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1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Introduction
The 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is a mid-size car that was manufactured and marketed by Mitsubishi Motors from 1969 to 2012. The sixth generation of the Galant debuted in 1996 and was offered in several body styles and trim levels. It was available in sedan, station wagon and coupe body styles with a range of engines including a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, a 3.0-liter V6, and a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Design and Exterior

The sixth generation of the Galant was designed to be more aerodynamic than its predecessor with a drag coefficient of 0.29. It featured a more modern design than the previous generation with a wide front grille and angular headlights. The exterior featured a sporty look with 16-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Interior

The interior of the 1996 Galant was spacious and comfortable with plenty of room for five passengers. It featured cloth upholstery and power windows and locks as standard. Optional features included a sunroof, dual-zone climate control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Engine and Performance

The 1996 Galant was offered with a range of engines including a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, a 3.0-liter V6, and a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The 2.4-liter engine was rated at 140 horsepower and 157 pound-feet of torque while the V6 was rated at 160 horsepower and 191 pound-feet of torque. The turbocharged engine was rated at 200 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Transmission and Handling

The 1996 Galant was available with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmission was smooth and precise while the automatic was responsive and smooth. The Galant handled well with responsive steering and a comfortable ride.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Safety and Reliability

The 1996 Galant was equipped with driver and passenger airbags as standard as well as anti-lock brakes. In crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Galant earned four out of five stars for overall crash protection. The Galant was also known for its reliability and durability.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Features and Technology

The 1996 Galant was equipped with several features and technologies. It featured a standard stereo system with a CD player and cassette player. Optional features included a sunroof and power windows and locks.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Price and Fuel Economy

The 1996 Galant was priced from $17,000 to $20,000 depending on the trim level and optional equipment. The 2.4-liter engine was rated at 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway while the V6 was rated at 19 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Verdict

The 1996 Mitsubishi Galant was a great car for its time with plenty of features and a comfortable ride. It was reliable and durable with good fuel economy. It was also relatively affordable and offered a range of engines and trim levels.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

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1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 1996 Mitsubishi Galant was a mid-size car with a modern design and a range of engines.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The interior of the 1996 Galant offered plenty of room and comfort with cloth upholstery and power windows and locks.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The engine options included a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, a 3.0-liter V6, and a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The Galant was available with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 1996 Galant was equipped with driver and passenger airbags as standard as well as anti-lock brakes.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 1996 Galant featured a standard stereo system with a CD player and cassette player.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 1996 Galant was priced from $17,000 to $20,000 depending on the trim level and optional equipment.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 2.4-liter engine was rated at 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway while the V6 was rated at 19 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The 1996 Galant handled well with responsive steering and a comfortable ride.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

The exterior featured a sporty look with 16-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler.