- sedan 122,715
- 1,234 below average
- 4,990 great
- West Chicago, IL
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- autoshopper.com
- 1,234 below average sedan 122,715 gasoline silver automatic
2010 mitsubishi galant review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Economical, lots of features, good value. introductionthe mitsubishi galant is a competent midsize sedan with distinctive looks and solid value. It delivers responsive performance, crisp handling and notable fuel efficiency, in a tidy, yet roomy package. Fuel economy for the galant is an epa-rated 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway. for 2010, galant gets a silver-painted mesh grille for a different look. Galant es and galant se have been given additional equipment and feature. The v6 is no longer available, and the sport v6 and ralliart performance versions are discontinued. lineupgalant es 21,599) comes with manual air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, power trunk release, power windows and door locks, power mirrors, height-adjustable driver's seat, remote keyless entry, 140-watt six-speaker am/fm/cd stereo, rear-seat heater ducts, carpeted floor mats, and an anti-theft engine immobilizer. Standard tires are p215/60r16 all-season radials on steel wheels. For 2010, a silver painted mesh grille has been added for improved aerodynamics and a sharper, more upscale appearance. Distinctive headlamps cover the forward edges of the front fenders. in profile, the galant's long, wedgy stance avoids the boring box-on-box look commonly associated with conservative midsize sedans. The roofline picks up from the graceful sweep of the hood and arcs cleanly over perfectly proportioned side windows. Door handles integrate nicely into the design while providing an easy grasp. Wheel arches are mildly blistered and boldly circular, wrapping concentrically around the tires. the deck lid seems somewhat truncated, as if it were abruptly chopped off; the aerodynamicists argue this works well in a wind tunnel, but it can be a bit of a visual hiccup. interiorthe galant has a roomy, comfortable interior. The seats are supportive without being overly firm. A dead pedal is provided and positioned well, giving the driver a place to brace the left leg when cornering or for reduced strain on long trips. roominess is comparable to that of the chevrolet malibu and the nissan altima, placing the galant among the roomier sedans in the class. Visibility is good all around, notably to the rear quarters, thanks to slim c-pillars, and the high beltline gives passengers a secure feeling. the galant is easy to operate. Controls are right-sized and easy to use, with knobs, buttons, and rocker switches galore. The heating and air conditioning controls are big and easy to operate, even while wearing gloves, but the air conditioning indicator can be difficult to see in bright sunlight. The dash has a certain clinical look, but is friendly to the eyes. Keyless-entry controls are integrated into the key, eliminating the need for a separate fob. the quality of materials is quite good. Each door has a storage pocket, and two medium-size cupholders are molded into the front center console rearward of the shift gate. the rear seat is roomy, though the seating position is low and the bottom cushions could offer more thigh support. Rear-seat passengers enjoy decent headroom in spite of the dramatically sloping roofline. the trunk is slightly on the small side, and the trunk opening is a bit restricted. In addition, the galant's rear seats cannot be folded down to extend cargo space. driving impressionthe mitsubishi galant delivers a smooth, quiet ride, thanks at least in part to its stiff platform, wide stance and long wheelbase. It features mitsubishi innovative valve timing and lift electronic control (mivec), which switches between two cam profiles for optimum power, response, and efficiency at high and low engine speeds. In the normal mode, it shifts automatically. With the sportronic feature, it can be switched into a semi-manual mode. It will not shift up or down automatically when in the manual mode, so the driver has full control over shifting. brake feel is solid and reassuring. Anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution (ebd) are standard on all models; the ebd proportions braking pressure between the front and rear wheels depending on how the car is loaded, and adjusts stopping pressure dynamically as weight shifts forward under hard braking. The idea is to send the brake pressure to the wheels with the most weight on them, which is where it can do the most good. It's roomy and comfortable. It rides well and it's enjoyable to drive. newcartestdrive correspondent tom lankard reported from san francisco, with mitch mccullough reporting from los angeles. model lineupmitsubishi galant es 21,599); se 23,999). assembled innormal, illinois. options as testedaccessory leather seating surfaces 1,399) includes two-tone leather with contrasting stitching. model testedmitsubishi galant se 23,999). The front-wheel drive galant is offered in two trim levels: es and se. The value-conscious es trim is equipped with 16-inch wheels, auto-off headlamps, air conditioning, cruise control and a cd player; se trims are further outfitted with a rear spoiler, 18-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, automatic climate control, a 6-disc cd changer and bluetooth wireless connectivity. After an extensive redesign last year, the 2010 mitsubishi galant carries over with minimal changes. Every galant is now equipped with active stability control (asc) and an auxiliary audio input jack, while se trims get upgraded audio (including satellite radio) and a standard navigation system with rear backup camera. Additionally, the v6 engine and associated trim levels (sport v6 and ralliart) have been dropped from the simplified model lineup.
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