Mitsubishi Galant

Mitsubishi Motors has been manufacturing the compact sedan Mitsubishi Galant since the year 1969. Mitsubishi Galant has been marketed in nine generations to date, and the sales of the car have improved tremendously, exceeding the five million mark. The manufacturing of Mitsubishi Galant started in compact sedan form, and currently it has grown to a midsize car. Initially the production started in Japan, but since 1994 the American automobile assembly took over the assembling work.

First Generation (1969-1971)

The first generation car in Mitsubishi Galant acknowledged as colt gallant and the car was released in the year 1969. In cool Galant you can find three models. All the three models released, were power-driven by Saturn engine with 1.3 L and 1.5 L in other two models. Initially in the first generation the Mitsubishi Galant is attainable as 4 door sedan. First time a coupe model was developed in the year 1970. The second coupe model was pioneered in the year 1971.

Second Generation (1972-1975)

The second generation Galant was launched by Chrysler in different appearances; in America the second generation Mitsubishi Galant sold by Dodge colt in two versions – Plymouth Cricket and Plymouth Colt. The second generation Galant was curvier in nature. During the second generation Galant manufacturing, Mitsubishi stared using Astron 80 engines for its new “Silent Shaft” with balance shaft expertise for reduction of noise and vibration.

Third Generation (1976-1980)

The third-generation Mitsubishi Galant was introduced in the year 1976 and was popularly recognized as Galant Sigma. In American automobile market Mitsubishi Lancer was introduced by Dodge Colt and in Australia the Mitsubishi Galant built by Chrysler’s plant. Mitsubishi included a jet valve in its MCA-Jet engine, which enhanced the emission without ant need for other cylinder head.

Fourth Generation (1981-1982)

In fourth generation of Mitsubishi Galant, Mitsubishi has introduced various new models. For better turbocharged performance they have introduced ‘Sirius’ engine incorporated in their freshly introduced models. Mitsubishi has introduced ‘Astron’ 4D55’ for good fuel economy and it is the first diesel engine for Japanese passengers.

Fifth Generation (1983-1985)

In fifth generation the Mitsubishi Galant shifted their models to front wheel drive. The models entered the automobile market with different styles. The Mitsubishi Magna was introduced in Australia in the year 1985 with different stylings. Mitsubishi Magna won the Car Of The Year award in the same year.

Sixth Generation (1986-1991)

The Mitsubishi started manufacturing the taller and rounded styling cars in this year. The Mitsubishi’s Galant in this generation also won the ‘Car Of The Year’ award in Japan.

Seventh Generation (1992-1996)

The Mitsubishi Galant has debuted in the year 1992; the Mitsubishi Galant is available as a 4 door sedan and 5-door lift back. In the same year, Mitsubishi from Japan has launched Mitsubishi Emeraude. You can find a change in suspension design in this generation.

Eight Generation (1996-2002)

Until 1996, the 1992 model was continued, and then Mitsubishi released the Mitsubishi Legnum adding the station wagon to the lineup. The Mitsubishi Legnum won the ‘Car Of The Year’ award in Japan.

Ninth Generation

Mitsubishi released the ninth generation Galant sedan in the automotive markets of the United States in the year 2003. It was showcased at an international auto show held in New York.