Volvo S40/V40 cars, assembled on the same platform. Karizma became the first Mitsubishi model assembled in Europe.

In 1999, the Dutch government sold its shares in the joint venture to Volvo and Mitsubishi, and later in March 2001, Volvo sold its shares to Mitsubishi. This is how the Mitsubishi Motors plant - NedCar (officially Netherlands Car BV) began its history. The last Volvo cars were produced at this plant in 2004. Since then, the plant has produced exclusively Mitsubishi cars, only 5% of Mitsubishi's global production.

Due to the debt crisis of 2008, the production of Mitsubishi cars in Europe became questionable.

As a result, in early February 2012, Mitsubishi Motors announced that it would completely stop production of its cars in the Netherlands by the end of 2012. The Dutch government and VDL came to the aid of the plant. They bought the enterprise from the Japanese.

Since July 2014, the VDL NedCar plant has been assembling some MINI models from the BMW Group.

About the Mitsubishi Carisma model

The purpose of creating a joint venture with Volvo and the Dutch was to produce a D-class car for the European market, sold under the Volvo and Mitsubishi brands. For joint p More than two billion dollars were spent on the project. The design of the car was developed by the German branch of the Japanese company. The official presentation of the car took place on January 31, 1995 at the Amsterdam Motor Show. The model was called Carisma, a combination of the English word car (car) and the Greek kharisma (divine gift). At first, only the hatchback version was produced, but four months later the sedan version of the Carisma was released.

The cars were equipped with both mechanical and automatic transmissions. Gasoline engines with a volume of 1.3 to 1.8 liters were installed, as well as two modifications of diesel engines with a volume of 1.9 liters. The 1.8 MPI (portable injection) petrol engines were later replaced by the new, more technologically advanced 1.8 GDI (direct injection).

According to some sources, the car has more than three thousand modifications (sets of option codes, configuration options).

First restyle of Mitsubishi Carisma 1999

The car received its first serious modernization in April 1999; the optics, bumpers, hood, radiator grille and interior changed.

The glass headlights were replaced with plastic ones with a silver edging, and in addition they became one with the direction indicators. The plastic of the turn signals changed color from yellow to white, and the lights themselves changed slightly. The hood received a “beak”, the grille was divided into two parts, each of them had a chrome trim and the shape of the air intake openings was changed. The shape of the bumpers was changed to sharper ones, adding black plastic trims. The trunk lid and the fifth door received a characteristic stamping, reminiscent of a wing Rear visibility on the hatchback has improved significantly. Due to all the external changes, the car acquired a more attractive and aggressive appearance.

Inside, you immediately notice the redesigned dashboard and center console. The restyled version of Karisma received a new multifunctional LCD display to replace the previous watch. It displays information about the outside temperature, the operation of the ventilation system, fuel consumption data and various information from the on-board computer and radio.

Second restyling of Mitsubishi Carisma 2001

The car received a second, almost cosmetic modification in 2001. The chrome trim was removed from the radiator grilles, and the corporate logo changed color from red to silver. The front emblem on the hood beak has become larger. The rear drum brakes were replaced with disc brakes. The headlight surrounds changed color from silver to black.

In 2002, Europe The European Committee for independent crash tests Euro NCAP conducted an assessment of active and passive safety, where the car scored three stars.

In 2004, Mitsubishi discontinued production of the Mitsubishi Carisma model. Over 9 years, about 350,000 cars were assembled.

In the TUV (Union of German Supervision) rating of 2010, the car ranks above average in the general list of car reliability: for 10 - 11 year old cars - 28th place out of 71 (22.2% failures), for ages 4 - 7 years - 52nd place out of 118 ( 8.9% failure rate). Karizma, unfortunately, no longer participates in the TUV ranking of 2011.

Mitsubishi Carisma- a middle-class car with front-wheel drive. Got there in 1995. There are 2 versions of the car: a five-door hatchback and a four-door sedan. The model has a discreet but pleasant design of a solid level. The interior inside the cabin is made of high-quality materials, which are mounted with smooth shapes.

For a car of this class, the interior is considered very spacious. The driver's seat is the most comfortable - he can adjust it in height, length, change the angle of the backrest and cushion.

All wheels have identical brakes equipped with ABS. The machine is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters, the power of which is 90 hp.

History of Mitsubishi Carisma

Officially sales Mitsubishi Karizma started in 1999. The model was developed together with Volvo and assembled in the Netherlands. A total of 350,000 vehicles were produced.

Mitsubishi Carisma was offered on the market in sedan and hatchback body styles. The car was equipped with engines ranging from 1.3 to 1.8 liters. For diesel fuel, a 1.9 liter power unit was provided.

Despite its specific name, Karizma never had a special design and was not particularly different from other cars. In 1995, the model was included in the consumer anti-rating and took 3rd place in it. The essence of the rating is that the 10 worst cars that have been sold in the UK over the past 25 years have been added to it.

Production ended in 2004.

Characteristics of Mitsubishi Carisma

Pay attention to the characteristics of the Mitsubishi Karisma.

Specifications Mitsubishi Carisma 1.3, sedan

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Specifications Mitsubishi Carisma 1.6, sedan

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Specifications Mitsubishi Carisma 1.8, sedan

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Specifications Mitsubishi Carisma 1.9, sedan

Body

Engine

Cylinder diameter (mm)	80
Number of valves per cylinder	2
Number of cylinders	4
Piston stroke (mm)	93
Maximum torque (Nm)	265
Maximum torque speed, max. (rpm)	1800
Maximum power speed, max. (rpm)	4000
Intake type	Common Rail
Engine Configuration	Row
Boost type	Turbo
Availability of intercooler	Eat
Engine power (hp)	115
Engine capacity (cm 3)	1870
engine's type	Diesel

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Suspension and brakes

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Photo Mitsubishi Carisma

Look photo Mitsubishi Karizma possible below.

Despite the fact that the British classified Karisma as an unsuccessful car, it is in great demand in Russia and the CIS countries.

Video Mitsubishi Carisma

Watch the video about Mitsubishi Karisma. It will help you determine whether this car is worth buying.

The Russian market for new foreign cars may not yet impress with sales figures, but what we definitely already have are our own bestsellers. Here you go - Mitsubishi Carisma. Modest, reliable, inexpensive to maintain. An ideal example of equipment for completing corporate fleets. And for “individuals” with balanced demands, this is an almost win-win option.

Carisma previously competed in price not with its classmates, but with more modestly sized cars in the “B” segment. Now, with the advent of the Eco version, the price threshold has dropped by as much as $1,340, which has allowed Mitsubishi to invade the niche of compact city models like the Volkswagen Polo or Opel Corsa. If you think that this money is selling a car that is dismantled to the point of squalor and equipped under the motto “poverty is not a vice,” you will be disappointed. I’ll say right away that it’s pleasant.

For Carisma Eco received two airbags, air conditioning, front electric windows and an immobilizer. Inside, the car is decorated with a multifunction display, outside - 15-inch wheels and bumpers painted in body color. Anti-lock braking system is not included in the list of standard equipment, and it cannot be ordered for Eco. You'll have to turn to the "superior" Classic package, which already costs $14,990. And further. Carisma Eco comes only with a sedan body, which only emphasizes its “corporate” orientation.

The exterior and interior of the car look decidedly conservative. However, many hits of the domestic market are distinguished by a fair amount of conservatism, be it Nexia or the same Octavia, which is about to turn seven years old. The main thing is impeccable ergonomics: it’s comfortable to sit here, comfortable to look at, comfortable to hold the steering wheel, press the pedals and change gears. The machine captivates with its democratic simplicity and sincere friendliness. It seems that there is nothing special about it, and at the end of the day you leave it reluctantly. The car is attractively modest and cozy. A type of charisma?

The main difference between the Eco and other versions of the model is under the hood. This is a 16-valve 1.3-liter gasoline engine, which has nothing to do with the engine of the same volume from the previous Lancer, since there were three valves per cylinder. From this type you expect a very specific manner of behavior, namely “empty bottoms” and, as a result, problems with starting and some semblance of revival “at the top”. Nothing to do with reality. Everything happens exactly the opposite.

Engine tuning is more torque than power. It is the starts that the car does best, and the optimal selection of transmission gear ratios allows the engine to demonstrate extraordinary elasticity for its displacement - a property that is so valuable for a metropolis. As the speed increases, the engine “sours”: the intensity of acceleration drops, reactions to accelerator movements slow down. It's time to switch. The brake mechanisms are shocking in their efficiency: just press the pedal down and the car stops dead in its tracks. In slippery areas, you need to use your right foot especially carefully to avoid wheel locking. Yes, in this situation, ABS support is especially needed. Naturally, over time you adapt to the nature of the car.

Otherwise, Carisma is a calm car. Moderately sensitive steering wheel with clear feedback, moderately hard (or moderately soft) suspension. A car with average qualities without achievements or miscalculations. You drive and drive, not paying attention to the interior design or the details of the dashboard. Just accelerating, just turning, just knowing the speed and the amount of fuel in the tank - everything happens somehow very naturally, almost by itself. In other words, an absolutely “transparent” interface. An option that will not suit an individualist at all, but is perfect for someone who does not like unnecessary complications. A conformist, if you like.

Mitsubishi Karisma was produced between 1995 and 2004 and was positioned as a large family car. The model was developed for the European market. Buyers could choose from two body styles: a sedan and a five-door hatchback. Despite the name, which suggested that the car had its own, unique “face,” the design of Carisma was absolutely neutral, which was dictated by the conservatism of European buyers. This model was produced in the Dutch city of Born. In total, about 350 thousand copies were released and sold.

The name Charisma is formed by combining two words: the English “car” (that is, “car”) and the Greek “charisma” (translated as “gift of the gods”). This car was developed by the Japanese in collaboration with the Swedish Volvo, which is why Karisma shared the chassis with the first generation of the S40 model. The choice of the Dutch NedCar plant as the sole assembly site for the Carisma was obvious due to the fact that it was then equally owned by Mitsubishi and Volvo.

In the Mitsubishi lineup, the Karisma was positioned between the Lancer and Galant models, with the Lancer replacing the Karisma in the European market after its production was discontinued.

The only facelift in the entire history of the model was carried out in 2001, but this did not radically affect the appearance of the car: the car did not have any “charisma”, the design remained the same “calmly neutral”. During the update, the hood, fenders, false radiator grille, bumpers, headlights and lanterns changed. Along with the appearance, the Japanese changed the color of the Mitsubishi logos from red to white.

Technical features

This car borrowed its turbodiesel engine from Renault, and Carisma received naturally aspirated diesel engines from Renault and Volvo.

Owners note the sensitivity of the 1.8 gasoline engine to fuel quality. For the same reason, it is recommended that owners of diesel Karisms carefully approach the choice of gas stations. Indiscriminate refueling may require the owner to replace not only the injectors, but also.

It requires due attention, which should be changed in a timely manner to avoid breakage. The model is subject to increased wear on the rear crankshaft oil seal. It is recommended to change it at least every 100,000 km. As for the Karisma's transmission, its adaptive four-speed automatic INVECS-II with manual shifting has proven to be more reliable than a five-speed manual.

Thanks to , Carisma is comfortable and well controlled. However, to preserve these qualities of the car, it is recommended to do a complete revision of the chassis (shock absorbers, ball joints, levers and silent blocks) at least once every 80-100 thousand km. Due attention must be paid to... Due to bad roads, they may require replacement every 50-70 thousand km.

Many Mitsubishi Carisma owners praise this model for its powerful stove. According to reviews, in almost any frost it quickly warms up the car interior to the set temperature. The soft plastic in the cabin deserves high praise, as it looks and feels expensive. The model is also appreciated for its spacious trunk and high efficiency.

Safety

In crash tests using the EuroNCAP method, which were carried out in 2001, the car received three “stars” out of five. She could have gotten four, but the driver's seat belts failed. They were unable to restrain the dummy to prevent its head from hitting the steering wheel in a frontal collision. Karizma did not perform well in the pedestrian safety category. This is due to the shape of the front of the car - a low, flat hood.

In the markets of those countries where the Lancer was not officially supplied, its “charged” version of the Evolution was sold under the name Carisma GT.

Karizma was also sold in Japan, but despite the Japanese brand, in Mitsubishi’s homeland this model was considered a foreign car, since it was produced only in Holland.

The Malaysian company Proton used the Karizma platform to develop its Waja sedan.

Competitors

Comparison with classmates is not in favor of the Mitsubishi Carisma. The main competitor of the model is her. It is worth saying that he beats the “Europeanized Japanese” in all respects. The Swedish car has higher corrosion resistance, interior build quality and sound insulation. The “childhood diseases” present in the Volvo model were promptly eliminated by the manufacturer as they appeared. Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat can also be considered Karizma's rivals, but these Europeans have also proven themselves to be more reliable than the Japanese.

Numbers and awards

The total circulation of Karizma was more than 350 thousand cars. Production remained at approximately the same level from 2000 to 2003 (an average of 25 thousand cars rolled off the assembly line per year), and the peak year was 1997 - then 82,255 Mitsubishi Carisma were produced.