In the history of the famous Mitsubishi company, a car named Galant (translated from French - knightly) first saw the light in the distant 1969. This name was given to one of the modifications of the then Colt model. This car has rightfully become the personification of endurance and reliability.
How it all began
The well-known Mitsubishi Motors company first released its Mitsubishi Galant model in 1969 and continued to release its brainchild until 2012. At first it was a very small car with a classic layout, with a 1.5-liter engine and a dependent leaf spring rear suspension.
Later, a rather dynamic coupe Colt Galant GTO was created on the basis of this model. It should be noted that for that time it was a very high-tech invention, with a two-shaft engine and a limited-slip differential.
Finally, the Colt Galant became the progenitor of a whole family of high-quality and prestigious cars, which subsequently won numerous victories in rally competitions and repeatedly received the deserved Car of the Year prizes for their fairly high consumer qualities.
The first Galant featured an aerodynamic “wedge” shape for additional downforce and a Saturn engine with an overhead camshaft and an aluminum cylinder head. Thus, the 1969 Galant, embodying the best modern developments and technologies of its time, became the ancestor of an entire segment of the automotive market in Japan.
Since then, the car has undergone many changes and significant improvements. For more than two decades, the concern has released nine generations of this model. Each generation of cars has a number of differences, both in appearance and in technical fillings. Galant means "knightly"! The way it is. The car looks like a strong and hardy "iron horse" for a real man - a knight. It has a brutal look and quite impressive technical equipment.
The latest generation of the car
This model is a five-seater four-door sedan. The car's engine power is measured by 158 horsepower. The vehicle accelerates to 100 kilometers in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this model is up to 200 kilometers per hour. It should be noted that, on average, a car consumes up to 7 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers of driving. This is a modern, powerful enough and absolutely reliable car. Its main distinguishing feature is that it has a high cross-country ability on difficult Russian roads.
As far as security is concerned, it is simply top notch. The basic configuration of the model is equipped with eight airbags. Also, the car is equipped with a stability control system and an ABC system. The Euro NCAP crash test gave its rating of five stars, which is the maximum indicator.
Mitsubishi Galant car owners reviews
If you look at the numerous reviews of happy car owners, you can see their positive evaluation criteria. Some simply do not hide their emotions and admit to this car in hot love from the very first sight.
Many owners of this vehicle really like its brutal appearance. Car owners note that their "four-wheeled friend" has an aggressive and somewhat sporty look. It has more masculinity than refined elegance, which attracts many. The car looks like a kind of "impudent" who may not be the most polite on the road in relation to their four-wheeled brothers.
In addition to the brutal appearance, car owners note, first of all, the incredible stability of this car. The car holds the road remarkably, moving as if sticking to it. When cornering, he leads very competently, does not allow himself to roll and deviate from the trajectory.
The owners of this vehicle note the ease in driving it. Mitsubishi is obedient, and the speed in the range of 150 - 180 kilometers per hour is almost imperceptible. The steering wheel turns easily, without any effort.
Many motorists note the spaciousness of the model's interior. And not only behind and in front, but also in width and height. Therefore, tall and rather large drivers and passengers are quite comfortable in this car. The car can be considered a family car. As it is ideal for a large and friendly family, going on long tourist trips or just walks outside the city.
Lovers of maximum comfort liked this model. Such car gourmets say that they liked the modern interior decoration. The materials used by the manufacturer are expensive, elegant and of very high quality. They are extremely soft and pleasant to the touch.
Many car owners speak of this model as reliable and sturdy. For a long time of operation, the car has not undergone any significant breakdowns. Specific examples are given here in relation to an automatic transmission, which over time continues to shift without delay, smoothly, without giving out jolts and sudden jerks.
Also, in their reviews, many drivers noted the high quality suspension. She turned out to be very reliable and soft. For Russian roads and their directions, this is just a godsend. The suspension hides all the imperfections of the road surface, and due to this, each trip in this vehicle brings only pleasure. And, there are a lot of bumps and holes on the roads of Russia. Therefore, this car is simply irreplaceable.
Another important point that was noted by many Mitsubishi car owners. Russia is a country of severe winter weather, so this car was not afraid of the crackling Russian frosts. Galant calmly starts up in cold weather and does not slip on a slippery, icy road, but perfectly brakes. The drivers considered it a huge plus. After all, not every car model can pass just such a fitness test.
Car enthusiasts are model critics
But, there are those who noted the shortcomings in this model. First of all, they note some sluggishness and awkwardness of this vehicle. This is due to the fact that this model has a wide wheelbase and a rather small turning radius. This disadvantage is especially noticeable in a small parking space or in an area with a rather limited space.
Other reviews of disgruntled car owners indicate that the car takes a long time to warm up in frosty weather.
Another drawback is that there is a rather low level of service for this model and a very high cost of auto parts for it. Maybe this is due to the fact that the car rarely breaks down. But in the end, this does not make it any easier for the car owner. Indeed, in the event of a breakdown, you have to overpay for auto parts.
This model is not very common. On Russian roads, you can rarely meet this car. Maybe that's why it's not cheap. And if you try to sell it, then the activity of buyers in the car market will not be high due to the decent cost of the car.
But for some it is a disadvantage, and for some it is one of the advantages of the "iron horse". After all, many people like to catch admiring glances, and the Mitsubishi car collects them with ease and rightfully. Therefore, the high cost of this handsome man will not cool the desire to possess him.
