Used 2005 Mitsubishi Galant Consumer Reviews
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Great Car
I have bought this car for 2 months as 2nd hand and I'm loving it so far. I gives me the power when ever I needed it on a highway/city and the comfort the car gives is imaginable. Great "Infinity" stereo sound system with 6CD changer.
Outstanding Performance
I traded in my 2002 Galant ES 4 cyl for the 2005 Galant LS V6 and was instantly happy with the performance and acceleration. Its power drivers seat is a great plus, although it should have a memory preset. I am extremely disappointed with the fuel economy, I am only getting about 12-15 mpg city and about 19-22 highway. I don't slam on the gas pedal, by am usually casual while driving to / from work. Maybe the car still isn't broken in yet with only about 3,000 miles driven so far. The interior design appealing, but the cheap plastic on top of the dash and doors is not easy to clean. What drew me to this car was the bold design. Its reliability has been satisfactory so far. The build inside and out seems solid.
Still happy after 2 years
Pretty much love the car. It's been able to do everything I've asked of it. People still comment on how cool it looks. Pickup is excellent.
Love it!!!!!!!!
I bought my Galant right b4 Christmas this past year...My present to me...YAHOO. Its the first "new" car I have had...I am so glad I got it. Have had no issues to speak of except that the windshield washer reservoir is broken (big whole in the bottom..didn't know that till I went to put fluid in...good thing it's CHEAP...watered the ground) I have literally had to do nothing to this car since I bought it but replace worn windshield wipers and put gas in it. I think this is the smoothest nicest car I have driven. I love it...
Been a very nice car
Bought my car used at 23,000 miles. I have literally have 0 problems with it. It has been one of the greatest cars i have ever owned.
Was Happy Until
Car was great until it hit 80k miles...then it went downhill. I had to replace the starter, all 4 rotors, timing belt and both catalytic converters(twice) and all 5 O2 sensors(yes 5). And then the transmission started to slip at 95kmi. After the 2nd converter replacement I found out the car had at least 2 bad exhaust valves causing the converters to be blown out. I promptly traded in it after I got the check engine light code cleared. It was a good car until the end..sadly the end was relatively young for what today's car should get you mileage wise. I bought a Honda and I love it but I'm never buying a Mits again because they closed the dealership and now the closets dealer is 60miles away.
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Economical & Surprising 4L
Looking for an inexpensive used four cylinder sedan, came across the Mitsubishi Galant. I was most impressed with the suspension and interior comfort. This is as good as it gets for your money.
It's Okay
We bought our 2005 Galant used with 10,000 miles on it. It has enough horsepower and the interior is very nice. I don't really like the exterior though, it looks like all doors to me. I can live with that I guess. However due to the sloping down of the roof when I pull the seat up so I can reach the pedals I have virtually no head room unless I lower the seat and then I can barely see out. Its a nice car but not built for short people. I am 5'3". I probably won't be keeping it long because I'm tired of hitting my head.
Great, Fun, and Safe
Bought this car on the spot after a test drive, I am very pleased with the car, I have just turned 50,000 miles on it and it still drives like the day I drove it off the lot. It has great acceleration, I have had it in the Smoky Mountains and love the handling. Needless to say I recommend this car for anyone who wants to enjoy their daily drive.
Loving My Mitsu.
I drive in town and travel the interstate. I'm disabled,and this vehicle is comfortable, has plenty of room and is easy to get in and out. The more I drive it the more I like it. I was looking for a 6cyl. but found that the 4cyl. has plenty of get-up and go for city or out on I-75. As a mech. and instructor for more than 35 yrs I think Mitsubishi did a great job redesigning the Galant!!
Dukes review
Car has smooth ride. Throttle reaction time is awesome. wide open interior. Gas mileage 26-28 mpg in town 29-31 highway. Awesome 6 disk 6 speaker stereo system. Handles well for small/midsized car. Big trunk space. Great head room. Ive owned galants since 92. Extremely dependable
My Galant
The Galant is a great vehicle that drives well. Compared to the Nissan Altima, the Galant wins hands down. I have a newborn and the space, comfort, and drive of the Galant are excellent.
Very Good So Far
My Ford Econoline conversion van broke down for the last time in August 2004. I needed something to drive that day so I had my daughter take me to the nearby Carmax store. I was going to buy a used car that was safe and that would get better mileage than my van. After looking at several used vehicles with limited warranties, the salesman told me about the Galants that they sold that were new and had great warranties and prices. The styling did not blow me away but it was alright. The test drive was ok so I went with it. 23,000 miles later I've come to really appreciate this car. It's comfortable, reliable, has a solid ride, and reasonably good looking.
I Love My Galant
I received a 2004 Galant as a graduation gift and I love it. I searched from Nissan to Toyota to Honda. Not only was this in my budget, it was complementary to my style and image. I feel an obligation to always keep it looking good. When I first got it, I remember after getting out of the car always having to look back at the car in disbelief that such a beauty was mine. Love the big body design.
Love it
I was skeptical about buying my used Galant because the mileage was so high, but so far, I have no complaints about my Galant. As long as I keep up the regular maintenance up on it, all seems to be ok.
Check This Car Out!
I recently traded my 2002 VW Jetta for this car and so glad I did! I test drove the Honda Accord and found the Mitsubishi SE to be a better alternative with more incentives, 0% apr, rebates, and warranty is way better than Honda (just because it isn't as popular as the Honda's I am sure) so we got a car with the same features as the Accord for $5,000 less! It has unique look with a comfortable ride and handling. I think this car has been underated my the by most of the researchers and deserves a test drive at least...I also own a 2002 Mitsubishi SUV and have had excellent luck with that...so we will see but so far i am very impressed a lot of car for the $$$.
A Terrific Car to Own
Having previously owned a Galant for the past 15 years and had great performance and low maintenance from it, the car inside and outside held up extremely well so we decided to purchase the new 2005 model. It is fun to drive, comfortable, very attractive both inside and outside (very sporty looking design). We highly recommend this car and feel it is the best buy today and Mitsubishi offers the excellent warranty program around.
great car!
I have a 2005 Galant. it has 187k miles on it. the only thing i have had to replace was the air conditioner last summer. all other parts are original. all i do is a regular oil change. this has been the best car i have ever owned!!! I purchased it New in 2005.
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Wow, What a Car
This car is fun to drive, comfortable and affordable. Its a great choice!! My Kids love it too, can't wait to go somewhere in the car!!
Great car for a great deal.
We wanted to wait a little longer to purchase a new vehicle, but our old car would not wait. We wanted a good car for a relatively low price, and after a little research, we found our car. We have had many compliments on it, and the only problem we have had is the delay on the wipers was slightly off. Otherwise, it has been a great car. We love it, and our son loves that he has more room. My husband is 6'2" and I am 5'11". We are both able to sit with the seat all the way back, and someone of our size can still sit behind us. It's great!
Great and fun car
This car had been great to own and drive. It is solid and reliable.
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AC Broke
At first I loved my Galant, but since the AC went out, I've been in what has literally felt like hell. I have an all black leather interior which draws heat. I took the car to the shop and my air conditioner is broken. I was told that it would cost $941.00 to fix it.
Mitsubishi Galant
The Galant is amazing. I had a Nissan Altima before and the Galant is so much better. It rides and handles far better than any other car I drove in it class.
Worth a look
I have had my GTS for just under 4 years. It's fun to drive (very quick), pretty quiet, good interior room( and looks good too, decent trunk space, handles well. Average fuel economy for an engine this size. My ONLY complaint about this is the turning radius is just a little to large. If they fixed that, it would be close to perfect. I have owned Camry's, Accords, and American sedans and this is as good as any and better than most. Warranty is much better than most also. I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun to drive sedan.
The Galant has Come a Long Way
I must let everyone know how far Mitsubishi has come in this evolution. Having owned two of the previous style Galants ('99 and '02) as well as Maximas, etc, I feel qualified to make a judgment. The big thing they finally got right was the room. This car has a fantastic roomy back seat, even more so than Maxima in past. Beyond that the quality is up to snuff, and the driving experience is terrific even though only the 4-cyl. engine. I enjoy driving it more that our 2004 Cadillac DeVille DTS. Though the 4-cyl is slightly on the noisy side, it is the best of breed. There is always enough torque and power available (better than the '89 Maxima V6). The car moves out so easily it's hard to believe, even on passing.
Worth Checking Out!
I have owned my Galant for nearly 6 months, and I still find myself staring at it. The exterior was designed for all ages. I feel proud owning a Mitsubishi considering it is built in Bloomington, Illinois by UAW workers. Ask anyone who works at Mitsubishi and they will tell you that they are proud of what they build. The engine is very responsive and the torque put out is amazing for a 4 cylinder. The 8-speaker Infiniti sound system is amazing. The interior turns many heads at night with the blue dash lights. I was also attracted to the Galant because of one of the best warranties around, 10-year- 100,000 thousand miles. Plus I get 3 years maintenance and roadside assistance.
Awesome
It was between the Mazda 6 and Galant and the Galant won hands down. Engine: The Mazda 6 was sluggish around 3,000 RPM's. The Galant however has awesome response no matter what the RPM range. I couldn't stand the stepped style shifter in the Mazda 6, the Galant had the same type transmission however a much smother shift pattern. Handling: This car sticks like glue, I would love to get it on a closed course and see what it's capable of.
Best family sedan at any price
My 1999 BMW M3 was getting to small for my family, so I was looking at the new BMW 540i, Infiniti G35, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Nissan Maxima and every other car under $60,000. I picked the Mitsubishi Galant GTS, the 540i was my first choice, but the wife didn't like the dash. I don't care what the spec says, but I know my GTS is faster 0-60 mph than any of the car I test drove. I love the stereo. I still don't understand why people say Bose makes the best stereo. The blue dash light is awesome. The shiftronic is so smooth, it's like driving a manual transmission. This car is fast and very comfortable. The only way to describe this car is WOW.
GALANT: The most unique and fun sedan
I am in love with my new car. I bought my 2005 Mitsubishi Galant GTS for many reasons. First, and most importantly, the price was within my price range. Second, it is a great car to drive. I test drove almost every other car in its class, including the Camry and Accord, and the Galant drove much smoother with better handling and performance. I love the V6 engine. It is very powerful. Third, I love the styling. The look of the new Galant is head and shoulders above pre-2004 models and above the Camry, Accord, and any other 4 door sedan for the same price. In short, I am very happy with my purchase and I look forward to many exciting miles of road ahead.
I Love My Galant GTS
I am very satisfied with my Galant GTS, other than with the sound system. Perhaps it needs better speakers. Other than that, the gas mileage could be better especially with premium fuel Grrr!
My 2004 Galant GTS is one fine car
Great car (silver finish) - love the way it looks and drives. Especially love the infinity sound system and cobalt blue dash lighting. Rear seating is a big improvement over my 99 Galant. Pickup is great with the V6. I think Mitsubishi really improved this car greaty over prior models. Glad I bought it. I hope the reliability is a good as my 99 (no problems at 102K when I sold it)
Dud Car
Our experience with this car was not what we expected for a car with a new style. Although we loved the new design the quality of the car seems to have been put together with the cheapest materials Mitsubishi could find. The test drive was nice but two weeks into ownership there seemed to be a lot more engine noise than what we experienced on the test drive. This car's initial quality was pitiful.
2004 Galant ES
The wife and I love this car. It is roomy and fast for a four cylinder, with excellent fuel mileage. I recommend purchasing the alloy wheels, as the plastic hubcaps are somewhat flimsy.
Great Car/Good Price
I have had my new Lancer for two weeks and absolutely love it so far. It is stylish, seems well built, and gets good gas mileage. This is my third Mitsubishi and may prove to be my favorite. Six days after I purchased my car my best friend backed her SUV into the driver's side front fender of my new car. I have found that the Lancer holds up very well under attack and it actually relatively inexpensive to repair.
Awesome Overall Car
The 2005 Mitsubishi Galant has all the features one would want without having a huge price tag to accompany it. I love driving it and everyone I know has been very impressed by the vehicle appearance inside and out.
Best value for a midsize car
What attracted me to the Galant is value for the money, style, performance, interior room, and the great warranty. You simply cannot get more car for the money. My Galant was built with UAW labor and more than 50% US part content, so I can even feel a bit patriotic about my decision. My other cars are a 1999 VW Passat GLS and a 1997 VW Jetta GT. I considered buying another Passat, but the difference in price didn't seem worth it to me.
2004 Mitsubishi Galant ES
This is my second Galant ES. The first was a 2001 that I drove for 3 touble free years. I particularly like the free roadside service, free maintenance and customer service. One of my sisters-in-law drove the car and thought (my 4-cyl) was a V6. Even teenagers who hardly notice such things have commented how smooth the ride is. I just giggle and keep on enjoying the ride, the Infinity 6 disc in-dash, six speaker stereo and the admiring comments from others. I am probably a Mitsubishi customer for life.
Car with the Spirit
I do not have any problems with this car after driving 12000 miles.
Galant GTS
Handles extemely well and has good acceleration. Very smooth at high speeds on the interstate. The stereo is awesome. Have had some problems with the sunroof but these were resolved by the dealership. As of this time at 23000 miles it has been flawless.
Tampa Galant
Great car, purchased it over a 2005 Chrysler 300 Limited, Nissan Altima and Honda Accord....Great car, great ride and handling, I purchased the GTS model and I dont feel like another "cookie cutter" car on the road....unique and fun, great warranty, and the dealership was no pressure and extremely helpful. Would recommend the car and the dealership to all my friends.
2005 Mitsubishi Galant
This is a fun and smooth car to drive. I had a 2003 Galant that I traded in for this one and there is no comparison. A full size person can now fit in the back seat comfortably. The 3.8 V6 rocks the house too, in comparison to the 2.4L 4 cylinder. Overall Mitsubishi did a great job redesigning this vehicle but it is oddly similar to the new Honda Accord, which I also have. Looks like a little industrial espionage by somebody.
good deal for the $
peppy 4 cylinder, dealer added leather to the ES which we liked. Fun to drive and a good deal for the money. We traded a 2003 eclipse 5 speed and this car is quicker
A fun to drive peppy car
Having been owners of Mistubishi cars before and know how reliable they are and how long they last, we decided to get a new 2005 Galant LS. Besides being an eye-catching car which has had many compliments, it is a smooth driving car, roomy, and with its airbags both front and side and a heavy body, it is a safe car. Mitsubishi warranty is fantastic -- 10 years - 3 years of normal routine services (oil, change, rotate tires, etc.). For someone looking for a stylish car that lasts, no one would be disappointed with the Mitsubishi Galants.
2005 Galant = Best New Mide-Size Car
This car is the complete package. It has a great exterior design,roomy and stylish interior, nice 6 speaker CD/AM/FM stereo, stylish blue dash lights, drives smoothly, low engine noise, and handles very well. This is the best Mid-Size Car for the money out there. This car has everything that a Camry, Accord, or Altima has but for a lower price. Also, it has the best warranty out there today.
Best Mid-Size Car Out There
This Car is awesome. It has a beautiful exterior, very sporty looking. The interior is very attractive with titanium trim and 6 speaker infinity sound system. The alloy wheels are worth the extra money since the generic wheel covers are ugly. The upgrades are nice but are a little more expensive than they should be. I recommend this car to anyone looking for a quality, sexy, and sporty sedan. The 2.4L engine is awesome and it doesn't make much noise. The car is very sturdy and I feel very safe inside of it. Also comes with the best warranty in the business, 10yr / 100,000, 5 yr / 60,000 bumper to bumper, 3 yr free maintence. Mitsubishi has a winner with the 2005 Galant!
Every Thing You Need
As you can see the Galant has a very attractive design, especially for a 4 door. It has exellent acceleration and rides smooth at high speeds. The Galant has more leg room then some trucks and SUVs that I have been in. I'd rather watch t.v. in my Galant then my lazy boy. The only complaint I have is its turning radius does not meet my standards.
Great Car
I just recently purchased this car and I love it. I love the handling and its look. It is very comfortable and reliable. It is very spacious also. The acceleration is moderate, but I didnt buy a DE for the acceleration. The engine feels powerful and the transmission is smooth. I would recommend this car to anyone.
SE Galant 20005, A great purchase!
I simply can't say enough good things about the SE model. The spoiler, exhaust, leather interior, rims and taillight upgrades are phenomenal. I enjoy the space and roominess of the vehicle and how luxurious it is for the price I purchased it for. It's a great change of pace from it's rather plain-jane competitors (Accord and Camry). Wish this vehicle was publicized the way those are, and the warranty is a huge reason to make this your car! I don't worry about it expiring prior to my loan being paid off. Additionally, can you beat 0% financing?
2004 Galant GTS
This is my second purchase of the top end Galant that is offered from Mitsubishi. I love the control and power with out sacraficing comfort and luxury. I love the car.
Beats Altima
I work in the car rental business, so I often change cars that I use as company cars. My previous car was the Pontiac Grand Prix. The V4 engine is a bit sluggish with the acceleration, like there is a delay when you floor it. But when you get it up to speed, it performs great and you are very comfortably at 80 mph. The breaks are great right off the bat. I'm not sure if it has traction control or not. If it does, it's not great. So it's a bit tough to accelerate from wet pavement. I have previously driven the Nissan Altima as a company car and I'm not sure why it's hailed as the category leader. It's nosier than the Galant, feels much lighter and flimsier.