That's right. Under the hood is a DOHC 2.4L engine aka the 4G69 MIVEC, pumping out 300hp and 260lbs of torque to the front wheels. Funny thing is, the new hyundai sonata (base) has the same engine and was the first USDM car to get the revised 4G69. All dodge and hyundai cars will be renamed, as only the mitsu will keep the "4G69" name mark. This is one tuff as nail engine, so long 4G63... the 4G69 is taking over!

More info on the DOHC 4G69 MIVEC
To achieve its high-performance Dodge Caliber SRT4 configuration, the aluminum 2.4-liter World Engine block is specially machined for increased water and oil flow. Unique cast pistons travel within iron cylinder liners, and are cooled by oil squirters and affixed to forged connecting rods for high-revving reliability.

Tri-metal bearings are used for the connecting rods and crankshaft for high-performance durability. A unique oil pump/balance shaft module keeps the reciprocating assembly well-lubricated and running smoothly. An external cooler keeps oil temperatures within a safe range.

The aluminum cylinder head is equipped with unique high-temperature exhaust valves. VVT uses computer mapping to open and close intake and exhaust valves at optimal points for efficient combustion and flow. The camshaft and micro-alloy steel crankshaft, shared with the non-turbocharged 2.4-liter World Engine, are fully capable of high-horsepower loads.

Free-flow induction begins with an all-new air cleaner assembly that draws through an opening in a front crossmember for proximity to cool air. The air is then compressed in a TD04 turbocharger specially configured for the engine’s inlet and outlet packaging requirements, and sent through an intercooler to a 57mm throttle body.

Fuel is provided by a high-flow pump feeding injectors developed specifically for the 2007 Dodge Caliber SRT4. An all-new engine management system designed by Siemens -- the Global Powertrain Engine Controller -- keeps the powerplant running at maximum efficiency and power.

On the exhaust side, spent gas exits through a free-flow system that features two catalytic converters – one immediately downstream from the turbo, and another further along the 3-inch single-pipe exhaust system. Using two catalytic converters in this way provides significantly better “light-off” for decreased emissions. As with the previous-generation Dodge SRT4, the exhaust is tuned for maximum performance while meeting federal noise regulations.

EDIT: The new 300HP 4G69 gets 28mpg on the highway!!!

 

 

Cool about the engine....but WTF!!

WHY WHY WHY are they putting it into something so FUGLY??!!!

 

sweet...now we just have to wait for 1 that is scrapped...pull the parts out and swap....who needs the RPW or RRM turbo, when you can get 1 from this cars....

if the same block

 

Yes, but WILL it fit? Will the mounts be the same? And more importantly, if its coming TC'd then will the configuration they (Dodge) fit our engine bay?

It would be awesome to have the extra tunability of a DOHC though....

 

From a Neon to that. I don't get it.

 

Are you sure it's the mitsubishi 2.4L engine and not the dodge SRT-4's 2.4L engine? There are at least 4 different 2.4L between Mitsu and Dodge. Base neon/stratus/etc 2.4L DOHC engine and the SRT4 version w/ increased oiling journals (that would be the 1000+hp factory block and head combo on the drag circuit) and then our 2.4L 4g69 with its SOHC and the 4G64 w/o Mivec. I'm 99% sure they would change the name if it was really our block w/ a different #of cams just to minimize any confusion. Sorry but I think this is as valid as all the pics of the EVO X. No wait this IS the new EVO X isn't it?

 

I really don't think thats our engine. i read the article and it didn't mention anything about it being our engine. I was to believe that the caliber was to be powered with the same motor in the srt just beefed up.

 

Our block isn't aluminum with iron cylinder liners, either. We have an iron block, and aluminum head.

They may use a similar variable valve technology, but I don't think it's the same engine.

 

It's actually a new engine - innitially designed by Hyundai and Dodge then Mitsubishi came in and tuned the ***t out of it for them. (The long and the short of a really lengthy article). The question is why put a 300 Hp turbo engine in a mini SUV?

 

that is seriously ugly, but i'll take its motor

 

Nearly identical topic, earlier thread.

https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...d.php?t=183476

 

i just wanna know if it's the same engine, if it is, does the parts swap. if it does swap, then i'm def. going turbo. i'd much rather have an srt-4 badge on my ralliart than on a mini suv thing. if anybody can find out this info. let us know!!

 

I suspected it was the neon motor but kericr found the articles proving this engine shares displacement and mivec but probably not another thing! For those not wanting to read the other thread or the articles... The exhaust now comes out the other side of the block, rear vs front of engine compartment. Chance of parts swapping? Virtually none but may be a motor swap candidate in the future if dimensions and orientation can be made compatible (remember that while designed to be turbocharged, the exhaust is now on the opposite side of the block!).

http://media.mitsubishi-motors.com/p...etail1317.html

Now the question is... Does this mean those frickin' Neon SRT-4's are getting mivec to boot?!?!?!? I think Mitsu may have poked the pooch in an uncomfortable way w/ this one. Limited slip better become standard on RA's soon along w/ turbo and awd options on EVERY model ala Scooby. But then again it should make the X that much more insane once the aftermarket gets ahold of it.

 

It looks like a cheap Mazda from the side. IMO