2010 Mitsubishi Galant Review

With suggested retail pricing between $21,599 - $23,999, the 2010 Mitsubishi Galant competes with the Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry and other leading midsized sedans. It's a sleek, tasteful 4-door available in 2 trims: ES and SE. More standard safety features, advanced technological amenities and other creature features have been included than on any Galant in history. Standard amenities on all Galants for 2010 include:

• 6-airbag safety system;
• Electronic traction control;
• Active electronic stability control;
• Power windows, locks and mirrors;
• MP3/CD audio system;
• Cruise control;
• Redesigned front grill;
• Auxiliary input jacks;

The Mitsubishi Galant 2010 is powered by a 2.4L 160hp MIVEC I4 engine that cranks out 157 lb-ft of torque with the help of a 4-speed automatic Sportronic transmission. It generates 21/30 mpg city/highway as estimated by the EPA. Other standard features on ES trims include:

• 16-inch steel wheels;
• 6-speaker 140W stereo system;
• Full wheel covers;
• 6-adjustable driver's seat;
• Automatic halogen headlamps;

With base pricing of only $2000 more, the 2010 Galant Mitsubishi SE steps up the game significantly by including standard features such as:

• 18-inch wheels;
• Rearview camera;
• DVD-based touchscreen navigation system;
• Automatic air conditioning;
• Speed sensitive power steering;
• Roof-mounted side curtain airbags;
• LATCH child-safety system;
• 650W Rockford Acoustic Design audio system;
• Bluetooth hands free connectivity;
• Sirius satellite radio 3-month trial subscription;

The Mitsubishi Galant 2010 is front wheel-driven and seriously appealing to value-conscious consumers. For 2010, the Galant carries over basically unchanged from its extensive redesign of 2009. The V6 engine option and both the Ralliart and Sport V6 trims have been discontinued. The NHTSA has awarded the 2010 Galant four out of five stars for driver's side frontal crash tests and five out of five stars for the passenger's side.

The 2010 Mitsubishi Galant measures 191.1, 72.4 and 57.9 inches in length, width and height. Wheelbase measurements for both trim levels are 108.3 inches. ES trims clear the ground by 5.9 inches while SE trims clear by 6.0 inches. Curb weight for both trims is reported at 4376 pounds. On the inside of the very comfortable cabin, you'll find 40 inches of headroom, 57 inches of shoulder room, 56 inches of hip room and 42.6 inches of legroom for front occupants. You'll also find 13.3 cubic feet of luggage capacity and comfortable seating for five adults. The Galant features a 17.7-gallon fuel reservoir that will enable travel of over 500 miles. Explore the Mitsubishi Galant's value further right now!