| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Pleasant ride and balanced handling | Poor gas mileage | No major changes |
A decent set of standard features | Subpar trunk space for the segment | |
Dated interior and exterior | ||
Underwhelming engine |
$21,899
price160 hp @ 5500 rpm
horsepower157 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
torque4-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission2.4L 4cyl FWD 4A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the midsize sedan segment, the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant Sedan is a direct competitor to the Hyundai Sonata, the Toyota Camry, and the Honda Accord. With 2 trims, the 2012 Mitsubishi Galant Sedan carries an MSRP of $21,899. It offers a 2.4L Inline-4 engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission, producing 160 horsepower and 157 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mitsubishi Galant Sedan manages a 0-60 of 9.0 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG.
Standard features on the Galant are very limited, and its base trim is practically bare-boned. Therefore, opt for the SE trim and add the Leather package, which offers leather seats and a few other features.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #13 | 9.8 sec | 17.2 sec | - | |||
2012 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #1 | 5.5 sec | - | - | |||
2012 Hyundai Azera Ranked #2 | 6.2 sec | - | - | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #3 | 6.3 sec | 14.8 sec | - | |||
2012 Nissan Maxima Ranked #4 | 6.4 sec | 14.8 sec | - | |||
2012 Hyundai Sonata Ranked #5 | 7.1 sec | - | - |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #4 | 21 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | 17.7 gal. | 371.7/531 mi. | |||
2012 Kia Optima Ranked #1 | 24 mpg | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 444/647.5 mi. | |||
2012 Toyota Camry Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | 17 gal. | 425/595 mi. | |||
2012 Hyundai Sonata Ranked #1 | 24 mpg | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 444/647.5 mi. | |||
2012 Nissan Altima Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 27 mpg | 20 gal. | 460/640 mi. | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 425.5/629 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #9 | 191.1 in. | 72.4 in. | 57.9 in. | 5.9 in. | 108.3 in. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #1 | 196.9 in. | 73.1 in. | 59.2 in. | 7 in. | 111.7 in. | |||
2012 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #2 | 196.3 in. | 74.4 in. | 58.1 in. | 5.2 in. | 115.6 in. | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #3 | 194.9 in. | 72.7 in. | 58.1 in. | 6 in. | 110.2 in. | |||
2012 Mazda 6 Ranked #4 | 193.7 in. | 72.4 in. | 57.9 in. | 5.1 in. | 109.8 in. | |||
2012 Hyundai Azera Ranked #5 | 193.3 in. | 73.2 in. | 57.9 in. | 5.4 in. | 112 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #8 | 13.3 cu.ft. | 101 cu.ft. | 13.3 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #1 | 14.7 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. | 85.5 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #2 | 13.3 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 83.2 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Ford Fusion Ranked #3 | 16.5 cu.ft. | 100.3 cu.ft. | 18.7 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Dodge Avenger Ranked #3 | 13.5 cu.ft. | 100.2 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Nissan Altima Ranked #4 | 15.3 cu.ft. | 100.7 cu.ft. | 79.5 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #1 | 52.6 cu.ft. | 13.3 cu.ft. | 13.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #2 | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Chevrolet Malibu Ranked #3 | 9.3 cu.ft. | 15.1 cu.ft. | 12.3 cu.ft. | 183 ft. | |||
2012 Dodge Avenger Ranked #4 | 83.1 cu.ft. | 13.5 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 76 ft. | |||
2012 Ford Fusion Ranked #5 | 83.1 cu.ft. | 16.5 cu.ft. | 18.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Hyundai Sonata Ranked #6 | 55.6 cu.ft. | 16.4 cu.ft. | 55.6 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Mitsubishi Galant Ranked #2 | - | 981 lbs. | 3395 lbs. | |||
2012 Dodge Avenger Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | 1200 lbs. | 3400 lbs. | |||
2012 Nissan Maxima Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | 1158 lbs. | 3540 lbs. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | - | 4026 lbs. | |||
2012 Chrysler 200 Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | 1211 lbs. | 3403 lbs. | |||
2012 Mazda 6 Ranked #2 | - | 1068 lbs. | 3272 lbs. |
