1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE Manual
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The 1997 Mitsubishi Galant DE Manual is a 141-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $15,420 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 141 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Galant measures 187.6 inches long on a 103.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,777 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,420 ($31,224 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 141 hp |
| Torque | 148 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.166 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.833 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.24 |
| 4th Gear | 0.896 |
| 5th Gear | 0.731 |
| Reverse | 3.166 |
| Final Drive | 4.322 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent w/Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent w/Coil Springs |
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Rear Brake Disc | NA |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 x 5.5 |
| Wheels Rear | 14 x 5.5 |
| Tires Front | 185/70HR14 |
| Tires Rear | 185/70HR14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.6 in |
| Width | 68.1 in |
| Height | 53.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in |
| Front Track | 59.4 in |
| Rear Track | 59.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,777 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi GALANT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 26, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLIES, P/N E7081H, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WALL OF THE FLARED FITTING OF THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT THICK ENOUGH TO PREVENT THE MATING THREADED FITTINGS FROM BOTTOMING OUT BEFORE AN ADEQUATE SEAL IS ACHIEVED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF FUEL AT THE CONNECTION OF THE VEHICLE FUEL LINE AND THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AIRTEX AUTOMOTIVE AT 800-880-3056.
NHTSA campaign 07E055000
Dec 18, 2000 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE RUBBER BOOTS ON THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY, DIRT AND WATER CAN INTRUDE. ALSO, MMC HAS ADDED THE POTENTIAL OF LEAKING MOISTURE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BALL STUD TO CORRODE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERCEDES MMC'S PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN, SEE 99V-066.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. BALL JOINTS THAT EXHIBIT WEAR BEYOND THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY DESIGNED LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS. BALL JOINTS THAT ARE WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE CLEANED AND A SPECIAL SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED TO PREVENT INTRUSION OF MOISTURE.
NHTSA campaign 00V421001
86 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi GALANT
Owner Complaints
86 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi GALANT (9 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Suspension | 20 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Hydraulic | 11 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1997 MITSUBISHI GALANT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.