Mitsubishi Galant Galant VIII

Mitsubishi - Galant VIII

Details-
BrandMitsubishi
ModelGalant
GenerationGalant VIII
Modification3.0 i V6 24V GTZ (197 Hp)
Start Of Production2000
End Of Production2002

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph9 sec
Max Speed204 km/h 126.76 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Mitsubishi Galant is a sedan with a length of 4770 mm, width of 1740 mm, and height of 1415 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2623 mm, front track of 1510 mm, and rear track of 1505 mm. It is a 4-door sedan with 5 seats.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4770 mm 187.8 in.
Width1740 mm 68.5 in.
Height1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase2623 mm 103.27 in.
Front Track1510 mm 59.45 in.
Rear Track1505 mm 59.25 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car specs indicate a fuel-efficient sedan with a combined fuel consumption of 11.8 l/100 km. It runs on petrol and offers a decent driving range.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban12 l/100 km 19.6 US mpg 23.54 UK mpg 8.33 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban8.7 l/100 km 27.04 US mpg 32.47 UK mpg 11.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Mitsubishi Galant is a front-wheel drive sedan powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine, producing 197 horsepower and 278 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and a coil spring suspension system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power197 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre66.3 Hp/l
Torque278 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 205.04 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model Code6G72
Engine Displacement2972 cm3 181.36 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore91.1 mm 3.59 in.
Piston Stroke76 mm 2.99 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionCoil spring
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The car specs indicate a well-equipped vehicle with notable features like ventilated front brakes, anti-lock braking system (ABS), and hydraulic steering. The combination of features suggests a comfortable and capable driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/55 R16

Weight & Capacity

The Mitsubishi Galant is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio of 7.7 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 5.5 kg/Nm. It has a decent boot space of 420 liters, expandable to 1400 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 62 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.7 kg/Hp, 129.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.5 kg/Nm, 182.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1520 kg 3351.03 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum420 l 14.83 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1400 l 49.44 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity62 l 16.38 US gal | 13.64 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mitsubishi - Galant VIII

Sedan

4

2623 mm

9 seconds

204 km/h (126.76 mph)

It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9 seconds, which is decent but not exceptional.

The city fuel consumption is 12 l/100 km.

The combined fuel consumption is 11.8 l/100 km.

The car runs on petrol (gasoline).

The engine displacement of the Mitsubishi Galant is 2972 cm3 or 181.36 cu. in.

The drivetrain architecture of the Mitsubishi Galant is front-wheel drive, where the internal combustion engine drives the front wheels of the vehicle.

The Mitsubishi Galant uses a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.

The vehicle has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.

The vehicle has a steering rack and pinion with hydraulic assistance.

The vehicle has tires sized 205/55 R16.

The Galant comes with a 4-cylinder engine with 181 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque.

The Galant comes standard with features such as blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control.

The Galant gets an estimated 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.

7.7 kg/Hp

1400 liters

62 liters