2001 Mitsubishi Galant: Road Test
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- MSRP: $17,557 -$24,007
- Invoice: $16,461 -$22,261
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Our road test for the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant includes a full evaluation of the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2001 Mitsubishi Galant help you decide if a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 3.7 |
The 4-cyl provides adequate go, clocking 10.3 sec in our 0-60 mph tests. Our GTZ took just 8.3 sec with its strong V6. Both engines are smooth, as is the automatic transmission, but the torquier V6 has far better mid-range oomph.
FUEL ECONOMY
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 6.8 |
Our test V6 Galants have averaged 21-22.2 mpg on the required premium fuel. With slightly more highway driving, our 4-cyl automatic ES averaged 24 mpg on regular gas.
RIDE QUALITY
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 3.7 |
Comfortably compliant and controlled aside from minor tail hop over sharp ridges. Small bumps are most noticed in the GTZ with its wider tires and firmer damping.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 6 | 4.2 |
A handling-oriented chassis gives the GTZ slightly less body lean in tight corners, but all Galants have predictable yet sporty front-drive moves, abetted by accurate steering.
QUIETNESS
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 3.6 |
Engine noise and wind rush are well muffled. Tire roar is noticed mainly on coarse pavement.
CONTROLS
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
Well placed and self-explanatory. Design and layout are clean and simple, but uninspired.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4.3 |
Comfortable seats, but no excess of head or leg room for tall occupants. Visibility aft is hindered by high-tail styling, but is good to the front and sides. Standard 6-way driver's seat across the board, power operated on LS and GTZ.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.1 |
Only average room for two adults, three in a pinch. Narrow floor passages with front seats pushed back impede entry/exit, though not severely.
CARGO ROOM
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.3 |
Galant's flat-floor low-liftover trunk is spacious enough, and all models save the base DE have a split-fold rear seatback.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 4.6 |
An attractive value-minded alternative to the class-leading Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, with a particularly nice price advantage in V6 form. Galant also matches its rivals for driving pleasure, but isn't quite as well built.
Total Score
| ES, I4 auto. | GTZ | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 44 | 47 | 42.8 |
Total Score: 46
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