2012 MITSUBISHI GALANT Review

Overview

The Galant is a competent midsize sedan that offers high level safety along with great looks, comfort and impressive performance. The 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has more standard features, more technology and more creature comforts. It is available in two well equipped trims - ES and SE.

Powertrain And Performance

A 160-hp 2.4-liter MIVEC four-cylinder engine, teamed with a standard four-speed Sportronic automatic transmission, supplies power to both Galant ES and SE models. It delivers a refined highway fuel economy of 30 MPG. In city, the Galant delivers 21 mpg.

Build And Styling

Every Galant model includes auto-off halogen headlamps with black bezels, stylish mesh front grille, power side-view mirrors, windows and door locks, CD/MP3 audio system, auxiliary input jack and cruise control. The ES comes with 16-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers, stylish mesh front grille, manual air conditioning, power side-view mirrors, windows and door locks, cruise control, keyless entry, 140-watt CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers, auxiliary audio input jack, 6-way adjustable driver's seat, premium fabric upholstery with patterned inserts and a Brownwood trim on dash and center console. The SE has premium features like 18-inch alloy wheels, DVD-based touch-screen navigation system, rear-view backup camera, a power sunroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, illuminated vanity mirrors, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, automatic climate control, power accessories, power glass sunroof, sport-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, 650-watt (max) Rockford Acoustic Design audio system, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat and sport fabric upholstery.

Safety Features

Both Galant ES and SE are equipped with a high level of safety technology, including anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), traction control (TCL) and Active Stability Control (ASC). An engine immobilizer and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), dual-stage front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and side front and rear curtain airbags are also standard.