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2002 Mitsubishi Nativa

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2002 Mitsubishi Nativa is listed in the US market as a suv 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC)
Combined Economy
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, AWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC)
Displacement2.4 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
City15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

Trims and configurations

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

  • 04V428000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

    Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE…

    Reported September 1, 2004. View on NHTSA

Data sources

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2002 Mitsubishi Nativa have?

Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (SOHC), 3.0L 6-cylinder (SOHC). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Mitsubishi Nativa?

Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Nativa front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2002 Mitsubishi Nativa?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.