2003 Mitsubishi Galant Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

20 -21 City / 27 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

140 -195

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Joan H

This is a wonderful and dependable traveling car.

This is a solid car purchased used with low mileage. The ride is smooth and holds the road like no other in my experience. There have been minor electrical glitches with lights and windows. It is comfortable and economical in spite of its size. I would prefer this car over all and highly recommend.

Cheryl E

It loves midgrade gas it seems to ride much better.

No problems it rides great. I have had the oil change tires rotated and the only thing I can complain about is the interior fabric being redone.

Dawn S

I just did. Read what I just wrote.

I am very happy with my car, it gets good gas mileage. It is roomy and comfortable. It is easy to drive and has plenty of room for passengers. It has a lot of miles on it, but never lets me down. It is dependable and still looks good. I don't have any complaints. I love my car.

Robert H

Great car with small faults

I bought this second hand. It had 30000 m8les. I have driven this car for years without a payment or costly. Even though I admit not always taking care of it fully. Still this car continues to give me reliable transportation with more than a 196000 miles. That being said the paint looks terrible having very little of the clear coat left. The drivers side window motor and mechanism has failed. The headliner has come loose from the ceiling of the passenger compartment. Overall this car gets an 9 out of ten. Missing one point for the paint.

Hannah G

It has great gas mileage for a daily driver.

Purchased the car new. Dashboard has crack multiple times due to sun exposure. My vehicle has two hundred and fifty thousand miles and in the fifteen years that it has been owned, it has had transmission work, engine work, two paint jobs, and a new engine installed.

Jennifer m

IT HAS BEEN A VERY RELIABLE CAR

This is my first brand new car I purchased myself. It has been a good car and is very stylish and comfortable car

Amber A

Great gas mileage. Engine is powerful. Very smooth ride.

This car is an extremely great value for the price.

Chris K

It is not as fast as it seems it should be. However, it does run very well.

I have owned my vehicle for around 10 years now. I use synthetic oil but, other than that, nothing fancy. It still runs great.

Negative Owner Reviews

Julia D

Light blue galant 2003 review.

My car always breaks down. It ends up in the ship every 2 months. I do not enjoy the way it drives, it is not smooth at all. The car's tires can even drive in rain, they are so bad. Everything in the interior of the car slowly starts falling apart. I mean the car does get me from point A to B most of the time so I shouldn't complain too much. It is a bit pricey to fill the car up with gas, it is around $40 but it gets good mileage so that is good. The back seat does not have a whole lot of room so having more than one passenger is not comfortable. Also the cup holders in the back seat are on the underside of the. Middle console so to give your back seat cup holders you have to open your middle console which is frustrating.

Alice w

Please don't buy it run as far as you can from them

It is not well designed. It was not put together right.the color

Sheryl jones

When something need replaced everything needs replaced

Once one sensor goes out they all do and it's not cheap to fix either

Merry W

Buy a mitz after a night of drinking, or no other choice.

Not very comfortable, for someone who has long commutes. It gets fairly good gas mileage. Repairs are expensive. I live in a rural area, this is not the right car for this area. Has a real nice stereo and air conditioner. It is a cute car for city dwellers, or a young person's first car.

Mikayla W

The back seat is too small.

Was nice a first, but has not weathered well. The paint has faded and chipped by 100k miles. The dashboard has cracked. The back seat does not have enough legroom and barely enough room for a car seat even with the front seats pushed all the way forward.

Kao V

It has rust from snowy winters.

Old, rusted, no ac. High mileage. But it is a solid, reliable car. I would just like something a little newer.

Craig C

Trustworthy and drives great long distance.

It's reliable and drives smooth but has sporadic issues due to Its age.

Rebecca V

It is a v6 which means gas is pretty costly.

Great car especially love the bass it has. Gas is a little to expensive and does waste fast, which is only problem. Love the acceleration it has and speed.

Mitsubishi Galant Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

140 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats

195 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats

GTZ

195 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats

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2003 Mitsubishi Galant Owner Reviews

3.80

45 Reviews

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5 stars

36%

4 stars

29%

3 stars

22%

2 stars

1 star

Cheryl E on February 18, 2021

It loves midgrade gas it seems to ride much better.

No problems it rides great. I have had the oil change tires rotated and the only thing I can complain about is the interior fabric being redone.

Michelle T on January 14, 2021

The most important thing about my car. People should know, it's not the greatest, newest or most expensive car.. But it gets me to point A to point b and im thankful to have it.

I like the fact that it done use much gas. I dislike the fact my husband rigged the windows because the tracks broke in 2 windows

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Ranks #11 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant has an average owner rating of 3.85 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

2003 Subaru Legacy

4.36

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2003 Toyota Camry

4.3

2003 Mitsubishi Galant

3.8

Ranks #6 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #6 of 16 other Midsize Cars.

2003 Honda Accord

33 MPG

2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

32 MPG

Tie

2003 Mitsubishi Galant

27 MPG

Is The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant A Good Car?

Yes very much so it runs very well and has good gas mileage. Plus I really needed a vehicle so it came in handy

Amanda C.

How Reliable Is The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant?

It squeals occasionally but other than that it runs well. It has good gas mileage and I love driving it. Although it DOES need some part for the heater

Ariana C.

Is The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant A Good Value?

Mine cost only $1000 because my daughter bought it used at a junkyard in Pennsylvania. It was an awesome value!

Tiffany M.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2003 Mitsubishi Galant blend door actuator location?

Answer: The 2003 Mitsubishi Galant blend door actuator location is on the passenger side of the air handler, to the right and rear of the radio. You can access it by removing the glove box, radio trim, and radio. Also...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety