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Widely recognized Russia’s motorists have received prior, seventh and eighth, generation Galant, officially delivered to Russia from 1992 to 2003. With the start of sales of the ninth generation Mitsubishi Galant begins a new stage in the history of the model Rossii.Osnovnym difference of the new Mitsubishi Galant is a refinement of all nodes of the vehicle allowing for the operation in Russia. Work on adapting a model for Russia to take a year and a half. As a result, the design of the car was made 308 changes, which allowed buyers to submit a model, fully ready for operation in complex usloviyah.

Mitsubishi Russia’s new-generation Galant offers a high level of comfort of the driver and passengers. The interior is one of the most spacious in its class and is of high quality performance and excellent amenities, which, depending on the version, includes: leather interior with a powered driver’s seat with 8-tracks and the front and side air bags and curtain airbags windows climate control audio premium »Rockford Acoustic Design c 6-disc CD changer, electronic amplifier 650 watts and 8 speakers electric sunroof dashboard with stylish backlit« Blue Ice »cruise control electric heating of the front seats and side mirrors. All delivered to Russia’s cars are equipped with 4-cylinder 16-valve engine with a 2.4 liter electronic system MIVEC valve timing and injection system ECI-MULTI, and a sequential adaptive ACTs INVECS-II Sports Mode, which always provides a selection of the desired transmission and automatically configured to suit your style of driving.

The engine comes in versions for countries with cold climates. Thanks to electronic ignition system with automatic correction octane it can run on unleaded gasoline 92.Nezavisimaya multi-link suspension Galant different optimal combination of softness and durability. In the course of finalizing a model for Russia have changed the suspension settings, ride height is increased to 165 mm. It is possible to achieve excellent handling and high directional stability, together with comfort, even when driving on rough road pokrytiyu.Passivnuyu safety technology provides safe body RISE (Realised Impact Safety Evolution), calculated on a supercomputer and used in numerous crash tests. It includes a very strong and rigid safety cage around the passenger compartment and a specially programmed deformation zones that disperse impact energy.

For additional occupant protection system is used SRS, including a two-stage frontal air bags for driver and front passenger, side airbags and curtain airbags. These technologies have allowed the model to get top rankings for passive safety NHTSA in the United States – 5 zvezd.Mitsubishi Galant comes to Russia in two variants, which differ in terms of equipment: Intense and Instyle.

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It is very simple. The latest generation Galant was shown in 2003, though, this car is a very unusual design, sold only in the U.S. market. But in Europe, Galant, it was decided not to provide for obvious reasons – in the Old World in the class “E” feel well only models of premium brands such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz or BMW. But budgetary large sedans they are not wanted, no matter how good they were. Therefore, without exception, the Japanese company decided in the early 21 century to stop selling its cars class “E” in Europe. The only market in the continent, where these machines are bought with a large hunting has been and remains Russia – Toyota Camry and Mitsubishi Galant, we are popular, especially in the secondary market.

I must say that the ninth-generation Galant was created in a challenging time for Mitsubishi. In the late 20 – early 21 century, the company suffered heavy losses and had barely enough money for new models. The new Galant decided to do only for America, and the development of this model is also instructed residents of the New World from the studio Mitsubishi in California. The basis Galant lay down a universal platform called PS, which are constructed so different at each other’s cars as SUV Endeavor, Eclipse coupe and monocab Grandis (first two models sold in the U.S. only). By the way, despite the focus solely on the U.S. market, Americans do not particularly like the Galant – Galant ninth generation sold 2-3 times worse than the previous generation of this model!

Design last Galant turned to put it mildly, controversial. Still, the main shortcoming Galant is that when you create the innards of the machine design does not look at Europe, where it is assumed to pay much attention to the quality of build and interior decoration materials. As a result, the interior of the car are made of cheap plastic insulation is average, one can often find small flaws in the assembly, but, for example, the interior of the trunk in general does not get off. I wonder this economy is not worth it, because American drivers completely drum and stuck it on the trunk of the fabric or not. They are absolutely not interested in (by the way, intended for Russia’s cars have finishing luggage and additional “Shumkov”). But on the other hand, can not be present for the American Galant too many claims, because in the U.S., this model costs about $ 19 999, and the average car with a decent amount of “bloat” costs about $ 23-25 thousand price as 3-year-old car, of course markedly less, so our secondary market, even with customs clearance and delivery to the ferry Galant still get a very profitable acquisition, particularly given the weak dollar.

But in fact the quality of the assembly compartment no serious claims usually do not occur (cheap decoration materials do not count). According to the masters, the overwhelming majority of cases coming from the salons of America Galant looks very decent, all mechanical and electrical drives are working, “climate control” is not buggy. Well, if you see that the interior of 3-4-year-old Galant are already in the “dead” state (there are also cars), then, believe me, it is better to abandon the acquisition of the sample. With regard to the body, then he, of course, does not rust. However, before buying Galant need to remember that parts for this model are very decent – “gallant” “iron” is more expensive than popular in Russia, Lancer, which had always characterized by high prices on the bumper, headlights and other hoods.

Produced in Russia now official dealers Galant have only one engine – 2.4-liter 4-cylinder unit, which delivers 158 hp (it is denoted by the subscript 4G69). That car with the engine often brought to us from over the hill (the Americans write that the engine capacity of 2.4 liter has 160 hp). But it happens that in Russia’s ports and off the ferry and a much steeper Galant, which have a V6 engine under the hood as much volume of 3.8 liters (6G75). Moreover, the latter power unit is in two versions – 233 hp and 258 hp The most powerful engine was put on an expensive completing entitled Ralliart – its appearance can be found primarily on the presence of beautiful 18-inch rims. Of course, more expensive Galant 3,8 to us are brought in relatively small quantities, owing to a very expensive customs clearance – about 8500 euros ( “cleaning” 2.4-liter car is worth 4800 euros).

The difference in behavior Galant motor 2,4 l and 3,8 l very significant. More powerful cars noticeably better obey the gas pedal, much more actively dispersed. But do not think that the Galant 2,4 are some “brake”. Not so! Such machines have a very decent dynamics, for which he must thank not only the engine, but 4-speed automatic, which is denoted as INVECS-II (by the way, the Galant Ralliart has already put a 5-speed box, but the “mechanics” are not ).

2.4-liter 4G69 engine has long been familiar to mechanics who work with Mitsubishi. He put on many cars the Japanese companies, including well-known to us crossover Outlander. Fortunately, this power unit is not “advanced” injection system GDI, which with great difficulty coping with Russia’s fuel. But the injection of a 4G69 also, incidentally, a fairly progressive with variable lift height valve called MIVEC – at 3500 rpm the system switches to the other “cardinality” cams. In this case the tank car can safely pour more affordable 92-th petrol, although expected to cost in this case it is not necessary – Galant 2,4 while driving through the city spends an average of 15-17 liters per 100 kilometers.

Long life of the unit volume of 2.4 liters explain quite simply – it was very good and hearty. No chronic diseases in the motor is not, well, and as a preventive measure is recommended every 20-30 thousand miles. cleaning the nozzles, and simultaneously to change the spark plugs. In addition, buying a car brought from the U.S. with GRM, check the belt rollers. They need to be updated every 90 thousand miles. That in view of spare parts worth about $ 300-350. You can also note the radiator – it is here, as nearly all automotive brands Mitsubishi, not the most reliable. It happens that the radiator flows within a year after getting the machine in Russia. Treatment options, as usual, a few. The cheapest – this repair. However, if the radiator is worn out, which means it is not long to live. So get ready to buy new, which is, incidentally, about $ 800.

With regard to the volume of 3,8 liter engine, the master with him, too familiar – it put on the American Pajero, which is now being imported to us from the United States in used condition. Currently, cars with high mileage is not so much, but, apparently, 3.8-liter unit is extremely reliable and does not require a lot of money for maintenance. Is that the fuel consumption Galant 3,8 may be surprised – in the city goes to 20 liters of “hundreds”.

Is there a “ninth» Galant already dead motor? According to the masters, sometimes these cars come from the United States, and in some cases run these machines is not more than 120 thousand kilometers. But the blame for Mitsubishi impossible. The engines are actually very reliable, just, as has repeatedly been said, Americans do not know how, and in many cases and do not want to properly maintain their cars. So they poured into engines of mineral, rather than synthetic oil and do not make time MOT. But is it worth to emphasize – while cases of “kapitalki” engines Galant IX isolated.

The choice of gear you can not depend. As already mentioned, the “mechanics” in the ninth-generation Galant has never been (do not forget that the car was created for the American market). Therefore, buying a car with a 2.4-liter engine, and even with the 3.8-liter V6, which gave 233 horsepower, you get only 4-step automatic. Rates by modern standards quite a bit, but the brake this “automatic” can not be named. He works quite adequately, no jerks when switching and, most importantly, does not irritate the driver. Moreover, 4-speed series INVECS II is adaptive and able to adjust to the driver’s driving style. In addition, it allows you to manually switch the speed – when he pull the lever, the machine becomes more dynamic. But Galant Ralliart c 258-hp motor is already 5-speed box. Tell about the disease “machine” is nothing. They simply do not, in fact box INVECS II, as the engines, is not a novelty. This gearbox first appeared long ago in 1994 at the 2-door coupe Mitsubishi FTO, and by the time the ninth-generation Galant design INVECS II has already been worked out and well understood. So expect any unpleasant surprises from the Automatic is not worth it.

Company Mitsubishi has long been trying to make their models sporting image. However, the latest generation Galant, even with great desire can hardly be called sport. And not only in appearance but also in setting up the suspension and steering. Even sold in Russia Galant with a little adapted suspension can not boast of a fine-tuned handling, and only cars from the U.S. and is not configured for rapid cornering. Although there though that comparison. For purely shtatovskie Ford, Chrysler or Chevrolet in this regard is even worse. But imported from overseas cars are highly smooth travel.

But for us it is important reliability of the car. And with her at the Galant more or less order. At least, on most machines run about 100-120 thousand km. change almost nothing. Buyers Galant may face only one ‘joints’ – lower levers of the rear suspension have been here not the most reliable (replacing each worth about $ 150 from work). Therefore, some imported from the U.S. automobiles they have to change (it is interesting that in America, the levers work much longer than in Russia). Even at 3-4-year-old Galant may die tie-rod ends ($ 100 for a pair of work) and dampers ($ 110 for each). Perhaps it all, though, remember that sometimes in the sale are so hackneyed cars with rolled-day run, you need to pick all undercarriage. And oh what fun it is not cheap – about $ 2000. So before buying the American Galant not be lazy and check the machine in the system Carfax – paying a little money you have to VIN-number will be able to learn its history and the mileage at the time of sale.

American Mitsubishi Galant become very popular in Russia. They attract buyers decent size, a serious, albeit controversial looks, powerful engines and image of a reliable car. In addition, imported from the U.S. Galant differ very interesting price – this model on the secondary market is significantly cheaper than Toyota Camry.

Digression
Word Galant has long been used by Mitsubishi to distinguish their models. It first appeared in 1969, and, “Galant” then called not a great car, and one of the little modification … Colt. Model rear-wheel drive sedan and called – Colt Galant.

Colt Galant was manufactured until 1973. Moreover, in different versions – as a sedan, wagon and even a hardtop without a center pillar. Sold and Coupe Colt Galant GTO, which is equipped with a motor capacity of 1.6 liter 125 hp

But in 1973, became independent Galant model – it did in the sedan and 2-door hardtop. However it is interesting that the name Galant car called only in Japan. In Europe, the car sold as the Colt Galant, but in the U.S. and do as Dodge Colt. In 1976 came the third generation Galant, with springs in the back, and not springs. And in 1980, the model has undergone a major upgrade. So serious that the company Mitsubishi prefer to speak of the appearance in 1980 Galant IV.

But really the new Galant has been shown only in 1983. This machine was noticeably larger than its predecessors and has front-wheel drive. In addition, it may be noted that the Galant V began to be equipped with power steering and a progressive in those days suspension with automatic maintenance of body level, depending on the load. Interestingly, it was from the fifth generation of Mitsubishi Galant company has to share the car, depending on the market – in Europe were only the cars with 4-cylinder units (2.0 liters and 2.4 liters), while in the U.S. sold only cars with V6 volume of 3.0 liters.

In 1987 he started production of the sixth-generation Galant, which can be found in Russia. However, in parallel with the Galant VI did more and Galant V, being right up to 1990. Sixth Galant was a very modern car. The vehicle had a lot of bloat – for example, based on the Galant VI did polnoupravlyaemye model, in which way to turn not only the front wheels, and rear. Galant V produced not only in the sedan, but also as a hatchback – it designed specifically for the European market.

In 1992, reported regular Galant, which has become even greater. This car, however, did just four years – in 1996 showed the eighth generation Galant. The latest machine is well known to us, because these Galant with a characteristic “shark” a profile in fairly large quantities were brought to us from Europe, USA and Japan. Galant VIII often be found in the sedan, but the Japanese have done and wagon. And the most powerful had Galant V6 engine under the hood of the volume of 2,5 liters at once with two turbochargers, because the power is as much 280 hp Eighth generation Galant stood on the line for very long. Even after the United States at the plant in Illinois, started production of the ninth-generation Galant, the old model made in Japan until 2006.

First time ninth-generation Galant sold only in the United States. But now, this machine can be bought in Russia and Ukraine, countries in Latin America. A little more upgraded Galant Grunder made under the name Taiwan, as the Mitsubishi 380 in Australia and even China (where, at the Australian machines pose not only “automatic”, and “mechanics”).

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