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Used Mitsubishi L200 IV: the buying guide

SUV · 2006–2015 · Diesel

✓ 16 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
4.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€509/month
Indicative prices
€9,000 – €18,500

3 known faults

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Mitsubishi L200 IV, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Good choice, check first

Diesel (2.5 DI-D) 4x4 pick-up rated 4 stars in Euro NCAP's 2008 tests for adult protection. Used-car guides cite few faults, but they flag particulate filter clogging, the turbo and fatigue of the leaf springs: check the service history and how the vehicle has been used (site work, towing, short trips).

Reliability
4.0/5
Indicative prices
€9,000 – €18,500
Monthly cost
€509
Euro NCAP
4/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: 2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle.

  • 2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle

    ✓ Recommended

    Diesel · Manual · 136 hp · 8.6 L/100 km · 228 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 3

    2.5 4-cylinder with 2,477 cm3, selectable 4x4; towing capacity claimed at 2,800 kg.

  • 2.5 DI-D 178 ch manuelle

    Diesel · Manual · 178 hp · Crit'Air 3

    Same 2.5 DI-D engine uprated to 178 hp (2006-2014 production according to technical databases).

  • 2.5 DI-D 178 ch automatique

    Diesel · Automatic · 178 hp · Crit'Air 3

    2.5 HP DI-D with 178 hp and automatic gearbox, offered after the 2010 facelift.

Market prices

€9,000 – €18,500

Indicative range: 2008 to 2014, yearly medians of 10 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Clogged particulate filter

Severity 2/3 · Costly

DPF clogging is cited as a recurring point of vigilance on the 136 hp 2.5 DI-D (CarVerif). A guide notes that the filter clogs mainly on low-mileage vehicles or those used on short trips, with the 136 and 178 hp versions particularly concerned (AutoPartsPro).

Versions
2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch automatique
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Turbocharger and boost pressure control

Severity 2/3 · Costly

CarVerif lists the turbocharger among the points of vigilance on the 136 hp 2.5 DI-D. AutoPartsPro reports a turbo actuator that can fail (irregular boost pressure, engine warning lights) and an intake fouling that reduces power.

Versions
2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch automatique
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Cracked rear leaf springs

Severity 1/3 · Annoying

The rear leaf springs can crack or break, especially under heavy loads or when towing; a rattle from the rear is the sign (Vanguide, Honest John). Replacement in pairs is recommended.

Versions
2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch manuelle, 2.5 DI-D 178 ch automatique
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Mitsubishi L200”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€232
Insurance€66
Maintenance€26
Depreciation€185
Total per month€509

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (diesel)€232

2.5 DI-D 136 ch manuelle version: combined consumption of 8.6 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.347 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

8.6 × 1.15 × 2.347 € × 10 = €232

Diesel price: French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€66

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€26

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€185

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Ask for the particulate filter history (regenerations, replacements) and the vehicle’s use (short trips or site work).
  • Read the fault codes and check that boost pressure holds during a test drive under load.
  • Check the leaf springs and their bushes: rattle from the rear, vehicle sitting low at one corner.
  • Inspect the chassis (side members, spring mountings) for corrosion, ideally on a lift.
  • Check the 4x4 engagement and the complete service history, including the timing belt.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Has the vehicle been used for site work, towing or short trips?
  • Has the particulate filter or the turbo been replaced? Do you have the invoices?
  • Have the rear springs already been changed?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

Alternatives

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Mitsubishi Outlander

III · 2012–2021

Good choice, check first
Price
€9,300 – €18,000
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid

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Land Rover Defender

I · 1990–2016

Extra caution
Price
€27,500 – €55,000
Reliability
2/5
Fuel types
Diesel

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Mitsubishi L200 IV (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

What Euro NCAP rating does the Mitsubishi L200 IV have?

Four stars for adult protection in Euro NCAP’s first pick-up tests in 2008, the best in the group; child protection (3 stars) and pedestrian protection (1 star) are clearly lower according to Motonews.

Is the L200 IV reliable?

Vanguide indicates that the reported problems are relatively few compared with rivals. The points to watch are the particulate filter, the turbo and the rear leaf springs.

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