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The Galant executive range was overlooked and under-rated because it had the wrong badge and didn't compete with German class-leaders. It's a sound used choice, especially in estate form. And its obscurity keeps second-hand prices low.
For
- Roomy executive comfort for not much money
- Smooth and very willing V6 engine
- Quality interior with lots of equipment
Against
- Mitsubishi has little credibility in executive circles
- Heavy depreciation from new
- Servicing and some parts are expensive
Road Test
Think of Galant as a larger, more luxurious, more restrained Lancer Evolution. It's well-built, well-engineered and a surprisingly good drive. The powerful 2.4 GDI (direct-injection petrol) and 2.5 V6 models are lively performers, and the chassis is supple and agile enough to push them hard. Even the entry-level 2.0-litre is usefully quick.
Estate versions are roomy and practical; they're popular with caravan owners. The Galant has never really caught on in Europe, largely due to rather nondescript styling and a lack of enthusiasm for large Japanese saloons and would-be executive cars.
Galant's low image means that depreciation has been near-catastrophic for many new buyers that's good news for used car bargain-hunters. Buyers can be confident about reliability, as long as they reject hard-worked tow cars. High-performance enthusiasts can search out Ralliart-tuned VR4 versions though beware of dodgy Japanese imports, as their engines were not modified for European fuels.
Need To Know
JD Power stars: 3
NCAP: Not tested
Worst Models: 2.5 V6
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