While the Galant receives a perceptible facelift for 2009, Mitsubishi's midsize sedan remains in its ninth generation of production. Styling updates include a new grille and taillight design, and in addition to front and rear fascia changes, the Galant lineup will now offer more variety. Two new sport-focused trims have been added for 2009. Bluetooth and a rearview camera are also expected to appear on the options roster later in the year.
Reviewers have touted the Galant as an impressive blend of ride quality and handling, and also continue to praise the Ralliart's potent V6 engine, despite its thirst for premium fuel. All Galant trims offer thoughtful ergonomics, with well-placed and user-friendly controls. Unfortunately, Mitsubishi's flagship sedan is hurt by the absence of stability control, a manual transmission option, interior storage, and rear-seat cargo-carrying flexibility. Despite the sleek and stylish layout, many owners have also warned about the presence of some lower-quality materials in the cabin, a flaw not found in key competitors like the Camry and Accord.
Mitsubishi's trim-level adjustments for 2009 include the discontinuation of the base-level DE and the addition the Sport and Sport V6. The ES becomes the entry-level Galant this year, equipped with essentials like full power accessories, a CD audio system, and cruise control. The Galant Sport is the second tier of the four available trims, gaining additional standard features like 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, a sunroof, automatic climate control, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power driver's seat, and heated front seats. The Sport V6 is similarly equipped, but it is powered by the 3.8-liter V6. The premium Ralliart trim is differentiated by a 258-horsepower version of the V6 and exclusive features like an 8-way power driver's seat, leather upholstery, a sunroof, and a rear spoiler.
There are three powerplant options for the Galant. The ES and Sport are both powered by a 2.4-liter inline four that makes 160 horsepower and 157 ft-lbs of torque. A four-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability is standard, and fuel economy is estimated at 20/27 mpg. The 230-horsepower V6 returns under the hood of the Sport V6. This 3.8-liter V6 generates 230 horsepower and 250 ft-lbs of torque, and it is teamed with a five-speed automatic with manual shift capability. Its fuel economy is estimated at 17/25 mpg. The high-performance Ralliart houses an enhanced version of the V6, which delivers 258 hp and 258 ft-lbs of torque.
Every Galant trim comes standard with antilock disc brakes, front side airbags, and full-length side-curtain airbags. The Ralliart is also equipped with traction control.
2009 Mitsibishi galant transmission slips and the car shutters at speeds above 40 mph when I accelerate. I checked the fluid and its full, but its brown, If I take time to replace the filter and fluid will it solve this problem or is it too late and needs to be rebuilt?
I have put three alternators in two new batteries in my Mitsubishi Galant and it keeps burning their alternators up
Ignition switch was going out, ran through some water and went out next day to leave. It started ran about a mile and then stalled on me. I had it towed to a mechanic and they replaced the ignition switch and the cranking issue was fixed but the starting issue continued. I got the car home, it has now been 5 days since I ran it through the water and it will now crank, start, run, and drive but I havent taken it any further than my neighborhood bc I'm scared it will stall again. Did I get lucky? Or is it going to die on me as soon as I let my guard down?
I was driving and it stalled right out in the road. Now I try to start it, it will crank over but not start. No lights...no power windows or doors. The horn isn't working. Checked fuses etc. I took the key out and the battery light and oil light flashing constantly. When key is in ignition but not turnt on it makes a chiming sound? No xlue. Anyone else?
I have a 2009 Mitsubishi galant, nothing has been tuned or changed except for the battery, and it simply won't start on the first try. It normally takes 2 or 3 times to start. It turns over just fine. I have 173 thousand miles on it and I need to get my oil changed in about 60 more miles.
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Rockford premium brand · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.21
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 140 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.21
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Rockford Fosgate · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.32
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Rockford Fosgate · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.32
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 21 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front