Mitsubishi Galant Saloon (97-03) - Review

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This final Galant from Mitsubishi was better equipped and and more competitively priced than previously. It's a quirky upper-medium executive choice for those who want luxury, but don't want to pay over the odds for it. It's comfortable, well built and can command menacing on-road presence, although it's unsuitable for busy, larger families. Sadly, the Galant's biggest downfall was that it wore the wrong badge to be considered a true executive choice by the managerial elite, but for families that are on a budget and like something a bit different, it's not a bad choice.
3 out of 5

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£14,940 - £23,850

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£290 - £2,542

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This final Galant from Mitsubishi was better equipped and and more competitively priced than previously. It's a quirky upper-medium executive choice for those who want luxury, but don't want to pay over the odds for it. It's comfortable, well built and can command menacing on-road presence, although it's unsuitable for busy, larger families. Sadly, the Galant's biggest downfall was that it wore the wrong badge to be considered a true executive choice by the managerial elite, but for families that are on a budget and like something a bit different, it's not a bad choice.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    4 out of 5

    "Quick and nimble for its size, the Galant is a responsive performer, though a little lethargic from..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "Generally, the responsive steering is gives the driver enough confidence to take corners on without..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3.5 out of 5

    "The ambience within the Galant is calm and refined, and there is little interior engine noise. The..."

  • Practicality

    3.5 out of 5

    "Although the boot capacity is more than sufficient, the 60/40 asymmetric split-folding rear seats..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "Galant 2.0 GLS and 2.5 V6 front drive saloons: ABS. Electric windows, sunroof (or optional..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3.5 out of 5

    "Some versions of the Galant have a luxurious finish, but it doesn't have the same expensive feel as..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3.5 out of 5

    "Galant went off sale in 2003, so has now done the large chunk of its depreciating. Other costs are..."

  • Green credentials

    0 out of 5

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    3 out of 5

    "There is an upside to the fact that Mitsubishi doesn’t hold the same status as the executive German..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "All Japanese manufacturers are highly regarded for their dependability, and Mitsubishi are no..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "The Galant is a well-built vehicle, so the bodywork should be in pristine condition and major..."

  • Selling

    3.5 out of 5

    "As the Mitsubishi offers a cheaper alternative to the more premium brands, demand is still high from..."

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