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Summary
The Mitsubishi Galant represents a viable alternative among mid-size sedans. It does everything reasonably well and is enjoyable to drive. Compare prices to the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, and other cars in its class.New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from San Francisco; editor Mitch McCullough contributed to this report.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mitsubishi Galant DE ($18,999); ES ($19,899); LS ($22,499); GTS ($26,499) |
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Engines:
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3.8-liter sohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed Sportronic automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual two-stage front airbags; seat-mounted side-impact airbags; front seatbelt pre-tensioners and front passenger occupant sensors; LATCH universal child seat anchors; traction control; emergency inside trunk release |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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ABS with EBD, traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Normal, Illinois |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mitsubishi Galant LS ($22,499) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning; cruise control; power 8-way adjustable driver seat with lumbar; power exterior mirrors, windows, central locking and remote trunk release; tilt steering wheel; 6-speaker, AM/FM/CD stereo; trunk lamp; trunk access pass-through; and two accessory power outlets |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Sunroof Package, including front map lights, illuminated vanity mirrors ($800); Diamond Package, including 16-inch alloy wheels; 8-speaker, AM/FM/6-disc CD changer; diversity antenna; steering wheel-mounted, redundant audio controls; leather-wrapped steering wheel; and front door reflectors ($1262); Leather Package, including leather-trimmed seats, power driver seat, heated front seats and exterior mirrors ($1185) |
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Destination Charge:
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595 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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26341 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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230 @ 5250 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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250 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed Sportronic automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/27 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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190.6/72.4/57.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.8/61.8 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.7/54.4/42.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.0/52.9/37.0 |
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Cargo volume:
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13.3 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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5.9 |
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Curb weight:
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3583 |
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Tires:
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P215/60R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS and EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.7 |
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| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | My favorite features are the roominess of the interior, the Infinity stereo, the sunroof, and the handling. Only suggestion i would give to improve the dashboard material. | | posted by Mitchell on Oct 13 2006 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This Car is awesome. It has a beautiful exterior, very sporty looking. Fun to drive and a good deal for the money. I am very happy with my purchase. Strongly recommended! | | posted by Orson on Nov 27 2006 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This car is the complete package. It has a great exterior design, roomy and stylish interior, nice 6 speaker CD/AM/FM stereo, drives smoothly, and handles very well. Would recommend it to anyone...!! | | posted by Waren on Dec 01 2007 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Handles extemely well and has good acceleration. Very smooth at high speeds. The stereo is awesome. But It would be nice if the CD player would accept MP3 format also. | | posted by P. Evans on Jan 04 2008 | | |
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