Executive
12 generations
1969 → 2012
Mitsubishi Galant – Technical Specifications & 12 Generations
Mitsubishi's Galant served as the brand's mid-size sedan workhorse across global markets from 1969 to 2012, spanning 12 generations and 214 documented variants in the Automobilisto database. Initially offered as a sedan, coupe and estate, the model evolved through multiple platform changes while maintaining a presence in Asia, North America, Europe and Australia. The Galant occupied the E-segment, competing against established rivals in a fiercely contested class where powertrain diversity and build quality determined market survival.
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The ninth generation second restyling (2009–2012) concluded production with just 2 petrol sedan variants delivering 161–215 PS before the Galant nameplate was retired.
The ninth generation first restyling (2006–2009) retained 3 petrol sedan variants with outputs of 160–250 PS, reflecting continued market consolidation.
The ninth generation (2003–2006) contracted sharply to 3 petrol-only sedan variants, with power outputs between 158–250 PS as Mitsubishi rationalized the lineup.
The eighth generation restyling (1998–2003) expanded to 43 variants, maintaining the 280 PS peak output and continuing both diesel and petrol powertrains in sedan and estate forms.
The eighth generation (1996–1998) launched with 17 variants across sedan and estate formats, introducing a flagship 280 PS petrol engine while diesel options remained available.
The seventh generation (1992–1996) maintained 49 variants with hatchback and sedan bodies, retaining the 240 PS ceiling while base diesel models started at 90 PS.
The sixth generation (1987–1992) marked a volume peak with 49 variants, introducing a hatchback body and power outputs reaching 240 PS in top petrol specifications.
The fifth generation (1983–1989) ran concurrently with the fourth in certain markets, offering 12 sedan-only variants with diesel and petrol engines spanning 75–150 PS.
The fourth generation (1980–1987) introduced diesel powertrains alongside petrol, expanding to 14 variants with a power range of 75–170 PS across sedan and estate bodies.
The third generation (1976–1980) dropped the coupe, offering 10 variants across sedan and estate formats with power outputs between 75–98 PS.
The second generation (1973–1976) retained the three-body lineup with 6 variants, increasing minimum output to 110 PS while maximum power reached 116 PS.
The first generation (1969–1973) launched with 6 variants spanning sedan, coupe and estate body styles, powered by petrol engines delivering 87–110 PS.
Mitsubishi Galant
Full powertrain matrix (2012)
Every engine × drivetrain combination currently available in the German market
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How the model evolved
Market context
29 original brochures are preserved in the Automobilisto archive.
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Mitsubishi Galant
1969 → 2012
9 generation, restyling 2