Control of gasoline direct injection (GDI) in the Mitsubishi Carisma 1.8 engine

The paper presents a detailed analysis of the system of gasoline direct injection used by Mitsubishi Company in the model Carisma 1.8 GDI. The tests carried out with the engine included measurement of the engine power, its torque, fuel consumption, and exhaust gas emission. The standard requirements related to the testing method and the emission limits binding in the European Union are specified. The test results are completed and compared to the Manufacturer’s catalogue data. Summary of the paper includes conclusions and remarks from the tests.