1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC-4 (FFS)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC-4 (FFS)

Combined Economy

18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

AWD, FWD

Transmission

Manual, Automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC-4 (FFS)
Displacement	3.0 L
Cylinders	6
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Gears	4 to 6
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 5, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 10, 2026

Data verified: November 10, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1996 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC (FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO)) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
1998 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC-T/C) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (DOHC TURBO (FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder (DOHC-4 (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder?

Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 5, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.